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Diet and nutrition Coffee lowers risk for rare liver disease Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease. says study. Living near fast-food outlets ups obesity risk Online map is gateway to edibles How food colour 'warps time' when cooking
Environment Scientists explore future tropical rainfall A new study, looks to the past to learn about the future of tropical climate change. Scientists say humans are causing global climate change Climate change killing off plants and animals Livestock still a major emissions source
Mental Health Psychiatry 'Bible' launched amid controversy Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments. 1 in 5 teens have a mental disorder Experts debate what's 'normal' More kids diagnosed with mental health disabilities
Travel Drivers more likely to die in crashes Researchers claim that passenger car drivers are more likely to die in crashes with SUVs, regardless of crash safety ratings. Farting on flights A dim blue light keeps night drivers alert Sleepy, drunken drivers equally bad
Fitness Putting group fitness classes in the proper light Fitness experts are shining a new light on group classes from Zumba to yoga. Are you consuming substances that can get you banned? New fitness centers cater to ageing baby boomers Exercise may ease pain of fibromyalgia
Diabetes Nanotechnology to help fight diabetes An injectable nanogel can monitor blood-sugar levels and secrete insulin when needed and may help fight diabetes. Dagga smokers have better blood sugar control Hormone shows potential as diabetes treatment Sugary drinks raise diabetes risk by 20%
Asthma Ginger effective in treating asthma A study shows purified components of ginger may have properties that help asthma patients breathe more easily. SA has world’s fourth highest asthma death rate Time to control asthma Breathing problems misdiagnosed in athletes
Events Lactose-intolerant people needed for study The UCT/MRC Exercise Science and Sports Medicine Research Unit need both lactose intolerant and lactose tolerant people for a research study. Hypertension and awareness in SA SA doctors to tackle lifestyle diseases epidemic Great excitement for Spec-Savers IRONMAN SA weekend