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Elevated Health Risk For Teens Who Drink More Than A Can Of Soft Drink Daily, Study
A study by Australian researchers have shown that teenagers who drink more than one can of sugary drink a day have a higher risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular diseases later in life.
Researchers Find Gene Mutations That Cause Fatal Baby Disease
Researchers have discovered a gene linked to a muscle disease so severe that newborn babies rarely survive beyond a few days.
Study Questions Link Between Drinking Coffee & Weight Loss
A new Australian study shows that a compound in coffee called chlorogenic acid does not prevent weight gain in obese laboratory mice.
Human Breastmilk Is Protective During Infections, Study
Breastfeeding is protective when there is an infection in mothers or babies due to the immune cells found in breastmilk, says a new study.
Adults Also Can’t Resist Junk Food Advertising, Study
The idea that adults are better equipped than children to resist junk food advertising has been debunked by a new study.
New Genes That Influence Height And Weight Identified
An international team of researchers has identified 11 new genes associated with human body measurements like height and weight.
Indian Mustard ‘Migrated’ From West Asia, Study
An ancient mustard plant that stars in modern Indian and Chinese cuisine experienced two “waves” of migration into India and China, says a new study.
Nanowire Composite Shows Superior Strength
Researchers have created a super strong metallic composite by harnessing the extraordinary mechanical properties of nanowires.
Genetic Causes Of Poor Eyesight Become Clearer
An international team of scientists have completed the largest study into the genetic causes of poor eyesight.
Chickpea Genome Map May Help Farmers Improve Yields
An international team of scientists has mapped the genome of chickpea, the second most widely grown legume crop after soybean.
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