A very aggressive disease with a poor prognosis, gallbladder cancer may be connected to higher exposure to estrogens, according to a group of researchers at the University of Houston (UH). Dr. Jan-Ake Gustafsson, Robert A. Welch Professor in UH’s biology and biochemistry department, described his team’s findings in a paper titled “Estrogen-dependent gallbladder carcinogenesis in… Continue reading
Day: August 30, 2010
Ice cream – ice and healthy temptation
Easy five ingredients ice cream Ingredients 1/2 cup cold milk 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 pint heavy cream Directions In a medium bowl, stir together cold milk, vanilla, condensed milk and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream with an electric mixer… Continue reading
The dentist and pregnancy
Pregnancy is a very exciting and busy time. There are so many changes going on in your body and your mouth is no exception. Good oral hygiene is extremely important during pregnancy because the increase of hormone levels during pregnancy can cause dental problems to be intensified. One of the most common dental problems associated… Continue reading