Forgotten benefits of breast milk for the newborn
Forgotten benefits of breast milk for the newborn
By Rekha Babu
Breast milk is recommended as the first source of nutrition for a newborn. It...
Could a cholesterol-lowering drug treat Parkinson’s?
London, Jan 11 (IANS) In their quest to find new treatments that could slow, stop or reverse Parkinson's disease, a progressive neurological condition that...
BHU to host fair on Indian systems of medicine
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) A large number of research institutes as well as 80 private organisations are expected to participate in 'Arogya', a...
Papaya, tomato, honey help remove skin tan during summer
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Use cucumber and rose water to remove the unwanted tan or opt for a tomato, yogurt and lemon juice...
Malaria first spread from birds: Study
New York, March 25 (IANS) Malaria, a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through mosquitoe bites, started out as a...
Depression does not lead to violent behaviour
New York, April 27 (IANS) Contrary to popular perception, people suffering from depression may not be more prone to commit violent acts in the...
Breastfeeding may cut mother’s heart attack risk
Breastfeeding may cut mother's heart attack risk
London, June 22 (IANS) Breastfeeding may reduce a mother's heart attack and stroke risk later in life, according...
Novel drug may prevent vaginal, oral transmission of HIV
Novel drug may prevent vaginal, oral transmission of HIV
New York, Aug 2 (IANS) Researchers have demonstrated the effectiveness of a new anti-HIV drug that...
Long-term memory test may help
Long-term memory test may help early diagnosis of Alzheimer's
London, June 3 (IANS) A test to identify long-term memory loss is likely to provide an...
Hormonal changes may affect decision making in women
Hormonal changes may affect decision making in women
Toronto, Sep 23 (IANS) Hormonal changes that women experience throughout their menstrual cycles can have significant effects...