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Cancer Biologists Find DNA-Damaging Toxins in Common Plant-Based Foods
March 27, 2013 In a laboratory study pairing food chemistry and cancer biology, scientists tested the potentially harmful effect of foods and flavorings on the DNA of cells. They found that liquid smoke flavoring, ... > full story -
Caffeine-'Addicted' Bacteria: Finding May Lead to New Decontamination Methods, New Medicines
March 27, 2013 Some people may joke about living on caffeine, but scientists now have genetically engineered E. coli bacteria to do that -- literally. Their report describes bacteria being "addicted" to caffeine in ... > full story -
More Fat, Less Protein Improves Canine Olfactory Abilities
March 27, 2013 From sniffing out bombs and weapons to uncovering criminal evidence, dogs can help save lives and keep the peace. Now, researchers have uncovered how to improve dogs' smelling skills through diet, by ... > full story -
Better-Educated Parents Feed Children Fewer Fats and Less Sugar
March 27, 2013 Almost 15,000 children aged between two and nine years old took part in the study. The level of education of parents has an influence on the frequency with which their children eat foods linked to ... > full story -
New DNA Test Identifies Ingredients in Foods
March 27, 2013 Almost all foodstuffs contain the genetic material of those animal and plant species that were used in their preparation. Scientists have developed a novel screening procedure that provides for ... > full story -
Protein-Rich Breakfasts Prevent Unhealthy Snacking in the Evening, Study Finds
March 26, 2013 Eating a breakfast rich in protein significantly improves appetite control and reduces unhealthy snacking on high-fat or high-sugar foods in the evening, which could help improve the diets of more ... > full story -
Vitamin D May Lower Diabetes Risk in Obese Children and Adolescents
March 26, 2013 Being obese puts individuals at greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes, a disease in which individuals have too much sugar in their blood. Now researchers found vitamin D supplements can help ... > full story -
Fruit Flies Fed Organic Diets Are Healthier Than Flies Fed Nonorganic Diets, Study Finds
March 26, 2013 Fruit flies fed an organic diet recorded better health outcomes than flies fed a nonorganic diet, according to a new study. Researchers found that fruit flies raised on organic foods performed better ... > full story -
Obesity May Be Linked to Microorganisms Living in the Gut
March 26, 2013 How much a person eats may be only one of many factors that determines weight gain. A recent study suggests that a breath test profile of microorganisms inhabiting the gut may be able to tell doctors ... > full storyMore: -
Higher Soy Intake Prior to Lung Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Longer Survival in Women
March 25, 2013 A new study finds that Chinese women who consumed more soy before being diagnosed with lung cancer lived longer compared with those who consumed less ... > full story
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