So, you'd think that the cold weather in Minnesota would make for more cuddly romance, but it isn't panning out that way. Maybe our stoic Scandinavian roots have something to do with it. What happened to the saying, "Cold hands, warm heart? " We have to pile on the flannel pajamas and hats to keep w
Elder abuse victimization is a stark reality. But why does it happen to some people more than others? Well, it turns out that the roots might go all the way back to childhood. When we're young, certain negative experiences can alter our life paths. These are known as adverse childhood experiences (A
Changing habits to help the environment can be tough. In India, a big effort to get people to make greener choices has lost its momentum. This effort, known as Mission Life, was meant to get folks to do things like ride bikes instead of driving cars or use less plastic. It was a big deal for India's
Everyday habits, such as moving too little and eating poorly, are making obesity a big problem. This is linked to other serious health issues like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. To tackle these problems, using clever computer models can help spot important links and patterns. This is where machi
Epigenetic clocks measure DNA methylation to guess a person's biological age. These are different to the age shown on our birth certificate. However. there are still many unknowns about how lifestyle factors and physiological conditions can influence these epigenetic markers in Asian populations.
Ever wondered whether surgery or lifestyle changes could be a game changer for obesity and diabetes? This is exactly what a recent study has explored. And yes, the results are quite insightful. Metabolic bariatric surgery, or MBS, has become quite popular. People who have type 2 diabetes a
Something magical is about to happen in Pennsylvania's south-central region. While we humans start to think about warmer days ahead, it's not just us. There's something else stirring beneath the earth. Cicadas! These cicadas have been living underground for seventeen long years!
Youngster Jordan Seaton is enjoying the high life with a playboy attitude and a luxury car, but his true challenges are on the field. The University of Colorado buffaloes' offensive tackle has some key things to prove. A 19 year old college student, Seaton is a big deal in the football sce
Childhood adversity is a heavy burden. This can leave lasting marks on a person's life. These marks can show up in many ways. Health problems, job troubles, and other issues can pop up. It is a big deal. Experts call it a public health issue. We need to figure out how to help people who have f
When thinking about living conditions and lifestyles, living on cruise ships might sound ideal. Though there are several people with this way of life, this person took it to a whole new level. Sometimes, people love their lifestyles but come into some issues which cause them to realize the effects
