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Phytosterols – the ‘elusive’ anti-cholesterol formula?
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:18 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): A scientist from Brandeis University has discovered a way that could lead to dramatic reductions in human cholesterol levels. Senior Brandeis research scientist Daniel Perlman was issued a U.S. patent (number 8,460,738) on the new process. Phytosterols in plants and …
Can aspirin and other NSAIDs prevent cancer?
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:15 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): A new study suggests that aspirin can lower our cancer risk by lowering the rate of accumulation of DNA mutations in abnormal cells which is a pre-cancerous condition. Aspirin and other NSAIDs which are commonly available may exhibit similar cancer-preventing effects. …
Beliefs about causes of obesity could affect weight and eating behaviour
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:09 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): Scientists including an Indian researcher have suggested that whether a person believes that his or her obesity was caused by overeating or by lack of exercise predicts their actual body mass. Researchers Brent McFerran of the Ross School of Business at the University of …
Gene responsible for heart disease risk found!
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:07 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): University of Leicester scientists have discovered a potential genetic contributor to the increased risk of heart disease among men. The team of researchers, from the University’s Department of Cardiovascular Sciences and Department of Health Sciences, have made an …
Timing of supplementation, not just quantity key to how your bones adapt to exercise training!
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:06 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): Taking calcium and vitamin D before exercise may influence how bones adapt to exercise, according to a new study. The study lead author Vanessa D. Sherk, PhD, postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, the timing of calcium …
Why people find it easier to lose 2-4 pounds rather than 3 pounds?
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:03 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): Consumers are more likely to pursue a goal when they set a high-low range goal instead of a single number goal, a new study has revealed. This is because they experience a greater sense of accomplishment when a goal is both attainable and challenging, and this makes them …
Revealed – how the brain controls accents!
Jun 19, 2013 at 6:01 PM
Washington, June 19 (ANI): The brain regions and interactions involved in impersonations and accents have been identified. Using an fMRI scanner, the team led by Royal Holloway University researcher Carolyn McGettigan, asked participants, all non-professional impressionists, to repeatedly …
Shah Rukh Khan sex determination controversy: BMC gives actor clean chit
Jun 19, 2013 at 4:12 PM
Mumbai, June 19: The sex determination controversy that was hovering over Bollywood biggie Shah Rukh Khan has been cleared with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) giving the actor a clean chit after they investigated the matter with Mumbai’s Jaslok Hospital and had a chat with SRK. …
Proper sleep lowers risk of diabetes in men
Jun 19, 2013 at 3:42 PM
Los Angeles, June 19 (IANS): Scientists have found that adequate sleep can reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in men, says a US study. The findings of the research, carried out by Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute (LA BioMed), were presented at the Endocrine Society’s 95th …
Rihanna to seek therapy to get over break-up with Chris Brown
Jun 19, 2013 at 2:58 PM
Los Angeles (IANS) Singer Rihanna is reportedly seeking a medical programme in order to cure her heartache, post her break-up with Chris Brown. The 24-year-old is nursing her broken heart ever since her on and off relationship with Chris Brown came to an end a few weeks ago. However, now she …
Jiah Khan suicide: Letter to be analysed, Sooraj ‘coping well’ in jail
Jun 19, 2013 at 2:14 PM
Mumbai, June 19 (IANS): A police officer has termed as ‘media speculation’ that late actress Jiah Khan’s six-page letter does not match her handwriting, saying that no such statement had been released and the letter would be sent for forensic examination. ‘There is no new development as …
Can talcum powder cause ovarian cancer?
Jun 19, 2013 at 12:49 PM
London, June 19 (IANS): A new research has suggested women regularly using talcum powder to keep fresh actually increase their risk of developing ovarian cancer by almost a quarter. Scientists have warned powder particles applied to the genital area can travel into a woman’s body and trigger …
Brazil to make H1N1 swine flu vaccine
Jun 19, 2013 at 12:46 PM
Rio de Janeiro, June 19 (IANS): Brazil plans to produce vaccines against the influenza H1N1 virus, Health Minister Alexandre Padilha said. Nationwide production of the vaccine will help the country have an easier and faster access to the drug in case of an epidemic, he said on Tuesday. ‘When …
Cambridge-based headmaster wants porn star to teach sex education in school!
Jun 19, 2013 at 12:08 PM
Porn in school – how awesome would that be? Well not exactly porn, but sex education which will include the dangers of porn which will be taught by a porn star! And the strangest part is that it’s a British school headmaster who thinks it’s a good idea! Mark Slater, the headmaster of the …
