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Overconfidence linked to one’s view of intelligence
Washington State University researcher Joyce Ehrlinger has found that a person’s tendency to be overconfident increases if he or she thinks intelligence is fixed and unchangeable. Such people tend to maintain their overconfidence by concentrating on the easy parts of […]
High school sports decreases risk of diabetes
Lack of exercise at the age of 18 is linked to three times greater risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes in adulthood, according to new research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Researchers from Mount Sinai and […]
You can suggest what researchers should study next
The University of Michigan wants your ideas for what its medical researchers should study. You can also lend your voice to ideas suggested by other members of the public, and help them gain steam. This week, U-M launched WellSpringboard.org as […]
Tufts University updated MyPlate for older adults
Tufts University scientists updated MyPlate for Older Adults. “It is never too late to make smart changes in your diet. Shifting towards healthier food choices can improve symptoms or decrease risk for developing chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, […]
Trust your “Aha!” moments
A team of researchers determined that a person’s sudden insights are often more accurate at solving problems than thinking them through analytically. “Conscious, analytic thinking can sometimes be rushed or sloppy, leading to mistakes while solving a problem,” said team […]
Techie grandparents retain memories better
Teaching your grandmother or grandfather to use a smartphone may keep their brains active and reduce the risk of developing thinking and memory problems. “The results show the importance of keeping the mind active as we age,” said study author […]
Scientists prove Zika virus causes microcephaly
Florida State University researchers found that the Zika virus targets cells in the brain and causes microcephaly, as observed in infected babies. Hengli Tang, professor of biological science at FSU, is a lead author of the study published today (March […]
Managing skin conditions in pregnancy
A dermatologist prescribes safe drugs to take to deal with skin problems during pregnancy. Jenny Eileen Murase, MD, FAAD, assistant clinical professor of dermatology, University of California, San Francisco suggests safe medication to deal with eczema, acne, and psoriasis. ECZEMA […]
Laser can help treat more skin problems
From removing birthmarks to reducing wrinkles, dermatologists can use laser treatments to help patients in more ways than ever. Tina S. Alster, MD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology, Georgetown University, Washington says a dermatologist may use one device to treat […]
Protein makes us feel fuller
A new study proves that eating high-protein food makes us feel fuller. A low-carb, high-protein diet thus makes us feel fuller, while eating lower calories. “A good deal of evidence suggests that protein activates satiety hormone release and so should […]
