Severity of SDB Predicts Glycemic Health
May 23, 2012 (Newswise) — The severity of sleep disordered breathing and nocturnal hypoxemia independently predict both glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to a new study. read more (Source: Diabetes News from dLife.com)

G Protein-Coupled Receptor Mediates The Action Of Castor Oil
Castor oil is known primarily as an effective laxative; however, it was also used in ancient times with pregnant women to induce labour. Only now have scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research succeeded in unravelling the mysteries of the action mechanism. A receptor by the name of EP3 on the cells of the intestine and uterus is apparently responsible. This is activated by an ingredient in the oil. The oil obtained from the seeds of the castor oil plant Ricinus communis is one of the oldest drugs known to man... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)