health

Menthol is used to hook young smokers: study!

At least according to this study published in the American Journal of Public Health. What can I say? Wow! I't all about money baby!

21st Century Spatula !!!

It is the 21st century, whith sattelites cutting through the universe, making pictures of Mars and it's moon, sending signals and images wirelessly across space.

Here is what consumers still get back on Earth:
After flipping pankaces for 30 minutes... read more »

On estrogen, beer and the credibility of various types of information

I was recently pointed to the harmful effects of drinking beer. A subsequent investigation has revealed a number of studies on the relation between beer consumption and high levels of estrogen (the female hormone), in particular so-called phytoestrogens. read more »

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Antioxidant supplements increase the risk of death

Antioxidant was a buzz word for a while. Antioxidant supplements such as vitamin A or E were marketed as health improving substances. How many people are taking them? I used to take them every once in a while honestly believing that it'd help me stay fit and healthy. Not anymore. According to this release a systematic review of previous studies shows that beta carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E significantly increase the risk of death. Unbelievable! read more »