Health & Fitness
Non-celiac ‘wheat sensitivity’ is an immune disorder, too
July 30, 2016
Non-celiac ‘wheat sensitivity’ is an immune disorder, too
People who feel ill after eating wheat but who don't have celiac disease may finally have a biological explanation for…
First baby with Zika-related birth defect born in New York City
July 25, 2016
First baby with Zika-related birth defect born in New York City
New York City has reported its first case of a baby born with the birth defect microcephaly related to exposure…
Physical exercise alone is really not enough to boost brain health
July 23, 2016
Physical exercise alone is really not enough to boost brain health
The beneficial effects of physical and mental exercise on brain health are already well established. A new American study has…
Newly developed wheel converts any bike into electric vehicle
July 23, 2016
Newly developed wheel converts any bike into electric vehicle
Right off the bat, Michael Burtov said he and his team at technology startup GeoOrbital did not re-invent the wheel. But,…
Max amount of time you can sit before harming your heart: study
July 23, 2016
Max amount of time you can sit before harming your heart: study
Although many previous studies have shown that too much sedentary time increases the risk of a variety of diseases, including…
Zika found in common house mosquitoes in Brazil
July 22, 2016
Zika found in common house mosquitoes in Brazil
Researchers in Brazil announced Thursday the "presence of the Zika virus" in Culex mosquitoes (the common house mosquito) in the…
Reducing children’s exposure to violence – virtual and real
July 22, 2016
Reducing children’s exposure to violence – virtual and real
Pediatricians, parents, industry and policymakers need to join forces to limit children's exposure to virtual and real violence, according to…
45 minutes of artistic activity is enough to reduce stress
July 22, 2016
45 minutes of artistic activity is enough to reduce stress
The benefits of art therapy have been proven scientifically once again. American researchers have shown that regardless of age or…
Feeling tired? Use vacations to start new sleep habits says expert
July 18, 2016
Feeling tired? Use vacations to start new sleep habits says expert
For those planning to catch up on sleep on their summer vacation it probably won't be possible to repay your…
Smoking during pregnancy may hurt your chances for grandkids
July 16, 2016
Smoking during pregnancy may hurt your chances for grandkids
Women who smoke during pregnancy run the risk of having boys with low sperm production in adulthood, an Australian study…