Scientists believe that insulin resistance, which can lead to diabetes, might stem from the habits of a child's grandmother.

Animal studies suggest that children may be at increased risk of diabetes if their grandmother maintained a poor diet while pregnant and breast feeding

Two studies presented to a conference on autism help support other research that suggests that there are subtle differences in the immune function of children with autism.

Autism is a brain disorder usually seen as infants become toddlers. Affecting an estimated two to five out of every 1,000 children, autism has a spectrum of symptoms that include difficulty with social interaction and repetitive behaviors. There is no known cause of Autism

A recent study has revealed fish that's broiled or baked helps people protect themselves against heart ailments. The study was conducted by scientists at the American Heart Association.

Fried fishe contain only lesser amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, reported AP, quoting the study. Omega-3 fatty acids are a kind of "healthy" fat responsible for enhancing cholesterol and other cardiac risk factors

Experts are worried about the possible harm that chemicals in oral contraceptives and food containers may have on babies. A new study shows that they both harm the development of baby mice.

Researchers studied two man-made chemicals ethinylestradiol and bisphenol A. Male mice exposed to the substances while in the womb, developed deformities of the prostate and urethra

A news study revealed that Acupuncture has a scientific and proven effect on brain, reports AP. The study published on Nature also said that the instances showing patients getting benefit from acupuncture aren't completely based on their expectations.

According to the Indian news agency PTI reports, the research team used brain imaging to show that treatment with genuine needles stimulates brain areas beyond the ones that light up when trick needles are applied