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- December 15, 2010
Potato chips, pretzels, popcorn and other tempting snacks can pack on the pounds when not eaten in moderation. A new study found one way to cut back on the quantity consumed is by using your non-dominant hand when you eat them. CNN, September 20, 2011
READ MOREIs getting shorter as you get older just an inevitable part of the aging process? Although most people do lose height as they get older, height loss could signal additional health risk. A recent study takes a look at what contributes to height loss; what, if anything, can be done about it; and why men, women
READ MOREMore informed patients may be a key to improving health care, reducing medical errors, and increasing the rate of early detection. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is launching a new campaign to encourage patients to ask more questions as a way to make the most of the time they have with their doctors.
READ MORENew Eagle NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha makes a difference in the lives of 12 underprivileged high school students by taking them on a tour of universities across the country each year, as part of his ACTS Program, the Awesome Walk College Tour for Scholars. September 18, 2011, NBC Nightly
READ MOREYou can now build a solar charger, made from an Altoids tin, for your iPhone and iPod for less than $20. Parts for the solar charger include a charging circuit, 2x AA battery holder, 2x rechargeable batteries, 1N914 blocking diode, a solar cell greater than 4V, stranded wire, tape, and of course, an Altoids tin.
READ MOREBesides working with the late Amy Winehouse, the legendary Tony Bennett is now working with Lady Gaga for his new “Duets II” record. The duo worked together on a song called “The Lady is a Tramp”. Sunday night at the Metropolitan Opera House in Manhattan, the legendary Tony Bennett will be performing along with Elton
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