Health Issue: SHORT CUTS

SHORT CUTS


Cholesterol-regulator in brain found:
      Researchers have found a potential new target for pharmacologic control of cholesterol levels-a hormone called ghrelin in the brain that signals hunger pangs and regulates cholesterol clrculation. The animal study was led by Matthias Tschop, professor in the University of Cincinnati. "We have long though that cholesterol is exclusively regulated through dietary absorption or synthesis and secretion by the liver.

 Schizophrenia durg shrinks brain:

       Researchers have found that haloperidol, a commonly-prescribed antipsychotic drug,temporarily reduces the size of a part in brain linked to movement and coordination within two hours of intake. However, it causes side effects such as shaking, drooling and restless leg syndrome, the scientists at the University of Heldelberg in Mannheim found.

Regular bedtime linked to math skills:

      Having a regular bedtime ensures development of language, reading and maths sills among four-year-old children, says a new study. The study also provides information about typical sleep patterns in such children. American of 11 yours of sleep every night for pre-school children.