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...
Chewing gum may adversely affect digestive system
Chewing gum may adversely affect digestive system
New York, Feb 20 (IANS) Chronic exposure to a common food additive found in everything from chewing gum...
Early periods may up gestational diabetes risk
Early periods may up gestational diabetes risk
Sydney, March 6 (IANS) Girls who start their first period at age 11 or younger are 50 per...
Why we avoid taking stairs
Toronto, July 10 (IANS) Close proximity of a staircase to an escalator that seems so much faster and more convenient discourage people from making...
Smoking causes one in 10 deaths worldwide: Study
Smoking causes one in 10 deaths worldwide: Study
London, April 6 (IANS) Smoking causes one in 10 deaths worldwide, half of them in just four...
Job strain linked to mental health sick leave
London, July 20 (IANS) High job demands combined with low levels of social support at work put employees, especially women, at increased risk of...
Cinnamon may cut risk of heart disease
Cinnamon may cut risk of heart disease
New York, May 7 (IANS) Consuming cinnamon -- a spice used in both sweet and savoury foods --...
How accurate is your fitness tracker?
How accurate is your fitness tracker?
New York, May 25 (IANS) Your fitness tracker may accurately measure the heart rate but may misguide you on...
Omega-3 fatty acids good for cancer patients: Study
Washington, July 28 (IANS) Adding omega-3 fatty acids to the anti-tumour medications may improve treatment response and quality of life for cancer patients, says...
Bees naturally immunize their babies
New York, Aug 2 (IANS) Bees naturally immunize their offspring against specific diseases found in environment and for them the process may be as...
