HEALTH
Study Finds That Dark Chocolate Improves Calmness
A new study has found that eating dark chocolate may increase calmness and contentedness due to the polyphenols found in cocoa.
Babies Whose Mothers Eat Junk Food Are Born Addicted, Study
Research in rats suggests that mothers who eat junk food while pregnant give birth to babies who are addicted to a high fat, high sugar diet.
Pressure In Philippines To End Ban On Formula Milk Aid
The infant formula industry is pushing through legislative changes that will allow formula donations in future emergencies.
Scientists Identify Novel Genetic Markers For Lou Gehrig’s Disease In Han Chinese
Scientists have identified two novel genetic variants associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in the Han Chinese population.
Will Green Tea Help You Lose Weight?
Evidence shows that green tea extract in tandem with an additional compound could be effective for body weight control and type 2 diabetes.
Magic Glasses Cartoon Halved Worm Infections In Chinese Schoolchildren
Researchers in China and Australia have reported huge success with a cartoon DVD promoting hygiene across rural China.
Most Australians Unaware That Women’s Fertility Declines In Early 30s
Most Australians underestimate when fertility in both men and women starts to decline, a national survey has found.
Scientists Tailor Make Anti-Cancer Agent
Scientists have tailor-made a new chemical compound that blocks a key cancer protein.
The Seduction Of Big Food Portions Hard To Overcome, Study
People given large servings of food eat more than those given smaller servings, says a new study.
