Hyperadrenocorticism, attenuated inflammation, and the life-prolonging action of food restriction in mice

Article Abstract:

Experimental studies of the influence of food restriction (FR), which enhances longevity, in two-month-old BALB/c mice indicate an enhancement of plasma corticosterone levels and a decrease in inflammation responses in FR mice. This suggests that glucocorticoids participate in the defense mechanism against overinflammation and enables extension of life span through postponement of inflammation-induced pathology.

Health aspects, Analysis, Food and nutrition, Mice, Mice (Rodents), Inflammation, Longevity, Corticosterone

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New trust law raises questions

Article Abstract:

The Managed Investments Bill, with its expected Jun 1998 passage, will change the way public investment funds and trusts operate. The major change will regulate the way trusts are managed. With the implementation of a Single Responsible Entity the role will be reduced from a manager and trustee to one person.

Management, Australia, Securities, Trusts and trustees, Trustees, Trusts (Law)

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A blanket from Ben

Article Abstract:

A lady recalls that her penchant for quilts once forced her to trick a dog into relinquishing his old blanket. At a garage sale she spotted the blanket from a distance, only to learn that the blanket belonged to a dog who was less than enthusiastic about parting with his blanket.

Personal narratives, Column, Quilts, Garage sales, Blankets

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