Washington, Apr 1 : A drug commonly used for treating alcoholism and drug addiction has been found to curb the compulsive behaviour of kleptomaniacs, say researchers.

The research team from the Medical School''s Department of Psychiatry has found that drug Naltrexone significantly reduced kleptomaniacs urge to steal.

During the study, the researchers conducted an eight-week, double-blind trial among 25 men and women ages 17-75, who spent an average of at least one hour a week stealing.

Washington, April 1 : Halle Berry revealed her experimental side when she guzzled down a shot of her own perfume.

The stunning star was offered a drink of her new scent, Halle by Halle Berry by TV chat show host Ellen Degeneres.

Degeneres first gulped a shot of the vanilla and sandalwood mix with ice before Berry cleaned the glass, reports Contactmusic.

DeGeneres joked: "It smells good, what''s in it...? It''s pretty much natural, right?"

Washington, April 1 : Actress Whoopi Goldberg will be treated live on U. S. TV to cure her of her fear of flying.

The actress has not flown for a decade due to her fear.

However, now, she is all set to undergo a special course on her talk show The View on Wednesday, which will prepare her to step on a plane once again.

Virgin Atlantic boss Sir Richard Branson is associated with the project.

During the therapy, Goldberg will have to ride in a flight simulator to help conquer her fears.

The actress is dreading the experience.

Washington, Apr 1 : Vegetarians may have a healthier diet, but they are at an increased risk of having eating disorders, say researchers.

Researchers from at University of Minnesota, University of Texas and St. John's University have revealed that while vegetarians tend to eat healthier diets and are less likely than non-vegetarians to be overweight or obese, they may be at increased risk for binge eating with loss of control

In addition, former vegetarians may be at increased risk for extreme unhealthful weight-control behaviours.

Washington, Apr 1 : While women are often considered the weaker sex, a Tel Aviv University study has offered scientific evidence to show that it's the other way round.

The study has shown that male baby comes with a bigger package of associated risks than his female counterparts.