Tom Staniford: British cyclist can’t gain weight due to rare metabolic disorder
A British cyclist who could not put on weight despite his best efforts to pack on the pounds has finally figured out what the problem is.
Pollution link to autistic children – U.S. study
Pregnant women who are exposed to high levels of pollution have a greater chance of giving birth to children on [...]
Feeling jealous? How to handle the green-eyed monster
While we may never truly slay the beast, these tips can help keep it at bay.
Olympic swimmer urges meningitis vaccinations for kids
Meningitis can kill an otherwise healthy child in 24 hours, she says.
Bloomberg pitches citywide food-composting plan
Mayor Michael Bloomberg has a food-composting plan for all five boroughs.
No clear link between weather and fibromyalgia
Up to 92 percent of fibromyalgia patients report that certain weather conditions can exacerbate their symptoms.
The Impact of Sleep on Appetite and Metabolism
We have all heard of “beauty sleep,” but the impact of sleep quality and quantity goes way beyond our physical appearance.
5 Tips to Shade Yourself from Sun Damage
Summer may be drawing to an end, but protecting yourself sun damage is important all year round.
Aspartame: The Skinny on its Safety
Diabetics especially use artificial sweeteners to enjoy sweet foods and beverages without adding sugar.
Mandela getting better but remains ‘serious’
Nelson Mandela continues to recover in hospital from a lung infection but remains in a serious condition, South African President [...]