It turns out aging does increase the risk of disease, at least in tomatoes. A new University of Florida study shows the specific variety of tomato matters along with the fruit’s ripeness. Green tomatoes resist salmonella much more than ripe red ones.
Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Many people take drugs called “statins” to significantly lower their cholesterol, reducing their chances of suffering from this deadly disease. Now a new University of Florida study shows statins play another key role in preventing heart attacks.
The state of Florida used to welcome thousands of new residents a day, but new estimates by University of Florida researchers suggest the state will see the smallest increase in population since the 1940s.
You have at least five more reasons to keep pesky flies from landing on your food, five different bacteria that can cause serious disease in humans. University of Florida research shows that common house flies can carry some dangerous pathogens.
Community leaders attended a luncheon celebrating the University of Florida’s strong relationship with the City of Gainesville and surrounding areas. UF President Bernie Machen and Head Football Coach Urban Meyer spoke about the university’s future and entertained the crowd.
The active ingredient in Tylenol may do more than numb your headache. It may also treat temporary heartache. New University of Florida research shows acetaminophen can relieve social pain from hurt feelings.
Hotels and homeowners having trouble with bed bugs may just have to turn up the heat. University of Florida researchers have found a way to kill bed bugs that doesn’t involve any pesticides; it works just like a convection oven.
While the Gulf oil spill has peppered Panhandle beaches with tar balls, University of Florida experts say it has also swamped a shaky Florida real estate industry.
In a health conscious society, keeping food both fresh and healthy is just a sound wave away. University of Florida researchers have discovered that by firing ultrasonic sound waves into roasted peanuts and then coating the nuts with edible protectants and antioxidant extracts like tea, not only can they extend the shelf life of the peanuts, but also make them healthier.
When it comes to dating, it turns out women really do value honesty more than men according to a new University of Florida study.