Can
being a part of the world’s biggest social network boost your
self-confidence? A new study found that that Facebook profiles offer
people reassurance about their self-worth. The profiles allow them to
display their most valued personal traits and relationships, and people
will view their profiles to boost their sense of self-esteem. Source Link
The
success of gastric bypass surgery may have more to do with bacteria
than a smaller-sized stomach. A new study found that the surgery can
alter gut bacteria to help maintain lower body fat and lose weight.
Researchers say the findings could someday lead to a non-surgical
treatment to battle obesity. Source Link
Bargain hunting can pay off when it comes to buying prescription drugs. A Consumer Reports study looked at out-of-pocket costs for five popular generic drugs at 200 pharmacies nationwide. They found the average patient who is not shopping for the best price was overpaying for their prescriptions by about $100 a month. Source Link
