Anti-addiction combo treats obesity

A combination of the antidepressant bupropion and the addiction drug naltrexone can help reduce weight when used along with a healthy diet and regular exercising.

Children born via in vitro fertilization may have slightly higher cancer rates

One of the early fears about in vitro fertilization at its inception more than 30 years ago was that the procedure might cause genetic or other health problems in children conceived in that manner. It's clear that IVF is very safe. However, several studies suggest a slightly higher risk of birth...

Decreasing Atherosclerosis Risk By Inhibiting Fatty Acids In Immune Cells

Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found a way to significantly reduce atherosclerosis in mice that does not involve lowering cholesterol levels or eliminating other obesity-related problems.They reported their findings in the July 23 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry.Atherosclerosis is the process through which fatty substances, such as ...

Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life

Title: Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life Category: Health News Created: 7/23/2010 12:10:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 7/26/2010

Food, blood flow lead to good sex

Food and sex have a lot in common. Both are basic elements of biology that are motivated by a hunger or a drive and both are necessary for survival. However, they have more in common than some may think.