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Big Book: Encyclopedia of Life Update

Jan 10, 2012 02:53PM

The vastly expanded Encyclopedia of Life offers information on more than one-third of all known species on Earth, including hundreds of thousands of images and videos.

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Vanishing Species: Counting our Natural Blessings

Jan 10, 2012 02:49PM

Scientists theorize that as many as 86 percent of Earth’s species are still unknown, and millions of organisms will remain undiscovered as extinctions accelerate worldwide at 10 to 100 times their natural rate.

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Vitamin C Helps Us See: Tip for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy

Jan 10, 2012 02:30PM

Enjoy your morning orange juice—it helps the nerve cells in your eyes to stay healthy.

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Regular Bedtimes Make Kids Smarter: The Key to Developmentally Excelling

Jan 10, 2012 02:28PM

Children that get adequate sleep score higher on a range of developmental assessments.

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Alcohol Impairs Recovery from Illness: Think Twice Before Downing a Hot Toddy

Jan 10, 2012 02:24PM

Can hot toddies help a cold? Probably not—new research shows that alcohol impairs recovery from illness.

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Potassium Protects the Heart: Take in More for Better Cardiac Health

Jan 10, 2012 02:13PM

Achieving a healthy sodium-potassium ratio is key to controlling blood pressure and improving heart health. Here’s what you need to know.

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Does Yawning Cool the Brain?: It Doesn't Just Mean You're Bored

Jan 10, 2012 02:09PM

New research suggests that beyond signaling fatigue or boredom, yawning might be a physical reaction to cool an “overheated” brain.

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Seaweed Loves the Heart: A Rich Source of Heart-Healthy Goodness

Jan 10, 2012 01:59PM

Seaweed and other microalgae may rival milk products as a source of bioactive peptides that reduce blood pressure.

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Meditation Boosts Brain Power: Slow Down Mental Deterioration

Jan 10, 2012 01:55PM

The practice may slow down aging-related brain atrophy, perhaps by positively affecting the immune system.

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Animal Acupuncture: TCM Is Not Just for Humans Anymore

Dec 28, 2011 03:02PM ● By Dr. Jenny Taylor

Veterinary acupuncture is used to treat conditions ranging from muscle injuries and paralysis to arthritis and neurologic, gastrointestinal and reproductive disorders.

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