Targeting a protein might treat alcoholism
New York, Feb 12 (IANS) Targeting a protein might allow treatment of alcoholism and simultaneously prevent alcohol-induced heart and liver damage, a new study...
Intelligence can be taught: Study
London, Feb 11 (IANS) Intelligence is not simply a naturally acquired trait as commonly thought and it is possible to teach problem-solving skills which...
Eating seafood increases risk of autoimmune disorder
New York, Feb 11 (IANS) Exposure to mercury through seafood could increase the risk of autoimmune disorders, especially among women of childbearing age, a...
Vitamin D deficiency in kids ups heart disease risk later
Washington, Feb 11 (IANS) Low levels of vitamin D in childhood increases the risk of heart disease later, a study has suggested.
Low levels of...
Energy drinks trigger hyperactivity in school children
New York, Feb 10 (IANS) Middle-school children who consume heavily sweetened energy drinks are 66 percent more likely to be at risk for hyperactivity...
Energy drinks trigger hyperactivity in school children
New York, Feb 10 (IANS) Middle-school children who consume heavily sweetened energy drinks are 66 percent more likely to be at risk for hyperactivity...
Prenatal smoking ups diabetes risk for children
New York, Feb 10 (IANS) Children exposed to tobacco smoke from their parents while in the womb are predisposed to developing diabetes as adults,...
Eat berries to lose weight
London, Feb 10 (IANS) No need to skip a meal or head to a gym as easy ways to lose a few pounds --...
Genetic code cracked for deadly parasite
Melbourne, Feb 10 (IANS) Scientists have cracked the genetic code of a deadly parasite known to infect young children and puppies worldwide.
The parasite, T....
Simple blood test to predict dementia risk
London, Feb 10 (IANS) Researchers have identified a new biomarker that could predict the risk of developing dementia by a simple blood test.
A low...
