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Chinese martial arts focus of international tournament in US

Learning Chinese kung fu can help kids develop more meaningful habits by diminishing their addiction to modern electronics devices, a Chinese kung fu super star said Saturday.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/8/5 17:58:39

WHO: Too much sugar in baby foods on market

Baby foods on market generally contain too much sugar, posing a source of health concern, a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/7/16 18:21:22

Immersive play brings new hope to autistic, special needs children in Shanghai theatre

An actor sits on the floor with an audience of children, turning over a paper fish again and again.
Source: Global Times | 2019/5/12 17:08:39

Delivering HIV vaccine piece by piece improves its killing power

Scientists at a US research institute have developed an HIV vaccine delivery strategy that enhanced the protective immune response in a preclinical model.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/5/10 12:42:50

Sugary drinks, irregular brushing fuel major tooth decay in indigenous children: Aussie study

Tooth decay levels are three times higher among indigenous children, with consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks and irregular brushing of teeth forming major factors behind the global dental condition, according to latest Australian research.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/5/4 13:49:09

Chronic disruptions to circadian rhythms promote tumor growth: study

Disruptions of one's circadian rhythm could lead to faster tumor growth, according to a new study published Tuesday in the journal PLOS Biology.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/5/2 13:22:41

Impact of exercise, sleep on depression varies by gender: study

A study posted on the website of the University of Michigan (UM) on Tuesday suggests that exercise and sleep impact depression differently in men and women.
Source: Xinhua | 2019/5/2 9:28:21

US children use more toothpaste than recommended: report

Many children in the United States are using more toothpaste than officially recommended, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Source: Xinhua | 2019/2/3 22:37:33

US scientist finds cutting down on alcohol may help quit smoking

Heavy smokers who want to quit smoking may find it helpful to cut back on the use of alcohol, a new study from Oregon State University (OSU) in the western United States revealed Thursday.
Source: Xinhua | 2018/12/28 17:26:38

Refugee chefs serve up treats during Brussels food festival

In the bustling kitchen of the upscale Le Mess restaurant in Brussels, Majid Akbari crushes simmering tomatoes in steaming pots for a dish of bass fillet with saffron, pistachio and currant spiced rice.
Source: Reuters | 2018/6/28 17:59:30