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Often times medications can work against one another.
Jan 11, 2016 11:02 PM EST

Could Obesity Be Cured With Freeze-Dried Fecal Pills?

It might sound a bit unsanitary, but could poop pills help curb obesity?

Human Brain
Jan 11, 2016 06:47 PM EST

'Brain Training' Program Lumosity Charged $2 Million To FTC For Deceptive Advertising

The company Lumosity, an online tool created by scientists that allegedly helped nourish the brain and protect it from "decline and deterioration" paid $2 million to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for their misleading statements regarding the effects on their products.

Kidney
Jan 11, 2016 04:39 PM EST

Acid Reflux Drugs Linked To Risk Of Kidney Disease

Medications used to treat acid reflux, heartburn and indigestion may increase the risk of chronic kidney disease, according to a recent study.

Reddish Material On Pluto's Surface
Jan 11, 2016 03:12 PM EST

Pluto: Particles ‘Go With The Flow’ On Surface Of Planet

NASA scientists merge data from two instruments to create image of Pluto’s Viking Terra area

Steady Heart Rate Ups Risk of Chronic Stress
Jan 11, 2016 03:11 PM EST

Stroke Symptoms: Many Young People Would Not Seek Medical Help

Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles found that many individuals under 45 oftentimes ignored stroke symptoms and delayed going to the hospital-which could potentially save an individual's life.

Environmental Changes Surprise Researchers
Jan 11, 2016 02:22 PM EST

Current Environmental Changes Unprecedented In Earth's History

In a recent study, scientists found that the current pace of environmental changes is the most unusual in the Earth's history, compared to 120 million years ago.

'X' Mark On Pluto's Icy Surface
Jan 11, 2016 01:25 PM EST

Pluto's Icy Plains Contains 'X' Marks, Researchers Are Curious

NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has captured an "X" inscription on Pluto's icy surface.

Giant Icebergs Aid In Removing CO2
Jan 11, 2016 01:21 PM EST

Giant Icebergs Remove CO2 From Atmosphere, Aid Phytoplankton Growth

In a recent study researchers found that giant icebergs play a major role in removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere.

Magnetic Fields In Red Giants
Jan 11, 2016 01:14 PM EST

Strong Magnetic Fields Common Among Majority Of Stars

Astronomers found that the majority of stars have strong magnetic fields, it turns out this process may not be so rare after all.

Baby
Jan 11, 2016 12:06 PM EST

Language: Interaction During Reading Is Key To Development

Interaction during reading is key to a baby's language development, according to a recent study.

School Lunch
Jan 11, 2016 12:04 PM EST

Children Who Eat Healthy Just As Likely To Make Poor Food Choices

Previous studies have suggested that kids who eat more fruits and vegetables will be less likely to eat highly processed foods filled with empty calories. However, new findings conducted by researchers at The Ohio State University call this into question.

Israeli Soldier with PTSD
Jan 11, 2016 11:53 AM EST

PTSD: Transcendental Meditation May Reduce Symptoms, Medication Use In Active-Duty Soldiers (VIDEO)

A study of 74 active-duty personnel by researchers at Georgia Regents University has revealed positve results for personnel that practice Transcendental Meditation.

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