Topic: University Of Copenhagen

Obesity Could Begin in the Womb

Women who gain too much weight during pregnancy have big babies, putting their children at risk of becoming heavy later on, a new study says. ...
ers at the Faculty of Health Sciences have succeeded in decoding the genetic key that gives particular intestinal cells their identity. With this...
For the first time, a human-designed chemical enzyme -- a chemzyme -- has been used to break down a toxin found inside fruits and vegetables.....
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A Danish study suggests that men who are obese by age 20 die eight years earlier on average than their non-obese peers, scientists said Tuesday.The research, presented at the International Congress on Obesity in Stockholm, also indicated that obesity usua
If you want to keep your teeth sparkling white and cavity-free, don't indulge in an after-dinner or midnight snack. The BBC News reports that...

Study links hormone to addiction, risk-taking

LONDON (Reuters) - People with high levels of the hormone dopamine in the brain, and low sensitivity to it, tend to be greater risk takers and may be more prone to addictive behavior, drug abuse and gambling, a study has found.Scientists from ...

Exercise eases fatigue in cancer patients on chemo

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Exercise can reduce the often debilitating fatigue that cancer patients experience during chemotherapy, new research shows.The study from Denmark found that people being treated for cancer are likely to benefit from a supervise
A Third of Americans Have High Triglyceride LevelsBy Kirsten WhittakerSo what are triglycerides and does it matter if you have high triglyceride levels?Beyond keeping track of your blood pressure and cholesterol, there's another number to you need to know
World famous Italian architect Renzo Piano was named Monday as the winner of the Sonningprisen 2008 -- Denmark's most prestigious cultural award.The prize is bestowed by the University of Copenhagen in recognition of exceptional work that showcases Europe