Jun 1: A recent study has found that repeated exposure to a common anaesthesia drug early in life results in visual recognition memory impairment, which emerges after the first year of life and may persist long-term. The research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is among the first to address the question of whether repeated postnatal anaesthesia exposure, in and of itself, results...
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During Ramadan, suhoor is an essential part of fasting. It is a traditional act while also a really important way to maintain your energy levels throughout the day. Some of the superfoods listed here are going to release energy slowly throughout your body, in order to keep you feeling fuller for longer. Here is your guide to some of the best pre-dawn meals for you to enjoy, in order to stay...
May 26: Sleep deprivation is a long-term condition where you’ve been suffering from lack of sleep persistently over a period of time. It is not one episode of a late-night party but continues over days where one may not be able to get adequate amount of rest every night. This can lead to many health issues like high-stress levels, decreased metabolism, heart and kidney issues and a lack of general...
New Delhi, May 25: As it gears up for Mega Yoga Day celebrations, the government has plans to declare a hundred parks especially dedicated for yoga activities across the country to promote this traditional practice. Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow will host the main event of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21 this year where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate. Around 150...
May 24: Chocoholics take note: new research shows that eating chocolates can lower risks of developing irregular heartbeats, a condition that affects over 33 million people worldwide. Previous research has linked eating chocolates, especially dark chocolate, to improvements in heart health. Scientists, including those from Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health in the US, wanted to see if it may...
May 23: Ghee may look unhealthy but it is now one of the better option when it comes to cooking. A recent report by the Express Tribune lists down five reasons as to why we should use ghee more often in cooking: 1. It is less toxic than oil When cooking on high heat, ghee produces much less toxic compounds than vegetable and seed oils. According to a study, soybean produces more than ten times as...
May 23: If sweating is your problem with workouts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) researchers have a new solution to offer. They have designed a breathable workout suit that can keep the body cool and dry in the gym. The workout suit has ventilating flaps that open and close in response to the body’s heat and sweat, and can make one feel like, in the words of one of the researchers...
New Delhi, May 22: Air pollution has been linked to a number health problems. By reducing air pollution levels, the World Health Organisation (WHO) says countries can reduce the burden of disease from stroke, heart disease, lung cancer, and both chronic and acute respiratory diseases, including asthma. Now, researchers have linked air pollution to poor sleep, adding that greater exposure to...
New Delhi, May 19: The fact that obesity is a step toward long term health problems is not unknown. It can negatively affect most of your organs – especially the heart – make you vulnerable to diabetes, joint pains, arthritis, make it difficult for women during pregnancy – basically, impact your overall health. Obesity is one of the biggest problems at present, that is rapidly becoming a part of...
London, May 16: Looking to shed those extra kilos? If so, stop drinking that soda or other diet soft drinks that may cause people to pile on the pounds rather than lose weight, says a new study. According to researchers, many people turn to carbonated spring water and low-calorie fizzy pop, believing these to be a healthy alternative to sugary drinks or alcohol. However, researchers led by the...