Genes
- CelebrityYahoo Canada Style
Canadian meteorologist reflects on testing positive for the BRACA2 gene mutation
The diagnosis puts the television presenter at an increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer.
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How falling in love changes a woman's body
There's finally science behind the butterflies.
- NewsMarie-Claire Dorking
Struggling to lose weight? Don’t blame your genes!
Rubbish news of the day alert: new research suggests that the so-called obesity gene is not to blame for your inability to shift the pounds. When scientists revealed the existence of a ‘fat gene’ it provided some with a handy opportunity to attribute weight gain to their DNA. Because according to science the obesity gene is not tipping the scale against you in the battle of the bulge.
- NewsMarie-Claire Dorking
Science Says You Can Thank (Or Blame) Your Mum For Your Intelligence
New research reveals we get our intelligence from our mums [Photo: Krewr Studio via Pexels] You know the age-old saying about getting your intelligence from your mother. Because according to science you get all your smarts from your mother dearest (whether you like it or not!) New research featured in Psychology Spot and reported by Good Housekeeping says babies are born with conditioned genes that work differently depending on whether they’re from your mum or your dad. Allow us to explain t
