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Did you know that your sense of smell or
finger length could affect your future health? Neither did I, but
scientists are discovering that certain physical traits could
indicate an increased risk of conditions such as Alzheimer’s
disease, diabetes, and cancer. If any of these apply to you don’t… Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (255) | Blog
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Science is getting closer to
finding out. Researchers at UCLA, reporting online in Molecular
Psychiatry, have pinned down a strong genetic association with
autism. Leaving aside the details -- which, trust me, you
don't want to know -- this group found a high significant… Read More »
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There's no doubt that Angelina Jolie's biological children look like her and as well, Angelina's late mom Marcheline Bertrand, in her younger years, looked like Angie does today! Definitely passing those genes down the line! Check out the photo of Angelina as a toddler -… Read More »
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Some genetic traits are easier to defy than others, like your mom's mousy hair and petite stature. (Bring on the highlights and heels!) Others, such as cancer or diabetes, are not so simple to escape. But now you can reduce your risk with proven tips for protecting your health from head to toe. Where to start: Read More »
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When I think of "Fashion Week" I definitely think of a "Spit Party". That's sarcasm at it's most blatant by the way. Apparently a company by the name of 23andMe hosted a DNA 'Spit Party' during Fashion Week that attracted so much attention that celebrities were utilizing their services. The... Read More »
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Okay, I feel very truth-y today, and I need to tell you something. You may never have a six-pack. Or maybe more accurately, a visible six-pack. And I mean you could work your booty off, eat a real healthy diet, and still never get one. I mean, you might, but again, you might not. Are you mad now? Is... Read More »
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Let's talk about stretch marks for a second, okay? I've got lots of 'em. On my boobs, on my butt, on my gut and on my upper arms. Most women start getting them in their fourth month of pregnancy, but lucky me, I got my first one at the age of ten on what would become my least-favorite... Read More »
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Q: Do you think that there is any link between genetics and eating disorders, specifically binge eating? On the other hand, do you think the environment in which you grow up can influence this? surfplum A: Only time will tell if there is a true genetic link to disordered eating. I think we... Read More »
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My friend and colleague, Dr. Dean Ornish, is the lead author of a ground-breaking study, just published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, that suggests nothing less than the concept of "Nature versus nurture" is flawed, and obsolete. We can, it seems, nurture Nature.... Read More »
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Journal Entry To My Daughter 6/2/08 So I have this lump in my throat as I start to write this. I want to cry, for the 'Thousand Slights' you'll suffer. I want to shield you from that pain. But I can't. And it makes me feel helpless and small, and scared. I love you, Jessie. You were... Read More »
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