According to a new study by UC Davis researchers published as an article this week in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, the human brain naturally regulates its own sodium intake for the entire body. It’s a controversial article based on a research study that has prompted nutritionists to ask more questions than the […]
Scientists research why senior citizens appear to be more immune to H1N1 flu virus
It’s still all theory, but UC Davis researchers think that the reason senior citizens over age 65 aren’t catching the H1N1 flu at least for now is that specific shared molecular sites called epitopes result in some type of immunity to the novel flu. It seems people over age 65 have been exposed to various […]
New study on whole grains with bran may be able to lower high blood pressure in men
It took three months after a new July 2009 study on the health benefits of whole grains, especially brans in whole grains, and how whole grains help to lower hypertension, had been published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition before the mainstream media (Reuters) reported it October 7, 2009. The Whole Grain Stamp now appears on over 3000 products in 14 […]
Does eating candy in childhood lead to violence in adulthood, new study asks?
A new study raises more questions than it answers. Nutritionists want to know how sugar in candy fed to children ignite criminal acts when they reach adolescent or adulthood? The theory psychologists tell them is that when you give children candy regularly, it’s seen as a reward. The candy industry may probably direct parents to make sure their children eat sweets responsibly […]
6 Tips to get out common stains
Red Wine The trick to getting this stain out is that you have to be fast. Simply add white wine to the red wine, and the two counteract each other and you’re left with a clean, stain-free rug! If the spill is excessive, add salt as well as white wine, and dab with paper towels […]
Frugal ideas for this holiday season
Frugal ideas for this holiday season "); More and more it seems that we all are looking for more frugal ways to spend the holidays. Make each gift thoughtful. Remember the preferences of the person in mind. Try to make sure that what you give them is something they will actually use and maybe […]