According to a recent study, larger portions of food might not be so bad for us after all. The findings add to our understanding of the psychology of healthful eating. Portion control is important, and a new study provides a positive spin. If somebody gives us a huge bowl of candy, we are likely to… Read More »
AUSTRALIAN children are facing more pressure than ever over their eating choices and are being shamed for “good” or “bad” foods they consume, leading to a generation of kids who are not being set up for health success and may be more likely to develop eating disorders. Adults are also bewildered about healthy eating information,… Read More »
Tattooing is a big business. Although it is difficult to get accurate information the best guess is that last year the tattoo industry grossed $ 1.6 billion dollars. That represents acres of skin that are permanently marked. Millennials are the the largest group who are tattooed. It is estimated that more than 45% of… Read More »
The caravan of Central American migrants making its way north may well determine the future of healthcare in America. If enough voters are swayed by President Donald Trump’s demagogic demonization of those unfortunate souls—this year’s October surprise—the Republicans will retain control of Congress and the protections and insurance expansion contained in the Affordable Care Act… Read More »
A chemical that makes brain tumours glow pink could help surgeons to remove the cancer safely, a trial suggests. Scientists gave people with suspected glioma a drink containing 5-ALA, a substance known to accumulate in fast-growing cancer cells. The pink glow the chemical causes was found in people with the most aggressive cancers. Researchers hope… Read More »