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Body Mass More Nurture Than Nature, Study
A DNA study in more than 20,000 pairs of siblings has found that the influence of genes on BMI scores is lower than previously thought.
Scientists Study ‘Obesity Paradox’ In Diabetics
People who are obese when they’re diagnosed with type II diabetes have much better survival rates than those with a healthy weight at the time of diagnosis, scientists say.
Lemons Fly As Jet Fuel Of The Future
A researcher in Australia hopes to use a chemical found in lemons and other citrus fruits to make clean, renewable jet fuel.
Drinking In Pregnancy Affects Children Academically
Pregnant women who regularly drink as little as two glasses of wine can adversely impact their child's results at school, says a new study.
Centipede Venom May Help Treat Pain
Researchers have identified a molecule in centipede venom that may be as effective a painkiller as morphine.
French Horn Players Prone To Hearing Loss
A study has found that French horn players have among the highest risk of developing hearing loss among professional orchestral musicians.
Spider Venom May Help Insecticides Become Environmentally Friendly
A natural component of Australian tarantula venom is more potent against certain insect pests than existing chemical insecticides.
Excess Coffee Toxic To Under-55s, Study
Drinking more than 28 cups of coffee a week or four cups a day may be bad for under-55s, according to a new study.
Bees’ Flight Secrets Revealed
Researchers in Australia have found that bees use their antennae as well as their eyes to calculate the best position for swift flight.
