The fruit not only promises to keep you healthy, but also intends to make your taste buds happy. Winters have…
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Obesity linked to a nearly 6-fold increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with genetics and lifestyle also raising risk
Obesity is linked to a nearly 6-fold increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D), with high genetic risk and…
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Lack of sleep affects fat metabolism
We’re all a little short on sleep during the work week. A new study adds to the mounting evidence about…
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New research offers solution to reduce organ shortage crisis: Two-part method could increase organ availability by 13% and add 18 years to patient life expectancy
Eighteen people die every day waiting for transplants, and a new patient is added to the organ transplant list every…
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Fast-food availability near commute route linked to BMI: New research examines links between BMI, multiple food environments
In a study of commuting workers, the number of different types of food stores available near residences and commute routes…
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Becoming new parents increases produce purchases
In the United States, both children and adults eat too few fruits and vegetables, which puts them at risk for…
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‘Hunger hormone’ imbalance can trigger obesity
The global obesity epidemic is so far-reaching it now has an overarching name: globesity. Texas Biomed Staff Scientist Raul Bastarrachea,…
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Algorithm provides customized caffeine strategy for alertness: Automated caffeine-guidance algorithm determines ideal dosage and timing
A web-based caffeine optimization tool successfully designs effective strategies to maximize alertness while avoiding excessive caffeine consumption, according to preliminary…
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Combination of water scarcity and inflexible demand puts world’s river basins at risk: Study examines consumption patterns and suggests resilience strategies
Nearly one-fifth of the world’s population lives in a stressed water basin where the next climate change-driven incident could threaten…
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Girls and boys on autism spectrum tell stories differently, could explain ‘missed diagnosis’ in girls: Findings highlight the need for sex-sensitive screening and diagnostic tools, researchers say
Boys are four times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet a growing body…
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