Health (General) – Newsletter for January 13, 2011

‘Thirdhand smoke’ bigger health hazard than suspected

WASHINGTON – Cigarettes produce “thirdhand smoke” – an invisible residue that deposits on carpeting, clothing, furniture and other surfaces – that may be a bigger health hazard than previously thought, Israeli scientists have reported.

The study, published in “Environmental Science & Technology” journal, extends the known health risks of tobacco to people who encounter the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Thirdhand smoke’ bigger health hazard than suspected.

Roll-your-own smokers more addicted: Study

WELLINGTON – New research has suggested that people who roll their own cigarettes are more addicted than those who smoke the readymade variety.

Amy Lewis of the Victoria University has found that cigarettes contain a number of addictive elements within the tar, in addition to the commonly cited nicotine.

“This is concerning for roll-your-own smokers as New … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Roll-your-own smokers more addicted: Study.

High BP responds better to combo therapy

LONDON – A new research has found that starting treatment of blood pressure with two medicines rather than the one produces better and faster results and fewer side effects.

The research, led by Cambridge in collaboration with the Universities of Dundee, Glasgow and the British Hypertension Society, challenges popular medical practice for the treatment of high …. Source article  : High BP responds better to combo therapy.

Culprit gene behind Alzheimer’s identified

TORONTO – There is cheering news for Alzheimer’s patients and people with Down’s syndrome as Canadian researchers have identified the gene that destroys brain cells in these diseases.

According to researchers at the Vancouver-based University of British Columbia and the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, the identification of the gene responsible for the destruction of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Culprit gene behind Alzheimer’s identified.

Kashmiri people have Dravidian genes, says writer French

NEW DELHI – Noted British non-fiction writer Patrick French says his research into the genetics of the Indian caste system showed “there were traces of Dravidian genes” in Kashmiris because people from far south have settled there in the last 3,000 years.

“Caste can be substantiated through genetics,” French said, citing a slice of genetic …. Original source  : Kashmiri people have Dravidian genes, says writer French.

10 swine flu cases reported last week

NEW DELHI – Ten swine flu cases were reported in the country in the week ending Jan 9, the health ministry said Wednesday.

No deaths were reported during the period. Four cases were reported from Tamil Nadu, while one case each was reported from Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Punjab, Kerala and Gujarat.
Swine flu, which … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 10 swine flu cases reported last week.

Foods that will sabotage your diet

WASHINGTON – It’s a new year and a time when many of us resolve to lose weight – but dieting is tricky – low calorie or low fat, sugar free or fat free? Now an expert points out the foods that will definitely sabotage your diet.

Dr. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Foods that will sabotage your diet.

5 easy steps to pump up your heart

WASHINGTON – Want to keep your heart healthy? Then you need to know the following.

Holly Andersen, director of education and outreach at the Ronald O. Perelman Heart Institute of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has offered some easy steps to improve heart health and overall well-being throughout the year.tep 1: Know your numbers. Your … Original source on Gaea Times at : 5 easy steps to pump up your heart.