The commonly-used epilepsy drug, valproic acid (VPA), can have a highly beneficial effect on some…
Month: June 2012
Pasta made from green banana flour a tasty alternative for gluten-free diets
People with celiac disease struggle with limited food choices, as their condition makes them unable…
Mild thyroid dysfunction in early pregnancy linked to serious complications
Even moderate thyroid dysfunction during early pregnancy significantly increases the risk of serious complications, underscoring…
Long-term testosterone treatment for men results in reduced weight and waist size
In testosterone-deficient men, major weight loss was an added benefit of testosterone replacement therapy for…
Declining testosterone levels in men not part of normal aging
A new study finds that a drop in testosterone levels over time is more likely…
Is arm length the reason women need reading glasses sooner than men?
Studies have consistently reported that women require reading glasses or bifocal lenses earlier than men….
Novel animal reservoir for group of tick-borne diseases discovered — and it lives in your backyard
A new assay that uses mitochondrial DNA that mutates faster than nuclear DNA has allowed…
‘Trust’ hormone oxytocin found at heart of rare genetic disorder
The hormone oxytocin — often referred to as the “trust” hormone for its role in…
Another reason why dads and hopeful dads should quit smoking now
If your father smoked, your genes are likely damaged, and your odds for diseases increased….
Zebrafish research shows how dietary fat regulates cholesterol absorption
New research suggests there may be a biological reason why fatty and cholesterol-rich foods, like…