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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

ScienceDaily: Living Well News

ScienceDaily: Living Well News


Before 'Skyfall': 46 years of violence in James Bond movies

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 01:37 PM PST

Violent acts in James Bond films were more than twice as common in "Quantum of Solace" (2008) than in the original 1962 movie "Dr. No," researchers have found.

Binge eating, overeating may be associated with initiating use of marijuana, other drugs

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 01:36 PM PST

Overeating and binge eating may be associated with initiating use of marijuana and other drugs in a study of adolescents and young adults.

Mobile app boosts weight loss by 15 pounds

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 01:36 PM PST

Using a mobile app that tracks eating and activity helped people lose an average of 15 pounds and keep it off for at least a year, reports a new study. But the technology only aided weight loss when its users also attended regular classes on nutrition and exercise. The app was a critical tool when part of a larger program.

Possible clue to children's early antisocial behavior

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 01:08 PM PST

Both nature and nurture appear to be significant factors in early antisocial behaviors of adopted children, researchers believe. Scientists recently examined data from 361 linked triads (birth mother, adoptive parents, adopted child) in order to assess externalizing behavioral problems such as aggression and defiance when children were 18, 27 and 54 months of age.

Most popular weight-loss drug strongly alters other drug therapies, study suggests

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 11:52 AM PST

A researcher has discovered that the weight-loss drug orlistat, known by the brand names Xenical and Alli, inhibits a key enzyme that may lead to "severe toxicity of internal organs such as the liver and kidney." The inhibition is irreversible and can be caused by a low level of the drug.

'Commitment-phobic' adults could have mom and dad to blame

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 10:35 AM PST

A study of the romantic history of 58 adults aged 22-28 found that those who avoid committed romantic relationships are likely a product of unresponsive or over-intrusive parenting, says a psychologist.

Digested formula, but not breast milk, is toxic to cells, in vitro study finds

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 09:46 AM PST

Free fatty acids created during the digestion of infant formula cause cellular death that may contribute to necrotizing enterocolitis, a severe intestinal condition that is often fatal and occurs most commonly in premature infants, according to a new study. Bioengineers based their report on in vitro tests comparing the digestion of fresh human breast milk and nine different infant formulas.

To make old skin cells act young again, boost their surroundings

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 07:13 AM PST

As we get older, the trillions of cells in our body do too. And like us, they become less resilient and able to weather the stress of everyday life. Our skin especially tells the tale of what's happening throughout our bodies. Now, scientists are learning that aging cells bear only part of the blame for this downward spiral. Skin scientists have succeeded in making the skin cells of senior citizens act like younger cells again, simply by adding more filler to the fiber-filled area around the cells.

Violent video games: More playing time equals more aggression

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 07:13 AM PST

A new study provides the first experimental evidence that the negative effects of playing violent video games can accumulate over time.

Just 28% of young people read either online or conventional newspapers each day

Posted: 10 Dec 2012 05:07 AM PST

A new study has verified the decrease in press consumption among young people between the ages of 16 and 30 years, which now stands at 28.8%. What is more, three out of every four individuals within this age bracket use social networking sites more than the television to get up to date. News consumption habits among young people have changed radically in recent years.

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