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Peaches, plums, nectarines give obesity, diabetes slim chance

Peaches, plums and nectarines have bioactive compounds that can potentially fight-off obesity-related diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new studies by Texas AgriLife Research.

Medical research created Jun 18, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (4) | comments 0

Guys, take note: Male birth control pill may be ready soon

Attention men: The day may be coming soon when you can take your own birth control pill with no side effects, according to a study done by a group of scientists that includes a Texas A&M University researcher.

Medical research created Sep 05, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study evaluates lunchroom plate waste

Even though school children are served a healthy lunch, researchers are wanting to know how much of their entrees are actually being eaten or pushed aside, and the cost associated with serving daily meals ...

Health created Jan 29, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Can a Mediterranean diet suit American tastes? Experts give input on transitioning to more 'Med' meals

While a Mediterranean-type diet has long been touted as heart-healthy, it was only recently that substantial research has been done to validate this claim, said experts with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension ...

Health created Mar 06, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

AgriLife Extension safety expert: Pickups rock! Unfortunately, they also roll

Texans have a love affair with pickups, and while residents of the Lone Star State think these vehicles ‘rock,’ they also need to know that they roll, said a Texas AgriLife Extension Service safety expert.

Health created May 02, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0