The ‘Five Second Rule’ Is a Myth

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• The ‘Five Second Rule’ Is a Myth
• Why Johnny Can’t Run
• Certain Tick Bites Might Spur Red Meat Allergy
• Experimental Drug Suppresses Appetite in Mice: Study
• Could Gene Doping Be Part of Future Olympics?

The ‘Five Second Rule’ Is a Myth Posted: 26 Jul 2012 02:47 PM PDT Sorry, the snack you dropped is already contaminated and can’t be sanitized, expert says THURSDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) — People who follow the “five-second rule” may be better off sticking to the phrase, “when in doubt, throw it out.” So says Dr. Jorge Parada, medical director of the infection prevention and control program at... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Why Johnny Can’t Run Posted: 26 Jul 2012 02:47 PM PDT Most states fall short of recommended physical education guidelines, researchers say THURSDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) — Mandates for physical education in most of the United States fall short of the guidelines set forth by the National Association of Sport and Physical Education, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Georgia conducted... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Certain Tick Bites Might Spur Red Meat Allergy Posted: 26 Jul 2012 02:47 PM PDT After exposure to Lone Star tick, some people must avoid red meat thereafter By Denise MannHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) — Can a tick bite turn you off red meat for good? It can if it is the bite of a Lone Star tick, a type that’s endemic in the southeastern United States.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Experimental Drug Suppresses Appetite in Mice: Study Posted: 26 Jul 2012 02:47 PM PDT Researchers say it might someday help humans lose weight THURSDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) — An experimental drug tested in mice might one day help people lose weight and keep it off long-term, according to researchers. The drug, called JD5037, increases sensitivity to the hormone leptin, a natural appetite suppressant found in the body, according... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Could Gene Doping Be Part of Future Olympics? Posted: 26 Jul 2012 02:47 PM PDT Technology reaching the point where some might try to enhance their performance genetically, experts say By Maureen SalamonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 26 (HealthDay News) — Despite all the training, sweat, dedication and sacrifice that goes into becoming an Olympic competitor, these elite athletes also tend to have an advantage that average sports lovers lack: superior... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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