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Colon cancer is no longer 'old people's disease. Doctor on X names one popular food as 'biggest risk factor' : 'It is a carcinogen like tobacco'Colon cancer incidence is alarmingly increasing among younger adults globally. Processed meats are identified as a significant dietary risk...
Psychology of eating spicy food: People who chase the hottest wings on the menu aren't just showing off; researchers call it “benign masochism,” the brain enjoys a scary signal it knows can't actually hurt youBenign masochism describes enjoying sensations perceived as threats when safety is assured. This phenomenon explains liking spicy foods, sa...
Psychology of distracted eating: The person who eats dinner in front of Netflix isn't just relaxing; a 2013 review of research found that distracted eaters take in more food and then eat more again laterDistracted eating, like watching television, increases food consumption during meals. This distraction also leads to greater food intake la...
Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others, and it has nothing to do with 'sweet blood'Mosquitoes are attracted to a unique blend of human body odors. This personal scent is determined by skin bacteria and sweat composition. B...
Psychology says people who spend their adult money on things they always wanted as kids aren't immature, they may be healing old emotional needsPsychology suggests that adults who spend money on things they always wanted as children aren't acting out of their age. Sometimes the grea...
Is buying a home still the way to wealth? Some young Americans aren't sureRising home prices, borrowing costs and maintenance expenses are making many young Americans question whether buying a house remains a good...
Once-a-week insulin launched in India, but doctors say it won't replace daily shots for allIndia now offers Awiqli, a new once-weekly basal insulin for diabetes patients. This drug reduces annual injections from 365 to just 52 for...
Financial literacy for students: The skills Indian schools still aren't teachingFinancial literacy for students refers to the ability to manage money: budgeting, saving, investing, and recognising fraud. Only 16.7% of I...
Psychology says people who are scared of cockroaches, bugs or house lizard aren't weak: What this behavior means, the psychology behind it, and what studies explainPsychology says people who are scared of cockroaches, bugs or house lizard aren't always reacting without reason. Psychology explains that ...
Netflix strikes deals in short-form video pushNetflix is pushing deeper into the short-form video territory dominated by TikTok and YouTube, striking licensing deals with a slate of maj...
- The ugly and the beautiful
Beauty perceptions vary significantly among individuals and are shaped by personal viewpoints. Conventional notions of attractiveness diffe...
Why does a happy cat suddenly bite during petting? Here's what experts say your cat is telling you with those quiet warning signalsMost petting bites are not random. Cats usually give silent warning signs before they react. A flicking tail, tense body, flattened ears, o...
IT slide meets Q1 earnings; Sebi greenlights Rentomojo IPOA sharp fall in IT stocks has put the sector under pressure ahead of the June-quarter earnings season. This and more in today's ETtech Top ...
Psychologists say adults who still carry childhood keepsakes aren't simply nostalgic, but often use them to regulate emotions during stressful situations, according to a researchChildhood comfort objects like teddy bears and blankets are not mere clutter, a new study reveals. Researchers found that college students ...
Psychologists say writing tomorrow's to-do list before bed is not overplanning, but may help you fall asleep faster by clearing unfinished tasks from your mind, according to researchers at Baylor UniversityStruggling to sleep due to a racing mind? A Baylor University study reveals a simple, five-minute fix: jotting down your to-do list before ...
Financial independence for children: How families in the US and India split the bills when adult children stay homeIn the United States, those graduating in the 21st century especially have been seeking to return to the homes of their boomer parents. In ...
Psychology says people who bite the skin around their fingers are not without self-control, they may be responding to their brain's reward systemPsychology says biting the skin around the fingers may be linked to body-focused repetitive behaviors, emotion regulation, habit formation,...