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Hookah delivers 25 times more tobacco than cigarette
Hookahs, or communal pipes, deliver 25 times more tobacco than one cigarette, says a new study by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Researchers reviewed past scientific studies to prove that compared with a single cigarette, one hookah session […]
Confident body, confident child
A new study has demonstrated positive results in reducing potential vulnerabilities for disordered eating and promoting body satisfaction, healthy eating and weight management among young children through a novel intervention for parents. Confident Body, Confident Child (CBCC) is a program […]
Coffee flour offers healthier way to get caffeine fix
A biophysicist developed “coffee flour”, which could be a healthier option to get your caffeine fix. Previous studies show that drinking coffee has health benefits. A recent Harvard study proves that drinking three to five cups a day lowers that […]
“Sugar Smart” app lets you know how much sugar is in your food
Sugar Smart is a free mobile app reveals how much sugar is in your food and drink. The app works by scanning the barcode on the products to reveal the amount of sugar in grams and sugar cubes. The app […]
Malaysian researchers invent mosquito trapping street lamp
University of Malaysia researchers invented a street lamp that mimics human scent to lure and trap mosquitoes. The LED lamp also produces small amounts of carbon dioxide that attracts mosquitoes. “The mosquito trap takes advantage of the mosquito’s sensory abilities […]
Too much sugar may cause breast cancer
Eating too much sugar may increase the risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs, according to a study at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. “We found that sucrose intake in mice comparable to levels of […]
Exercise in early life improves brain health, digestion
Exercising at an early age can alter microbes in the gut and lead to better brain health and digestion, says a study by the University of Colorado Boulder. “Exercise affects many aspects of health, both metabolic and mental, and people […]
Skin-to-skin contact helps underweight babies survive
The Kangaroo mother care, or skin-to-skin contact with mother and child, may help underweight babies survive, says a new study by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Boston Children’s Hospital. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) in the first […]
Traditional toys better to develop speaking skills
A new research published in JAMA Pediatrics suggest that traditional toys like books, puzzles, and rubber blocks are the best tools for quality parent-child play time. Electronic toys for infants that produce lights, words and songs were associated with decreased […]
Proxy Biomedical eyes facility, portfolio expansions in 2016
Proxy Biomedical Ltd, a leading global innovator in the design, development and manufacturing of biomaterial-based product solutions for medical implants has announced a substantial facility expansion, which is due for completion in the second quarter of 2016. The company will […]
