The Brain Sees What the Eyes Cannot, New Study Suggests

Amy Taylor November 05, 2012

When it comes to processing images, vision is less important. This is the finding of an animal study conducted by a group of researchers from the University of Virginia. Nick Macedonia, Elizabeth Daubert, and Catherine Hamilton – graduate students of the university, looked at how the fruit fly larvae inputs images into the brain from their limited v

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It’s all about her: 10 Sex tips for Men

Sharon Moore November 05, 2012

Sex is more than just a physical act. It is an intimate process that is shared by two, deeply in-love individuals. It is a gift that is shared by couples – an expression of love. While there are similarities, there are also major differences in how men and women view sexual relationships. We don’t often tell each other how we feel and can ofte

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What Your Hair Says About Your Health

Monica Wilson November 05, 2012

Is your hair dry and frizzy? Does it take a long time to grow? Is it thick or thin? Many people worry so much about the appearance of their hair for purely aesthetic reasons. But did you know that your hair can also give you an idea about the status of your health. Here are some of the most common hair problems and the message they would like to tell you:

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Psychics Fail to Show their Abilities under Laboratory Conditions

Rebecca Lewis November 05, 2012

Are there individuals who can really read other people’s minds? In an attempt to answer this question, researchers from the Goldsmiths, University of London conducted a study which involved performing “blind readings”.  However, the two mediums who participated in the trial failed to demonstrate their psychic abilities. They didn&rs

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15 Powerful Ways to Motivate Yourself to Exercise (And Avoid Backsliding)

Lisa Franchi November 05, 2012

We all know the health benefits of exercising and the possible health risks of not doing so. But why do most of us do not incorporate exercise in our lifestyle? Even health enthusiasts miss some of their gym appointments, so how much more the ordinary, busy professionals? It is possible (and easy) to make exercising a habit. But of course, you need to hav

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New Research: Your Dating Partner Could Be More like You

Sharon Moore November 02, 2012

How far can you go to win the heart of someone you really like? Will you do anything – including becoming the person you have never wanted to be? Every one of us has a desire deep within to become good and eliminate unwanted behaviours or flaws that keep us from being the person we want to be. But what if the person you are attracted to has those fl

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Comparison of Prescription Drug Costs in UK and US

Monica Wilson November 02, 2012

The total cost paid for statins – drugs used to lower cholesterol, by people below 65 years of age who hold private insurance in the United States continued to exceed the cost paid by the UK government for the same drug by three-fold, new research reveals. This information was taken from the Boston University’s Boston Collaborative Drug Survei

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Math Hurts – Literally! New Study Shows Math Anxiety Activates Brain Areas Associated with Pain

Sharon Moore November 02, 2012

Math is such a huge challenge for many. Aside from making a person feel mentally exhausted, solving a mathematical problem is likely to cause others physical pain too, a new study suggests. Researchers from the University of Chicago found that the areas in the brain active in highly math-anxious individuals overlap with the same areas that register the th

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20 Tips for Feeding the Fussy Kids

Lisa Franchi November 02, 2012

Thousands of parents wish mealtimes were easy with their children. If you are one of them, you know exactly how stressful it is to deal with a fussy eater at home. Fussy eating is normal for children, especially on their first to three years. You will have to win over a lot of distractions – toys, TV, etc. Aside from these, most kids don’t li

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Learning Weight Maintenance Skills Prevents Weight Loss Backsliding, New Research Reveals

Lisa Franchi November 02, 2012

The year is about to end and a lot of people are starting to think about their New Year’s resolution. If you’re one of them, losing weight is most probably on top of your list. But before you start sweating out in the gym or restricting your calorie intake, you may want to learn about weight maintenance first. By doing this, you lessen the risk o

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