Watch out! Bacteria can see like human beings
London, Feb 10 (IANS) It has taken scientists over 300 years to finally figure out how bacteria "see" their world, and they do it...
Targeting a protein might treat alcoholism
New York, Feb 12 (IANS) Targeting a protein might allow treatment of alcoholism and simultaneously prevent alcohol-induced heart and liver damage, a new study...
Quit smoking as it won’t make you shed fat
New York, April 7 (IANS) Even as the idea that smoking helps control weight is baseless, women smokers who believe so are less likely...
Why Britons are losing out on sex
London, Aug 6 (IANS) The pressure of having “amazing sex” tonight has actually left many Britons without action between the sheets for a month,...
Exposure to airborne ultrasound can trigger health problems
London, Jan 20 (IANS) Increasing exposure to airborne ultrasound in locations such as railway stations, museums, libraries, schools and sports stadiums can lead to...
Hormone deficiency in brain may cause binge eating
New York, July 24 (IANS) Absence of an hormone in the brain may trigger overeating behaviour in people who eat for pleasure rather than...
Effects of stress on skin and hair
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Leading a stressful life? Unfortunately, it shows on your skin and hair, says an expert.
Pankaj Chaturvedi, dermatologist and specialist...
High cholesterol stops vitamin E from reaching tissues
New York, March 13 (IANS) High cholesterol and triglycerides levels in the body can prevent the essential vitamin E from reaching the tissues that...
Same sex marriage to improve health: Experts
Washington, June 28 (IANS) The historic US Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage could improve the health of gay, lesbian and bisexual people, says...
Compound in broccoli slows cancer cell growth: Study
New York, Feb 14 (IANS) A compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables has been found to slow the growth of breast cancer...
