Is your love of java a matter of genetics? Scientists say “yes” and
have identified a number of genes that can modify caffeine’s effect on
your health, including cholesterol levels and blood sugar. Researchers
say the findings could someday help doctors identify patients who need
extra help in cutting down on coffee if recommended. Source Link
It
seems like using a smartphone is a dangerous habit when combined with
almost any kind of transportation. A survey found that 40 percent of
teens say they’ve been hit or nearly struck by a car or bike while
walking. In many of those cases, young people were listening to music,
texting or browsing websites on a phone while crossing a street. Source Link
Choosing
healthy foods doesn’t just benefit your waistline because it can help
your mouth too. Protein and calcium-rich dairy foods can strengthen
teeth and high-fiber fruits and vegetables and clean your mouth. And
drinking water versus sweetened juices and sodas reduces your exposure
to cavity-causing sugar. Source Link
