Self-perception of the body linked with general self-esteem
News-Medical-Net Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:05 AM PST
Low self-esteem is associated with a greater risk of mental health problems such as eating disorders and depression. From a public health perspective, it is important for staff in various health-related professions to know about self-esteem. However, there is a vast difference between the research-based knowledge on self-esteem and the simplified popular psychology theories that are disseminated ... |
Pit bull found with fight wounds
BBC News Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:02 AM PST
A dog fighting ring could be behind the discovery of of a badly bitten pit bull terrier's body in Buckinghamshire, the RSPCA says. |
Army strengthening fitness tests
Detroit News Wed, 02 Mar 2011 01:51 AM PST
Fort Jackson, S.C. â€" The Army plans to toughen its fitness tests for the first time in 30 years to make sure all soldiers have the strength, endurance and mobility for battle, adding exercises like running an obstacle course in full combat gear and dragging a body's weight. |
Study Shows Acupressure Effective In Helping To Treat Traumatic Brain Injury
Medical News Today Wed, 02 Mar 2011 01:35 AM PST
A new University of Colorado Boulder study indicates an ancient form of complementary medicine may be effective in helping to treat people with mild traumatic brain injury, a finding that may have implications for some U.S. war veterans returning home. The study involved a treatment known as acupressure in which one's fingertips are used to stimulate particular points on a person's body - points ... |
Researchers Discover A Substance Against The 'Dark Genome' Of Cancer
Medical News Today Wed, 02 Mar 2011 01:35 AM PST
A research study coordinated by Manel Esteller, researcher at Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) has identified a substance that inhibits cancer growth by activating the so-called "dark genome" (or non-coding DNA) and micro-RNA molecules. The study appears this week in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). Human body cells have a genome (the set of ... |
iYoga Magallanes - P100 for Complete Yoga Session!
Everything In Budget Wed, 02 Mar 2011 01:04 AM PST
Today's Deal: Only P100 for a Complete Yoga Session at iYoga (valued at P665) Save P565! DetailsValid from March 10 to August 31, 2011. Call for reservations at least one day in advance. Bring your own yoga matt, water, and towel. Not valid with other offers. HighlightsThe perfect way to unite Body and Mind. Located in the heart of Makati. Highly qualified instructors. Relaxing and cozy |
Signaling Path In Brain May Prevent That 'I'm full' Message
redOrbit Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:49 AM PST
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified a signaling pathway in the brain that's sufficient to induce cellular leptin resistance, a problem that decreases the body's ability to "hear" that it is full and should stop eating. "Leptin resistance is a significant factor, yet the mechanisms that underlie the problem remain unclear," said Dr. Joel Elmquist, professor of internal ... |
A Small Subset Of Normal White Blood Cells Gives Rise To A Rare Leukemia
redOrbit Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:49 AM PST
New research has identified a small subset of normal white blood cells in the body that gives rise to a rare incurable form of leukemia. The study, led by investigators at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center â€" Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC â€" James), shows that large granular lymphocyte leukemia can occur in a small subset of ... |
Whanganui man guilty of bashing cousin
Stuff Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:28 AM PST
A Whanganui man has tonight been found guilty by a High Court jury of knocking a relative semi-conscious and rolling his body down a bank toward the Whanganui River. |
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