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Personal food addiction beliefs may affect eating behavior
Many people believe themselves to be food addicts and obesity is also often attributed to this addiction. But until recently, there have been no studies that really looked at whether believing oneself to be a food addict influences how much […]
First HIV-infected organs successfully transplanted in the UK
Two kidneys and two livers were donated and successfully transplanted for the first time into patients with HIV in the UK. Professor John Forsythe, associate medical director for organ donation and transplantation at NHS Blood and Transplant said, “It’s exciting […]
Major breakthrough in lab-grown human embryos
Scientists reported Wednesday they had grown human embryos in the lab for nearly two weeks, an unprecedented feat that promises advances in assisted reproduction, stem-cell therapies and the basic understanding of how human beings form. Besides opening a window onto […]
Danger if asthma dismissed as just having ‘sensitive nose’
Wheezing, coughing, and feeling breathless may sound like the tell-tale signs of an asthma attack. But these symptoms are also experienced by those who suffer from allergic rhinitis – more commonly known as having a “sensitive nose”. Indeed, a Changi […]
Excercise key to ward off back pain
According to the World Health Organization, as many as 8 out of 10 people are affected by some form of back pain at one point during their lives. With the help of the book ‘Back Care Basics’ by Stella Wellar, […]
Children with autism learn new words much like others kids do
Neurotypical children (those who don’t have autism) as young as 18 months old look at a person’s eyes and follow their gaze in order to associate a spoken word with the object the person is looking at. A new study […]
Long-term use of herbal remedies may not be safe
Herbal remedies pose a global hazard and the primary focus lies on preventing toxicities associated with herbal medicine than eliminating it completely from the system of practice, said researchers. Scientists from the Baylor College of Medicine and Stony Brook University […]
Natural and easy mood-boosting methods for an active lifestyle
Everyone is so busy nowadays with their long to-do lists and hectic schedules that they often find little time to refresh their minds and bodies. Here are some easy and natural ways to quickly boost your mood and spirit. 1. […]
Dieting linked to better quality of life, clinical study says
A new clinical trial reports that going on a diet might help improve health, mood, sex drive, and stress levels even of those who are not obese. According to lead author Corby Martin, director for behavioral sciences and epidemiology with […]
Johnson & Johnson to pay US$55 million in talc powder cancer case
Johnson & Johnson (J&J), an American multinational company manufacturing medical devices, pharmaceutical products, and consumer packaged goods, has been ordered by the Missouri state court to pay over US$55 million (£40 million) as compensation to an American woman who claims […]
