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		Babies Raised in Bilingual Homes Focus on General Associations Between Words Bilingual infants appears to devote their attention to the general associations between words and objects perhaps giving them an advantage while learning two languages. Conventional Diabetes Care Rivals Complications of Disease Many patients with diabetes say that the inconvenience and discomfort of constant therapeutic vigilance, particularly multiple daily insulin injections, has as much impact on their quality of life as the burden of intermediate complications, researchers from the University of Chicago report in the October 2007 issue of Diabetes Care. Sports Drinks Like Gatorade May Soon Be Labeled As Junk Food Public health advocates want the standards to ban the sale of Gatorade and Powerade, which typically contain as much as two-thirds the sugar of sodas and more sodium, as well as sweetened waters such as VitaminWater and SoBe Life Water. Getting Motivated For Fitness Exercising for fitness and well-being may be more beneficial in the long-term for motivations than simply exercising for weightloss. Does Persistence Always Pay Off? Are there times when it is better to simply give up? Psychologists have been exploring this question, and more specifically a possible link between tenacity and both physical and mental health. Blue, Red, And Purple Fruits And Veggies Fight Cancer Compounds that give fruits and vegetables their distinctive colors serve to improve our health. Do We Still Have Our Ancestor's Survival Instincts? Like hunter-gatherers in the jungle, modern humans are still experts at spotting predators and prey, despite the developed world's safe suburbs and indoor lifestyle, a new study suggests. Alcohol And Cancer: Is Drinking The New Smoking? Researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) have clarified the link between alcohol consumption and the risk of head and neck cancers, showing that people who stop drinking can significantly reduce their cancer risk. Restricting Pesticides Could Prevent Worldwide Suicide Rates National and international policies restricting the pesticides that are most toxic to humans may have a major impact on world suicides, according to new research from the University of Bristol recently published in the International Journal of Epidemiology (IJE). Deep-Voiced Men Have More Kids If you want to have lots of kids, look for a Barry White instead of a Justin Timberlake. Men with a deep voices have more offspring, a new study suggests. Acupuncture Is 'Best For Back Pain' Acupuncture is more effective at treating back pain than conventional therapies, research suggests. Flu Vaccines Do Not Save Elderly Lives Getting an annual flu vaccine may not save the lives of seniors, and health officials may want to look at other ways to protect the elderly, researchers said. People Will Lose Weight For Money People will lose weight for money, even a little money, suggests a study that offers another option for employers looking for ways to cut health care costs. Is There Really A 'Mommy' Gene In Women? Basic principles of biology rather than women's newfound economic independence can explain why fewer of them are getting married and having children, and why the trend may only be temporary, says a Queen's researcher. Lack Of Sleep Doubles Risk of Death, But So Can Too Much Sleep Researchers from the University of Warwick, and University College London, have found that lack of sleep can more than double the risk of death from cardiovascular disease. However they have also found that point comes when too much sleep can also more than double the risk of death. Eating Competence May Lower Risk Of Heart Disease People who are confident, comfortable and flexible with their eating habits may be at a significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease than people who are not. Bisphenol A: A Growing Concern For Babies You've probably done your research on the best formula available, carefully reviewed its list of ingredients, and studied all the nutrients from which your child will benefit. But you surely missed this unlisted item: Bisphenol A. Many Baby Deaths 'May Be Prevented' As many as 1,000 stillbirths each year could be prevented if clinicians were able to spot when fetuses were not developing properly, a study suggests. Childhood Obesity Epidemic A Long-Term Challenge In the 1980s and '90s, people tried to control their weight by watching their cholesterol by cutting dietary fat and substituting carbohydrates. They paid little mind to total calories and physical activity. And guess what happened to their waistlines -- and their children's? Frequent Cell Phone Use May Slow Brain Function There have been worries about cell phones causing brain cancer. Now, a study finds mobile phone use may cause a slowing of brain activity. Most Women Unaware of Dangers Of Hormone Replacement Therapy Despite the huge publicity generated by a 2002 study on the potential dangers of hormone therapy for postmenopausal women, new research from the Stanford University School of Medicine found that only 29 percent of women surveyed knew about the study two years later. Regular Use of Hot Tubs Can Hurt Fertility in Men For years, doctors have warned men having trouble conceiving to stay away from hot baths and whirlpool tubs, saying there was reason to suspect that long exposure to hot water could worsen their problems. High-Glycemic Foods 'May Damage Liver' A diet rich in potatoes, white bread and white rice may be contributing to a "silent epidemic" of a dangerous liver condition. Managing Serotonin Levels Key For People With Winter Depression The brains of people with seasonal depression may be too efficient at bundling away a key chemical, a new study suggests. Children Eat Fewer Calories Throughout The Day With A "Low-GI" Breakfast Children may eat fewer calories throughout the day if their first meal of the day is "low-GI," new research suggests. Circle of Friends Sets Social Rules, Values For Dating Relationships A study published in the online open access journal BMC Nursing suggests that more work should be done among friendship groups to curb teen pregnancy. A teenage girl's friends may help to keep her from harm when dating. Child Vaccines Promote Superbugs A vaccine that has dramatically curbed pneumonia and other serious illnesses in children is also having an unfortunate effect: promoting new superbugs that cause ear infections. Exercising After A Meal Breaks Down Fat French scientists have shown that when people exercise after eating a high-fat meal, the fats are broken down and oxidized in skeletal muscle. How The Brain Handles Surprise, Good And Bad Researchers have begun to distinguish the circuitry in the brain�s emotion center that processes surprise from the circuitry that processes the aversive or reward �valence� of a stimulus. Mediterranean Diet Benefits Arthritis Sufferers Women suffering from arthritis who adhered to a Mediterranean diet for only nine months experienced "significant" alleviations in pain, according to a new study. Cardio or Weight Training: Any Type of Exercise Helps Control Blood Sugar Levels Weight training works just as well as running on a treadmill or biking to help the most important symptom of type-2 diabetes -- long-term control of blood sugar -- Canadian researchers said. Older Men Chasing Younger Women May Have Contributed To Human Longevity It turns out that older men chasing younger women contributes to human longevity and the survival of the species, according to new findings by researchers at Stanford and the University of California-Santa Barbara. Excess Weight Strains Heart Regardless of Blood Pressure And Cholesterol Levels A new study involving more than 300,000 people finds that being overweight independently increases a person's risk of coronary disease Cell Phones Can Watch What You Eat Dieters will soon be able to send a cell-phone camera photo of their meals to a computer that will accurately gauge what's on their plates and then send back feedback. New Research Could Lead To New Methods Of Prevention For Heart Disease & Cancer Cholesterol contributes to atherosclerosis - a condition that greatly increases the risk of heart attack and stroke by suppressing the activity of a key protein that protects the heart and blood vessels, researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine have found. Dying Not To Do Exercise A survery suggests a large percentage of adults are so unwilling to exercise that not even the threat of an early death is enough to get them off the sofa. Many Don't Take Food Precautions Consumers are more aware of how to prevent foodborne illness when preparing and handling food but many may not put it into practice, a survey found. Divorce Foretells Child's Future Care For Elderly Parent Temple University researcher Adam Davey, Ph.D. has found the impact of these events -- divorces, widowhood, and remarriage � can predict if a child will provide more involved care in the future. Rating Your Pain From 0 to 10 Might Not Help Your Doctor The most commonly used measure for pain screening may only be modestly accurate, according to researchers from the Indiana University School of Medicine and the University of North Carolina. Father's Height and Mother's Weight Influence Babies Growth Scientists have worked out which parent to blame if you are unhappy with your weight or height. Vitamin C Prevents Cancer A team of Johns Hopkins scientists have shown that in mice at least, vitamin C - and potentially other antioxidants - can indeed inhibit the growth of some tumors. Spinach, Eggs May Prevent Some Types Of Blindness Two nutrients found in eggs, spinach and other leafy green vegetables offer some protection against the most common cause of blindness among the elderly, researchers said. Loneliness Affects Your Immune System In the first study of its kind, researchers suggest that feelings of social isolation are linked to alterations in the activity of genes that drive inflammation, the first response of the immune system. Jet Lag Proves Harmful, Disruptive To Health And Performance The body never becomes accustomed to frequent and drastic changes in time zones, and people who frequently fly between three or more time zones are almost certain to experience a number of significant health problems. Older Siblings Stunt Growth Having a an older sibling, particularly a brother, can stunt growth, work suggests. Vitamin D Supplements May Lengthen Your Life Vitamin D supplements could prolong your life, a new European study suggests. Compounds In Tangerine Peel Could Help Fight Cancer Tangerine peel could help in the fight against certain cancers, researchers recently reported. Our Addiction To Chocolate Likely Related To Sugar Fix Chocolate is the most widely and frequently craved food, but is it really addictive? Experts Sort Out Good Fats From Bad U.S. and Canadian experts have teamed up to create Dietary Fatty Acids, a comprehensive recommendation on how much of what types of fats people should include -- or avoid -- in their diets. Cancer Must Be Treated as a Multi-System Disease Cancer can be healed naturally, and is done so every day, but it takes more than a multivitamin, a few supplements and a daily bowl of blueberries to accomplish complete healing. Bras Don't Support Breasts During Exercise Whether women are said to be flat-chested or big-busted, ordinary bras fall short when it comes to supporting bouncing breasts, a new study claims. Hidden Method Of Reading Revealed The mystery of how we read a sentence has been unlocked by scientists. 'Fruity Vegetables' And Fish Reduce Asthma And Allergies Giving children a diet rich in fish and �fruity vegetables� can reduce asthma and allergies, according to a seven-year study of 460 Spanish children, published in the September issue of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. Vitamin D Protects During Pregnancy Vitamin D deficiency early in pregnancy is associated with a five-fold increased risk of preeclampsia, according to a study from the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences reported this week in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. Women�s Health Much More at Risk from Sleep Deprivation New research led by researchers at Warwick Medical School at the University of Warwick reveals that women's health is much more at risk from sleep deprivation than men's. No Outdoor Play Hurts Your Child's Health Children's health is suffering because they are losing the chance to play outside, a group of experts has warned. Back Pain Sufferers Should Stay At Work People with conditions such as back pain and arthritis need to stay in work as much as possible, a report says. Pregnancy May Increase Risk Of Developing Binge Eating Disorder Pregnancy may open a window of vulnerability for developing binge eating disorder, especially for women from lower socio-economic situations, according to a study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researchers and colleagues in Norway. Gold Star Rating System Helps Make Healthier Choices A gold star rating system aimed at helping food shoppers make healthier choices seems to have some influence � meaning more Shredded Wheat, Raisin Bran and Honey Nut Clusters in shopping carts. Early Rising No Good For The Heart Generations have praised the wisdom of getting up early in the morning, but a Japanese study says early-risers are actually at a higher risk of developing heart problems. Right Breakfast Bread Keeps Blood Sugar In Check All Day If you eat the right grains for breakfast, such as whole-grain barley or rye, the regulation of your blood sugar is facilitated after breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Food Additives Cause Hyperactivity Certain artificial food colorings and other additives can worsen hyperactive behaviors in children aged 3 to 9, British researchers recently reported. Eating Together As A Family Creates Better Eating Habits Later In Life Eating together as a family during adolescence is associated with lasting positive effects on dietary quality in young adulthood, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota. Modern Medicine And Pharmaceuticals: Seven Facts You Need To Know The answers to preventing the largest majority of diseases are right in front of us, yet modern medicine refuses to acknowledge the facts, why? The obvious answer is clear, but these seven facts help shed light on the absurdity of the mainstream medical system. Popcorn Fumes Dangerous Consumers, not just factory workers, may be in danger from fumes from buttery flavoring in microwave popcorn, according to a warning letter to federal regulators from a doctor at a leading lung research hospital. Anxiety Over Pregnancy Linked To Premature Birth Women who are particularly anxious about their pregnancy may be at increased risk of premature delivery, a new study suggests. Work Time Is Largest Influence To Duration Of Person's Sleep Work time is the primary lifestyle factor with the largest reciprocal relationship to a person's sleep time -- the more hours a person works, the less sleep that he or she gets, according to a study published in the September 1 issue of the journal Sleep. Choline In Meat, Dairy Products Linked To Colon Cancer Risk In Women Researchers may have discovered a relationship between the risk of colorectal cancer in women and their consumption of choline, which has until now been thought to be an essential nutrient. The link was reported in a study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Overweight Toddlers And Those Not In Day Care At Risk For Iron Deficiency A study by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers has found that overweight toddlers and those not enrolled in day care are at high risk for iron deficiency. New Method For Fighting Skin Wrinkles A new method for fighting skin wrinkles has been developed at the Hebrew University Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences.