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Nov 28, 2015 06:36 AM EST

Rising Carbon Dioxide Causes Rapid Growth of Coccolithophores in the Ocean

There's something strange happening in the world's oceans due to an excess of carbon dioxide. Plankton is, apparently, growing rapidly in spite of scientific predictions

Oct 17, 2015 10:07 PM EDT

Colon Cancer: Vitamin D, Calcium Supplements Do Not Lower Risk

New findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) show that these dietary supplements are not helpful in lowering cancer risk--particularly when it comes to preventing future polyps.

Jun 15, 2015 12:04 PM EDT

Here's A Potential New Treatment For Osteoporosis

Researchers at The Scripps Research Institute have developed a drug that could help to treat osteoporosis and other bone-related conditions, including diabetes and obesity through the investigation of a protein called PPARG and its effects on bone marrow stem cells.

Mar 02, 2015 11:48 PM EST

Drinking Coffee May Help Prevent Clogged Arteries

There's not doubt that coffee is a controversial, caffeinated beverage. There are both good and bad things to drinking this drink. Yet a new study published in the journal Heart show us that drinking at least three cups of coffee a day could help reduce the risk of clogged arteries.

Jun 18, 2014 11:27 AM EDT

Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Could Risk the Health of Older Women

You may want to hold off on those calcium and vitamin D supplements if you're a bit older. Scientists have found that usual supplements may have a bit too much punch for older women and may send calcium excretion and blood levels too high.

Jul 19, 2013 11:21 AM EDT