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Climate Change May Cut Cows’ Milk Production in South

Climate Change May Cut Cows’ Milk Production in South


Climate Change May Cut Cows’ Milk Production in South

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:45 PM PDT


Humidity, hot nights can cause stress, making animals less productive, U.S. researchers suggest THURSDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — Rising temperatures caused by climate change may lead to reduced milk production among cows in the southern United States, a new study suggests. University of Washington researchers analyzed climate and dairy industry data and concluded that...

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Babies Born to Obese Mothers May Have Low Iron: Study

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:45 PM PDT


Iron deficiency at birth can lead to developmental delays THURSDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — Obese women who become pregnant may give birth to babies with low levels of iron, a new study reveals. The findings suggest that overproduction of an iron-regulating hormone, known as hepcidin, can interfere with the transfer of iron from an...

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’Beige’ Fat Joins Brown Fat as Potential Weight-Loss Target

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:45 PM PDT


These cells, a combination of white and brown fat, may ramp up weight loss, scientists say THURSDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — First there was research into calorie-burning “brown” fat, and now scientists say they’ve spotted a new type of “beige” fat in adults that might also prove useful in the fight against obesity. The...

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Surge Seen in Concussions Among College Football Players

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:45 PM PDT


Changes in NCAA reporting rules may have contributed to rise, researchers say By Denise MannHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — Concussions among football players at three U.S. service academies have increased since 2009, according to a new study. The increase comes after a 2010 National Collegiate Athletic Association concussion-management initiative that required athletic...

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Exercise, Meditation Can Beat Back Cold, Flu, Study Finds

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:45 PM PDT


Researchers report that both also appear to cut down on sick time and sick days at work By Carina StorrsHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — New research suggests that regular exercise or meditation may be among the best ways to reduce acute respiratory infections. A small study of 149 active and sedentary adults...

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