Genes behind lung disease in smokers decoded
London, Sep 28 (IANS) British researchers have discovered six independent genetic variants associated with lung health and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) -- revealing...
Quit smoking to offset arthritis risk: Study
Quit smoking to offset arthritis risk: Study
New York: Long-term smoking cessation in women was associated with a lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) compared...
Dogs bond with humans like babies
London, April 19 (IANS) The "mutual gaze" between dogs and their owners can lead to a bond that is similar to the one between...
How walnuts can help control appetite
How walnuts can help control appetite
New York, Aug 17 (IANS) Consuming walnuts activates an area in the brain associated with regulating hunger and craving...
Copper film can detect glucose levels from body sweat
Copper film can detect glucose levels from body sweat
Sydney, Sep 26 (IANS) Managing diabetes could become much cheaper and simpler as researchers in Australia...
Higher calcium levels may predict heart disease
Higher calcium levels may predict heart disease
New York: Specks of calcium in the heart's artery walls could signal early risk of cardiovascular disease, particularly...
Sugary drinks up non-alcoholic fatty liver disease risk
New York, June 7 (IANS) Drinking sugar-sweetened beverage daily may increase the risk for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), says a study.
NAFLD is characterised...
Scientists discover a new human organ
Scientists discover a new human organ
London, Jan 4 (IANS) Irish scientists have recently identified a new human organ that has existed in the digestive...
New gene discovery could improve wheat production
New York, Sep 5 (IANS) Researchers have discovered a new wheat gene that helps the plant adapt to different climates and maximise grain production.
The...
Why sindoor in your bindi may be bad for babies
Why sindoor in your bindi may be bad for babies
New York, Sep 20 (IANS) Sindoor, a red powder used during Hindu religious and cultural...
