Today's date: 6 May 2009
This Week: Microbial bliss
In the News: Earthquake shakes Mexico City.
Coming Thursday: Microbial bliss: You need bugs in your gut!
This Week
Microbial bliss
You need bugs in your gut!
Scientists are proving that intestinal bacteria can help health -- but for what conditions? Should you take probiotic supplements or eat foods with beneficial bugs? What does the science say -- and not say? ...more
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Brain battle
Early bird vs. night owl!
As the day wears on, both sleep pressure and the brain's alerting signal rise, until sleep pressure triumphs. [Nod]. New brain study explains why night owls don't get as sleepy during the day. ...more
In The News
Earthquake shakes Mexico City.
Buildings sway, but no damage or death reports are available. ...more
Flu outbreak in Mexico kills 16
Schools, universities closed. Parallelling 19189 flu, the virus is worst among young adults. This swine flu reminds us of "bird flu." ...more
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