Genes plus parenting may promote shyness, anxiety
found that children carrying one or two short versions of a gene involved in transport... support. If their mothers had plenty of social support, kids carrying the so-called "shy gene" were
Study identifies gene linked to longer lifespan
they think they know why.
They identified a gene in roundworms on Wednesday that directly links calorie... Studies in La Jolla, California, said a gene called pha-4 plays a role in gut development in embryonic
Great biking book for Bay Area!
Check out Moon's Bay Area Biking guide. It's one of the best I've seen - full route maps and a nice assortment of trails.
Circadian clock may say when its time to lose weight
A gene that helps regulate the body's natural rhythms may affect the metabolism, according to new research at the University of Virginia and the Medical College of Wisconsin. The gene Nocturin, regulated
Does Genetics Influence Obesity?
is increased. However, does this mean those with obesity genes are doomed to an unhealthy life?
The evidence uncovered in the study suggests that persons with the obesity gene may be 67% more likely to be obese and 40
Short stubby legs!
As an islander girl, I've got the genes that let my legs be the first site of gaining inches, whereas every other body part is okay. What could I do to help tone legs that are prone to gain inches
