25 May 2013
Potatoes may be one of the best superfoods
Washington: A new study shows that potatoes are one of the best nutritional values in the produce aisle, providing one of the better nutritional values per penny than most other raw vegetables and delivering one of the most affordable source…
Washington: Consuming coffee regularly could reduce risk of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) - an autoimmune liver disease - a research has shown. PSC is an inflammatory disease of the bile ducts that results in inflammation and subsequent fibrosis that can…
06 May 2013
Want to keep stress at bay? Join a laughter club
New Delhi: As dawn breaks, a group of men and women standing in a circle in a neighbouring park twirl their arms in the air, waddle like penguins and start laughing. They are part of an increasing number of people…
06 May 2013
6 steps to prevent skin cancer
Washington: In observance of May`s Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) has provided tips for prevention and early detection. When left untreated, melanoma is the most dangerous and aggressive form of skin cancer, accounting for…
29 April 2013
Seven golden rules to live longer revealed
London: A few simple changes to diet and lifestyle can protect you against a string of killer diseases and add years to your life, a landmark study has shown. Following seven golden rules not only cut the risk of dying…
27 April 2013
Fertility yoga developed for women trying to conceive
Washington: A yoga instructor has claimed that the popular practice, which has long been praised for helping people improve their flexibility and core strength, can also be used to help women conceive. Sherry Longbottom, a registered nurse and yoga instructor,…
25 April 2013
Mangoes may help cut blood sugar, cancer risk
Washington: Consumption of mangoes may potentially have a positive effect on blood sugar in obese individuals and help to limit inflammation, according to a new research. The study led by Edralin Lucas, Ph.D., associate professor of nutritional sciences at Oklahoma…
25 April 2013
Health benefits of eggs revealed
Washington: Consumption of whole eggs can be a part of a heart healthy diet, even in those with existing coronary heart disease, a new study has found. Research from Yale University explored the impact of daily whole egg consumption in…
23 April 2013
Yoga, hot shower can help you get a good night’s sleep
Melbourne: People, who practice yoga, have sex and hot shower give themselves the best chance of having a good night`s sleep, a study has claimed. The ReDormin Sleep Study found that doing yoga can increase a person`s sleep by 64…
23 April 2013
Papaya could help lower heart attack risk
Karachi: A group of students from University of Karachi has explored health benefits of papaya and discovered some facts about the delicious tropical fruit, including its usage in lowering chances of heart attack and controlling diabetes. During the research, final…
20 April 2013
Vibrating fork to combat obesity makes its debut
Washington: An electronic fork that vibrates when you eat too fast went on sale on Kickstarter with its French inventors claiming it can help combat obesity and digestive issues. Those who contribute at least $89 on the crowd-funding website will…
18 April 2013
Aerobic exercise can curb hunger: study
Aerobic exercise that involves vertical movements of the body such as rope-skipping can curb feelings of hunger and fatty food cravings, a new study has found. In the study published in the journal Appetite, researchers set to find out whether…
