Human : Science World Report

Jan 23, 2014 08:39 PM EST

Women and Attraction: Change your Perception in 60 Seconds

In today's world, men and women alike are constantly being bombarded with images of what's considered attractive in society, and for the female form in particular, certain individuals may struggle with what is considered an acceptable body image.

Jan 23, 2014 02:02 PM EST

High-Fat Diet during Pregnancy may Increase Risk of Obese Offspring

According to researchers from the Yale School of Medicine and the University of Cologne, mothers who put high-fat food in their bodies during pregnancy could increase the risk of having overweight or obese children. It simply isn't just genetics. In fact, their findings showed that pregnant rats tha...

Jan 23, 2014 01:40 PM EST

Could Pancreatic Cancer be Detected via a Blood Test?

A recent study shows how early stages of pancreatic cancer could be detected via genetic material found in a blood test.

Jan 23, 2014 11:58 AM EST

The Truth will Set you Free: Guilt Builds Up

A recent study shows how guilt can build up and take a mental toll on the body and the mind. In fact, whether a big or small untruth, researchers found in most cases, it was just best for that individual to get the guilty feelings off his or her chest once and for all.

Jan 23, 2014 12:25 PM EST

Big Brain: Try Fish Oil to Prevent Volume Shrinkage through Aging

Previous studies have shown how fish oil can help repair brain damage. And now, a recent study suggests that these omega-3 fatty acids may be able to help keep and even increase brain volume during old age that could decrease the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Jan 23, 2014 10:08 AM EST

Humans Can Sniff Out Dietary Fat

How good is your sense of smell? Apparently, it's good enough to detect dietary fat in food. Scientists have discovered that humans can sniff out fat in foods before eating it. The findings could lead to innovative methods of using odor to make low-fat foods more palatable to aid public health effor...

Jan 23, 2014 08:51 AM EST

Study Claims Exposure to Cold Climate Helps Weight Loss

A team of international scientists claim mild cold temperature help weight loss blaming warm and cozy environment for deposition of excess fat around waistline.

Jan 23, 2014 05:08 AM EST

Men Should Marry After 25 years to Have Better Bone Health, Study

A latest report highlighting the association between marriage and bone health suggests that men who are married at the age of 25 years or older have better bone health.

Jan 23, 2014 01:05 AM EST

Malaria Combination Drug may Help Stop Complications in Pregnant Patients with Lupus

A recent study shows how an anti-malaria drug combination could be helpful in preventing pregnancy complications in women with lupus and the related disorder antiphosphollpid syndrome.

Jan 23, 2014 04:54 AM EST

Love Hormone 'Oxytocin' Increases Emotional Oversensitivity In off-label Users

The use of oxytocin by off label users results in oversensitivity to emotions, according to a new Concordia study.

Jan 22, 2014 11:58 PM EST

Crowdfunding is a Boost for Science but it Cannot Replace Core State Investment

In a recent article in Times Higher Education, it was argued that crowdfunding could threaten government investment in science and research.

Jan 23, 2014 01:44 AM EST

Texting While Walking Affects Ability to Walk and Balance

The study conducted by researchers at the University of Queensland claims that texting on cell phones while walking not only changes the posture but also affects the balance of the person.