Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Aug 27, 2014 11:50 AM EDT

Bariatric Surgery Also Linked to Brain Benefits, Not Just Weight Loss

Exercise, a healthy diet and weight loss can expedite significant changes in the body that promote better health and overall well-being. Now, a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism shows that the brain can also reap the benefits of weight loss.

Aug 27, 2014 11:20 AM EDT

'Hidden' Eating Disorders: Normal-Weight Teens May Also Be Dealing with Dangerous Behaviors

Excessive weight loss may not be the only sign of an eating disorder, particularly among teens and adolscents. A recent study shows that some normal-weight teens may also be struggling with dangerous behaviors related to food and body image.

Aug 27, 2014 11:04 AM EDT

Breakfast Isn't the Most Important Meal of the Day: Here's Why

Is it really as important as some say, particularly for weight loss?

Aug 27, 2014 12:04 AM EDT

Increased Risk of Autoimmune Issues in Individuals with Eating Disorders

A recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE found that certain eating disorders can increase the risk of autoimmune health issues.

Aug 26, 2014 04:02 PM EDT

Lack of Naturally Occurring Protein Could Have Something to Do with the Early Signs of Dementia

Researchers found that an absence of MK2/3, a protein that promotes structural and physiological changes to cells in the nervous system, may also have a significant correlation to the early signs of dementia.

Aug 26, 2014 03:47 PM EDT

New Dietary and Counseling Guidelines Recommended for Overweight Americans with Heart Problems

The United States Preventive Services Task Force has recently issued new guidelines for overweight adults with an increased risk of developing heart conditions. Health officials recommend that they receive preventive care as well as counseling on diet and exercise.

Aug 26, 2014 03:38 PM EDT

Obese Boys More Likely to Bully or Be Bullied

Bullying continues to be a problem in many schools across the United States.

Aug 26, 2014 12:07 PM EDT

Nintendo Wii Balance Boards Help MS Patients Stay Steady

Researchers have found that an exercise component of the popular Nintendo Wii video game could help some patients to live a more normal life. By rewiring brain function, MS patients were able to build up strength by simply playing the video game.

Aug 26, 2014 10:07 AM EDT

Robots in the Workplace? Humans Don't Mind

In a constantly evolving technological society, you might think that humans could feel a bit threatened, devalued or annoyed by robots in the workplace.

Aug 26, 2014 09:47 AM EDT

Low Dose Aspirin May Reduce Blood Clot Risk Associated with VTE

Recent findings have revealed that taking a daily amount of aspirin could help prevent venous thromboembolism (VTE) in some individuals--a condition in which blood clots break off and travel to the lungs, blocking the arteries.

Aug 26, 2014 09:29 AM EDT

Get Moving and Protect Your Mind! Exercise Stimulates More than Just the Heart

Of course we know that exercise is essential for our physical well-being. But did you know cardiovascular exercise can also keep the brain sharp as we age?

Aug 25, 2014 01:37 PM EDT

'Watch and Learn': Toddlers Show Intuitive Understanding of Probability

Children are able to simply pick up new skills and information by watching those around them. Yet researchers have taken things a step further by examining how children as young as 2 process certain information.