Will 'Dude Lit' Finally Entice Men to Read Fiction?
While women voraciously devour fiction books like the racy "Fifty Shades of Grey" men will now have their own genre available in an eBook series that will launch June 12 -- "Fiction for Men."
The collection -- a collaboration between Esquire magazine and Open Road Integrated Media -- is meant to be funny and action-driven.
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Stem Cells Curb Chronic Pain in Mice
Replacing dead or dysfunctional nerve cells with new, healthy ones derived from stem cells eases chronic pain in mice, a new study found. Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco coaxed mouse embryonic stem cells into becoming mature nerve cells that could bridge gaps...
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Why 'Miracle Diet' Controls Epilepsy
While neurologists have known that a high-fat and very low-carb diet, known as a ketogenic diet, reduces seizures in epileptic patients who are resistant to medical therapy, the “why” to it all has always been a mystery. But today, some scientists say they may have...
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Can Stem Cells Repair Heart Tissue?
People who suffer from heart failure could someday be able to use their own skin stem cells to regenerate their damaged heart tissue, according to a new Israeli study.
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How Colored Chips Slow Snacking
Once you pop open a stack of potato chips, it can sometimes be hard to stop until you suddenly realize you are scraping the bottom of the can. Now, new research suggests that inserting colored potato chips might actually help curb your appetite.
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Sleep Apnea Linked to Hypertension
Sleep apnea treatment lowers blood pressure and may even prevent it.
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POSTED 05/23/2012 at 12:39 PM --
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Pom Juice Claims 'Deceptive,' Says Judge
A federal judge ruled that the makers of Pom Wonderful pomegranate juice and supplements must stop making claims that its products can treat or prevent heart disease, prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction pending adequate scientific proof of the alleged health benefits. The ruling came in...
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New Flesh-Eat Victim in Same Hospital
Bobby Vaughn, 33, is battling necrotizing fasciitis in the same Augusta hospital as Aimee Copeland
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Alanis to Breastfeed 'Til Son's 'Finished'
Alanis Morissette is head over feet for breastfeeding, and said she plans on feeding her son the natural way until he “is finished and weaned.” “I think it affords the child, when he grows up, to have a lot less therapy to go to,” the...
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Watch: Sleep Apnea Linked to Risk of Hypertension
Dr. Horneet Walia says new treatments for sleep apnea show positive results.
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Watch: Flesh-Eating Bacteria Hits Third Victim in Georgia
Robert Vaughn was hospitalized after being cut in a landscaping accident.
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Watch: Prostate Cancer Screening Under Scrutiny
Dr. Therese Bevers calls the new PSA recommendations confusing.
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Watch: Genetic Sexual Attraction: Relatives in Love
Adoptees admit sexual feelings for biological dads, after years of separation.
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Watch: Breast Cancer Risk Reduced by Weight Loss
Dr. Jennifer Ligibel says significant hormones are affected by shedding pounds.
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Watch: Oregon Mental Health Worked Killed on the Job
Jennifer Warren was fatally stabbed while delivering medication to a patient.
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Watch: Paula Deen Talks Diabetes, Diet on 'The View'
Chef tells the co-hosts she has lost 30 pounds in part by eating in moderation.
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Watch: Sarah Hyland Speaks Out
"Modern Family" star champions good cause after requiring kidney transplant.
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Watch: Robotic Lifeguard Named Emily Saves Swimmers
Emily travels to give high-speed aid to victims.
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Watch: The Many Benefits of Folic Acid
Dietitian Denise Cole says folic acid prevents some childhood cancers.
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