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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

ScienceDaily: Living Well News

ScienceDaily: Living Well News


How vegetables make the meal

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 04:12 PM PST

Adding vegetables to a meal can make you seem a better cook and a better person. A new study found that adding vegetables to the dinner led to more positive evaluations of both the main entree and the cook. Given that vegetables are served with only 23 percent of meals, these results could provide added motivation for parents to serve vegetables with dinner.

Reducing sibling rivalry in youth improves later health and well-being

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 12:42 PM PST

Sibling conflict represents parents' number one concern and complaint about family life, but a new prevention program demonstrates that siblings of elementary-school age can learn to get along. In doing so, they can improve their future health and well-being.

Cutting real Christmas trees less environmentally harmful than using an artificial one for six years, biologists say

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 12:30 PM PST

Given recent extreme weather events – the summer's brutal heat and subsequent drought, followed by Superstorm Sandy's disastrous path – newly green-conscious consumers may be wondering how to lessen their carbon footprint this holiday season. Plant biologists says that buying a real Christmas tree may not solve the world's climate ills, but it is environmentally better than getting an artificial one.

How to buy an ethical diamond

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 12:30 PM PST

The holidays are a busy time for engagements, and an expert in corporate responsibility, says socially minded consumers have a lot to think about when it comes to finding the right rock.

Installed price of solar photovoltaic systems in US continues to decline at rapid pace

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 10:02 AM PST

The installed price of solar photovoltaic power systems in the United States fell substantially in 2011 and through the first half of 2012, according to new research.

Safer spinach? Scientist's technique dramatically reduces E. coli numbers

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 10:02 AM PST

Scientists have found a way to boost current industry capabilities when it comes to reducing the number of E. coli 0157:H7 cells that may live undetected on spinach leaves. By combining continuous ultrasound treatment with chlorine washing, they can reduce the total number of foodborne pathogenic bacteria by over 99.99 percent.

New test to help heavy drinkers reduce alcohol intake

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 07:15 AM PST

Researchers have developed a computer-based test that could help heavy drinkers reduce their alcohol consumption.

Brief exercise immediately enhances memory: Results apply to older adults both with and without cognitive deficits

Posted: 27 Nov 2012 06:43 AM PST

A short burst of moderate exercise enhances the consolidation of memories in both healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment, scientists have discovered.

Smells like Christmas spirit: Researchers tie simple scent to increased retail sales

Posted: 26 Nov 2012 08:09 AM PST

Scientists and business people have known for decades that certain scents -- pine boughs at Christmas, baked cookies in a house for sale -- can get customers in the buying spirit. Researchers have been homing in on just what makes the most commercially inspiring odor. They recently found that a simple scent works best.

Active lifestyle boosts brain structure and slows Alzheimer’s disease

Posted: 26 Nov 2012 08:09 AM PST

An active lifestyle helps preserve gray matter in the brains of older adults and could reduce the burden of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.

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