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Research that claims consuming glucose can reduce aggression in some people should be taken on board with "caution", say professionals in health care jobs.
Dr Susan Jebb, head of nutrition and health research at the Medical Research Council, pointed out that the findings are preliminary and taking in more sugar without more information could have a detrimental effect on weight.
She added: "It woul...
Professionals working in health care jobs might find themselves advising parents on how best to control their children's eating habits.
Tam Fry, spokesman for the National Obesity Forum, said some youngsters are "compensating" for a lack of nutritional meals by snacking on unhealthy treats.
He added: "When the children are out of sight of the parents, the parents have absolutely no idea what it ...
Increasing the value of investment in environmental projects could boost the housing options available to those living in Scotland.
This is according to Member of the European Parliament for the Scottish National Party Alyn Smith who said funding could upgrade existing properties and derelict sites.
He added that a £50 million cash injection from the European Union could also improve social housing and transport north of the border.
It could be said that constr...
The installation of SmartGrid technology in Liverpool could boost the opportunities for green energy jobs.
Lorraine Rogers, chief executive of the Mersey Partnership (TMP), said a trial of ScottishPower's scheme will be a "catalyst" for new jobs.
She added: "Going forward our role will be to facilitate opportunities for the private sector and to maximise related job creation and investment."
Work on the project is due to begin this summer and could ...
Those working in charity jobs have been encouraging others to register as an organ donor with a view to helping people with kidney disease.
Charles Kernahan, chief executive of Kidney Research UK, said: "90 per cent of the patients on the active waiting list for an organ transplant are actually waiting for a kidney."
Families should discuss the issue and agree whether they or their relatives wish to become a...