Monsanto’s Weed Killer
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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The major danger of genetically engineered foods may be related to the increased use of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto’s weed killer Glyphosate, which is the most common weed killer in the US and just happens to be more toxic than DDT. Roundup, can accumulate and persist in the soil for years, where it kills off beneficial microbes and stimulates virulence of pathogens
Eating Out
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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Going out to eat has become a major part of our culture. Frequently eating out and consuming high-calorie foods in large portions at restaurants can contribute to excess calorie intake and weight gain.
Why Alcohol Is Addicting
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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Why Alcohol Is Addicting: Scientists Show That Drinking Releases Brain Endorphins
Some Food Can Slow Your Brain
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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There are five different sources of evolutionary evidence pointing the way toward the optimal human diet. These form the basis for Dr. Jaminet’s eating plan, which includes the controversial hypothesis that zero- or extremely low-carb diets can lead to health challenges due to insufficient glucose consumption
Regulatory Enzyme Overexpression
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:19
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Treatment that increases brain levels of an important regulatory enzyme may slow the loss of brain cells that characterizes Huntington's disease (HD) and other neurodegenerative disorders.
Insulin Signaling
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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Insulin signaling is altered in the pancreas, a new study shows for the first time in humans. The errant signals disrupt both the number and quality of beta cells -- the cells that produce insulin.
Why Are Older People Happier?
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 April 2008 02:20
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Older people tend to be happier. But why? Some psychologists believe that cognitive processes are responsible -- in particular, focusing on and remembering positive events and leaving behind negative ones; those processes, they think, help older people regulate their emotions, letting them view life in a sunnier light.
Breast Milk
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- Published on Sunday, 15 January 2012 02:20
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Breast milk contains relevant neurotrophic factors and cytokines for enteric nervous system development.
