Homeopathy drugs for AIDS from snake venom, HIV Virus
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Scientific research into possible medicines for the dreaded AIDS disease from the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) itself and even...
High BP linked to reduced Alzheimer’s risk
Washington, June 27 (IANS) People with a genetic tendency to high blood pressure (BP) have a lower risk for Alzheimer's disease, a new study...
Indian-origin student ups mental health awareness in the US
Washington, Sep 10 (IANS) An Indian-origin student from North Carolina State University has been raising awareness among students, faculty and administrators about mental health...
Rough socio-economic milieu causes premature ageing
Washington, June 21 (IANS) People who live in neighbourhoods with high crime, noise and vandalism are biologically more than a decade older than those...
Diabetes may weaken immunity
New York, Aug 7 (IANS) People with uncontrolled diabetes may find it hard to control infections as high blood sugar can unleash destructive molecules...
Cranberry juice may protect against killer diseases
New York, June 30 (IANS) Drinking low-calorie cranberry juice cocktail may help lower the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes and stroke,...
Summer break promotes ‘obesity’ in kids
New York, July 15 (IANS) Children on summer break consume more sugar, watch more television, and eat fewer vegetables than the rest of the...
Sex development disorder affects peer relationships
Toronto, Aug 14 (IANS) Besides confronting physical challenges, children born with disorders of sex development (DSD) may also find it more difficult than their...
Chilli peppers can prevent liver damage
London, April 23 (IANS) Daily consumption of capsaicin, the active compound of chilli peppers, can have a beneficial effect on liver damage, scientists reveal.
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How aggression can change your brain
New York, Feb 6 (IANS) Aggression can lead to generation of new nerve cells in the brain and also change the activity of existing...
