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June 17, 2012

Published Friday, Jun. 15, 2012, 2:56 PM

Previously unknown repair byproduct could be ‘master regulator’ of many basic cell functions

University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston researchers have found a surprising connection between a key DNA-repair process and a cellular signaling network linked to aging, heart disease, cancer and other chronic conditions. The discovery promises to open up an important new area of research — one that could ultimately yield novel treatments for a wide variety of diseases.
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With beef prices rising, bison is a healthy alternative

April 03, 2012

Now that some of the smoke has cleared from last month's nationwide fervor over Lean Finley Textured Beef (LFTB), it may be time to take a look at a healthy alternative. Bison, sometimes called the American buffalo, is naturally flavorful and tender. It is a lean red meat described by many as the most flavorful meat they have ever tasted, with a sweeter and richer flavor than beef. Bison is similar in texture and can be prepared much the same as beef. (Read More)

Childhood Obesity in Discussion

March 30, 2012

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America is a fat country. Each year magazines rate the fattest cities in America and include photos of morbidly obese residents chowing down. Obesity has become acceptable in our society. Significantly overweight people are featured in nearly every sophomoric comedy, consuming all, and doing so without a second thought. (Read More)