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Women and Men Taste Fat Differently, Med School Research Finds

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There may be a scientific reason why men binge on bacon. UCF College of Medicine researchers have discovered that female sex hormones make women more sensitive to the taste of fat, helping them better regulate how much of it they eat. “Our assumption is that the more you can taste it, the more sensitive you are to it,” said Naima Dahir, a Ph.D. candidate at the … [Read more...]

Colon Cancer: Knowledge Is Power

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If you're 45, it's time to get screened.  March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, the colon cancer death rate in this country could be cut by more than half if Americans simply followed recommended screening guidelines. Early detection and treatment are critical. If caught early, colorectal cancer is 90% curable. If … [Read more...]

Creator Mindset: Volume

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We live in a world obsessed with volume. The effort we make in our careers or in our business leads to always wanting more. We’re in a constant cycle of more. We are told this cycle is good. Productivity, efficiency and predictability are what we crave so that we can get more.   But more of what? Who knows? A relic of the analytical mindset that champions only what it … [Read more...]

UCF Biomed Student Presents Autism Research at State Capitol

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A College of Medicine biomedical sciences major investigating the link between processed food and autism presented her research findings at the state Capitol recently, sharing her discoveries with lawmakers, scientists and citizens from across Florida. Aseela Samsam was one of four UCF students chosen to represent student research at the Undergraduate Research Posters at the … [Read more...]

Focus on Your Blood Pressure This American Heart Month

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February is American Heart Month, and what better time to raise awareness about high blood pressure, a serious health issue that impacts approximately one out of every three American adults?  While most people are familiar with the terms “high blood pressure” and “hypertension,” there is far less understanding of what exactly these refer to and why you need to pay … [Read more...]

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