Health News: [diabetes ]: DNA ‘junk' contains a treasure of information about disease

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Health News : diabetes - News from other sources.   DNA 'junk' contains a treasure of information about disease Sat, 14 Sep, 2013 08:38 AM PDT Among the many mysteries of human biology is why complex diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and psychiatric disorders are so difficult to predict and, often, to treat. The human genome is packed with at least 4 million gene switches that reside in bits of DNA that once were dismissed as "ju... Continue reading The American Diabetes Association Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by Promoting Physical Activity and Healthy Habits Sat, 14 Sep, 2013 06:54 AM PDT ALEXANDRIA, VA--(Marketwired - Sep 13, 2013) - During Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM), as the nation honors the rich histories, cultures and contributions of the Hispanic community, the American Diabetes Association (Association) is proud to join in the celebration by promoting physical activity and heal... Continue reading Coconut oil's nutrients good for skin, hair Sat, 14 Sep, 2013 06:04 AM PDT Coconut oil has more saturated fats than lard, and that, along with the vitamin E it contains, makes it great for skin and hair. On one hand, coconut oil's saturated fat can put you on the fast track for the cardiac care unit. [...] it also helps prevent diabetes, improves calcium and magnesium absorpt... Continue reading 70 institutes to be set up for treating cancer, diabetes: Azad Sat, 14 Sep, 2013 05:48 AM PDT The Central government has approved a plan to set up 70 medical facilities for treating cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said today. Continue reading

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