Archive for December, 2007

What is the health disadvantage to having extra melanin in your body?

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

Ava asked: For my biology class we get bonus points if we find out what the HEALTH disadvantage to having extra melanin (eumelanin) in the body is. I've searched everywhere and cannot find the answer. The only information I did find is cosmetological reasons for complications with laser surgery. But ...

Are health insurance premiums that I pay and are deducted from my paycheck paid with after-tax dollars?

Wednesday, December 19th, 2007

davidgherron asked: My health insurance is through my employer but I have to pay part of the premium and it is deducted from my paycheck each pay period. I am filing my taxes and am being asked if the premiums are paid for with after-tax dollars. Any answers?Create a video ...

Child health benefits for foreighners with temporay work permits in Ontario, Canada?

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

Onirbochonio asked: I got a postdoctoral fellowship in University of Toronto for two years. The job offer did not mention anything about benefits just about my yearly salary. Even the UT does not pay benefits for my kids, will Ontario government support any health related benefits for my family? I ...

What are the health benefits of eating whole wheat bread vs. white?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2007

Silver Tipped Wings asked: I am eating that kind of wheat bread, it is kind of sweet but really good. I am just wondering about the health benefits/differences between white bread and wheat bread. Looks like 100% whole wheat....We also bought other bread that has 7 whole wheats or something ...