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Saturday, July 12, 2014

ScienceDaily: Most Popular News

ScienceDaily: Most Popular News

Extinct giant sea scorpion gets an eye exam, with surprising results

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 03:36 PM PDT

Poor peepers are a problem, even if you are a big, bad sea scorpion. One minute, you're an imperious predator, scouring the shallow waters for any prey in sight. The next, thanks to a post-extinction eye exam, you're reduced to trolling for weaker, soft-bodied animals you stumble upon at night.

Radio-burst discovery deepens astrophysics mystery

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 08:15 AM PDT

The discovery of a split-second burst of radio waves by scientists using the Arecibo radio telescope in Puerto Rico provides important new evidence of mysterious pulses that appear to come from deep in outer space. Exactly what may be causing such radio bursts represents a major new enigma for astrophysicists.

How antioxidants can accelerate cancers, and why they don't protect against them

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 06:44 AM PDT

Two cancer researchers have proposed why antioxidant supplements might not be working to reduce cancer development, and why they may actually do more harm than good. Their insights are based on recent advances in the understanding of the system in our cells that establishes a natural balance between oxidizing and anti-oxidizing compounds. These compounds are involved in so-called redox (reduction and oxidation) reactions essential to cellular chemistry.

Cinnamon may be used to halt progression of Parkinson's disease, study suggests

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 06:52 AM PDT

Using cinnamon, a common food spice and flavoring material, can reverse the biomechanical, cellular and anatomical changes that occur in the brains of mice with Parkinson's disease (PD), neurological scientists have found. "This could potentially be one of the safest approaches to halt disease progression in Parkinson's patients," the study's lead researcher said.

Non-diet approach to weight management more effective in worksite wellness programs

Posted: 07 Jul 2014 10:43 AM PDT

Researchers have found that 'Eat for Life,' a new wellness approach that focuses on mindfulness and intuitive eating as a lifestyle, is more effective than traditional weight-loss programs in improving individuals' views of their bodies and decreasing problematic eating behaviors.

Changing Antarctic winds create new sea level threat

Posted: 07 Jul 2014 07:36 AM PDT

New research shows projected changes in the winds circling the Antarctic may accelerate global sea level rise significantly more than previously estimated. Changes to Antarctic winds have already been linked to southern Australia's drying climate but now it appears they may also have a profound impact on warming ocean temperatures under the ice shelves along the coastline of West and East Antarctic.

New treatment for borderline personality disorder

Posted: 06 Jul 2014 05:39 AM PDT

A group of Swiss investigators reports on a new type of psychotherapy for borderline personality disorder.

Women in labor can ditch ice chips, drink protein shake instead

Posted: 13 Oct 2013 09:17 AM PDT

Women in labor can enjoy a chocolate or vanilla protein shake during labor rather than being relegated to the tedium of ice chips, according to a study. Mothers who drank a protein drink during childbirth reported higher satisfaction rates, although nausea and vomiting rates were the same as for mothers who were only given ice chips.
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