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New study showing that both men and women overestimate the facial appearance that the opposite-sex desires, which was associated with greater dissatisfaction of one's own appearance

New study showing that both men and women overesti...

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Men who adhere to traditional gender roles or masculine ideologies face more than double the risk of suicide

Men who adhere to traditional gender roles or masc...

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‘I don’t feel your pain’: Alcohol’s ability to increase people’s pain threshold is one reason that drinking also leads to more aggressive behavior.

‘I don’t feel your pain’: Alcohol’s ability to inc...

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Scientists said they’ve found a link between high rates of alcohol consumption and those who have long ring fingers relative to their pointer fingers. Overall, men show higher alcohol consumption and related deaths from alcohol abuse than women.

Scientists said they’ve found a link between high ...

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Employees think watching customers increases tips. New research shows that customers don't always tip more when they feel watched, but they are far less likely to recommend or return to the business.

Employees think watching customers increases tips....

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Giant hornets have been sighted in Europe for the first time | It’s going to attack an awful lot of things,” including other wasps, insects and even small vertebrates like geckos. “So if it gets established and abundant, it could be a real issue.”

Giant hornets have been sighted in Europe for the ...

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A new study reveals that clams called heart cockles have unique structures in their shells that act like fiber optic cables to convey specific wavelengths of light into the bivalves’ tissues.

A new study reveals that clams called heart cockle...

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Study found that researchers in the tobacco, ultra-processed food (UPF), and alcohol sectors often face identical intimidation tactics aimed at undermining and discrediting experts who provide evidence to policymakers seeking to enhance public health through stronger regulations

Study found that researchers in the tobacco, ultra...

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Researchers reveal what men and women envy in each other — and discover a new form of envy | Research found that women tend to envy men for their perceived social advantages and biological freedoms, while men envy women for their physical attractiveness and traditional roles, such as motherhood.

Researchers reveal what men and women envy in each...

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An alarming increase in people under 50 being diagnosed with bowel cancer has prompted researchers to urge people to increase fibre intake and improve eating habits. A diet high in healthy fats and vegetables whilst limiting sugars and alcohol could potentially reduce the risk of bowel cancer.

An alarming increase in people under 50 being diag...

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New study examines how political orientation influences prosociality—the willingness to help others | While left-leaning individuals were found to have slightly stronger prosocial traits, the connection was weaker when it came to real-world behaviors observed in experiments.

New study examines how political orientation influ...

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Higher ratio of plant protein to animal protein may improve heart health

Higher ratio of plant protein to animal protein ma...

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Study finds stimulant and non-stimulant medications significantly reduced injury risk in adults with ADHD and highlight the potential of ADHD medications to confer substantial health benefits to this population.

Study finds stimulant and non-stimulant medication...

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Eating more fruits and vegetables may help reduce depression in adults over 45, suggests new study of 3,483 twins across 4 countries, a discovery that emphasises the power of diet, particularly fibre and micronutrients, in boosting mental health.

Eating more fruits and vegetables may help reduce ...

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In a study on rats with diet-induced obesity (DIO), inulin-coated medium-chain triglyceride (InuMCT) microcapsules not only reduce DIO weight gain but also improve metabolic markers. InuMCT increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) by 23% and reduced glucose levels by 15%.

In a study on rats with diet-induced obesity (DIO)...

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In a study of 1486 patients screened for lung cancer between March 2017 and November 2018 as part of the Ontario Health Lung Cancer Screening Pilot for People at High Risk, coronary artery calcium was detected in 83% (1232) of patients, with high levels in 30% (439).

In a study of 1486 patients screened for lung canc...

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Brazilian Zoo Experiment Finds 1 in 5 Animals Test Positive For COVID-19 Virus

Brazilian Zoo Experiment Finds 1 in 5 Animals Test...

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Dynamic brain connectivity distinguishes conscious and unconscious states

Dynamic brain connectivity distinguishes conscious...

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