Sex good for health of species
Toronto, Jan 13 (IANS) Researchers from the University of Toronto have found that species which reproduce sexually rather than asexually are healthier over time...
First lethal fight between female orangutans witnessed
London, Feb 4 (IANS) For the first time, researchers have witnessed a fatal flight among primates in which a female orangutan recruited a male...
Sniffing and gasping can prevent fainting
London, Oct 18 (IANS) Do you often feel weak, and sweat or have visual disturbances while standing up quickly? Sniff or gasp to prevent...
Maternal obesity may affect biological age of children
Maternal obesity may affect biological age of children
London, Oct 18 (IANS) Higher body mass index (BMI) in women before pregnancy can lead to shorter...
Decoded: How melatonin promotes sleep
Decoded: How melatonin promotes sleep
New York, May 17 (IANS) Researchers, led by one of Indian-origin, have found that the melatonin hormone promotes sleep by...
Coffee compounds can help combat Parkinson’s: Study
Coffee compounds can help combat Parkinson’s: Study
New York: Combining two compounds found in coffee can act as therapeutic against Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body...
Go for essential oils for healthier skin
Go for essential oils for healthier skin
New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Essential oils like jojoba oil and Calendula extract can not only have wonderful...
No other way out: We need to early diagnose TB and treat with drugs...
It may sound rhetorical but some of the 'absolute must' steps for progressing towards ending tuberculosis (TB) are to early and accurately diagnose TB...
Prolonged sitting may raise cancer risk in women
New York, July 14 (IANS) Spending more leisure time sitting is linked with 10 percent higher risk of cancer, including breast and ovarian cancers...
Factors that put mentally ill at risk of violent behaviour
New York, March 2 (IANS) Researchers have identified three risk factors that make adults with mental illness more likely to engage in violent behaviour.
These...
