Tag Archives: Health
New Vaginal Gel Stops AIDS Virus
This is a major break through, but how often is AIDS transmitted from partners from the opposite sex? I believe in most studies that AIDS is transmitted from homosexual relationships and dirty needles from drug use. Regardless, this news is very encouraging and has already been approved by the FDA. The new vaginal gel prevents [...]
Full StoryWeight Loss Alternative Discovered
A minimally invasive procedure successfully suppressed levels of the “hunger hormone” ghrelin in pigs and led to appetite reduction results similar to bariatric surgery, say Johns Hopkins researchers. They chemically vaporized the main vessel carrying blood to the top section (fundus) of the stomach. About 90 percent of the body’s ghrelin originates in the fundus, [...]
Full StoryBreathe, Breathe in the Air
This is not going to be about a Pink Floyd story, but one about the Worlds worst air pollution. The air at the Beijing Olympics has been hazy, heavy and humid. Athletes have voiced concerns over the potential impact to their health and performance. Beijing’s air pollution regularly reaches levels two or three times above [...]
Full StoryThe Watermelon can Help your Sex Life
Go figure, now they will be telling us that coffee cures the common cold, but this is way more interesting if you ask me. A slice of fresh watermelon according to researchers has effects similar to Viagra, but don’t expect to have that longevity.
Full StoryThe Real Drug Problem
I just read the latest blog from Dana Blankenhorn of ZDnet.com called “The real drug problem is in your mind” and I was totally caught off guard. After reading through his blog, I realized that Dana missed something important that would have made more sense. A drug that’s not classified as psychoactive is still a [...]
Full StoryYour Game Console May Kill You… One Day
Greenpeace has released a report saying that video game consoles, along with many other consumer electronics, contain below-regulation but still potentially harmful amounts of bromine, PVCs, and other potentially harmful chemicals. While you Sharks at home taking it to the streets in GTA IV probably aren’t immediately at risk, these devices will remain in your [...]
Full Story30 Minute Tech Dinner
Is it low in carbohydrates and low fat? Absolutely, and even Pat King will approve. As Techies, we spend too much time on our PC and in turn we usually order fast food, this is a big no-no. How can I eat healthier? Easy, as simple as baiting a hook for that big catch, shark [...]
Full StoryGo Away From Your Computer, Now.
Tech Jaws would like to take this opportunity to remind you that despite the huge number of productivity applications and connectivity devices, it’s always good to unplug. Some of you can’t completely unplug, like say doctors on call or really expensive lawyers. But it never hurts to step away from the screen. It’s healthier for [...]
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