The twisting, ladder-like form of the DNA molecule – the architectural floor plan of life – contains a universe of information critical to human health. Enormous effort has been invested in deciphering the genetic code, including, most famously, the Human Genome Project. Nevertheless, the process of reading some three-billion nucleotide “letters” to reveal an individual’s… Continue reading
Day: November 21, 2010
How to get rid of some stomach pains easy
Tummy troubles—whether it’s gas, constipation, or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)—often plague women. But experts say new remedies can provide quick and easy relief. Try these five. Walk it off Exercise might be the last thing on your mind when your tummy hurts, but “a brisk walk, maybe 10 to 15 minutes, can do wonders,” says… Continue reading
The size of plates that change your weight
You can drop 18 pounds this year just by changing plates, according to the Small Plate Movement. Start with a plate that’s between 9 and 10 inches in diameter, closer to the size of your grandmother’s china. Spode Blue Willow Dinnerware These dinner plates fit the Small Plate Movement prescription: They’re 10 inches across and… Continue reading