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Sit more and Die Early
A new study has found that the more time people spent sitting down, the greater their risk of death.
McDonald's, Burger King now 'serving healthier foods
WASHINGTON: McDonald's, Burger King and Wendy's are some of the fast food chains moving towards healthier foods, as per a new study.
One shot solution for diabetes soon
There may be a new hope for India’s more than 40 million diabetics, many of whom have to inject themselves with insulin a number of times during the in order to manage their disease.
H1N1 virus provides clues to universal flu vaccine
The swine flu strain that set off the latest pandemic could do some good too. This 2009 H1N1 virus might, scientists say, hold the key to a universal flu vaccine.
Botox found to alleviate excruciating nerve pain
Botox – popular for its ability to smooth wrinkles when injected into the face, may have another use that goes beyond the cosmetic, say Johns Hopkins researchers.
Men More Affected than Woman by Ups and Downs of Relationships
Contrary to popular belief, men are more affected by a rocky relationship than their female counterparts, according to new research from Wake Forest University.
Heart-dead patient gives life to another
Ahmedabad: A rare feat in the world of transplantation sciences in the country was accomplished by Dr Pranjal Modi and his team from the GR Doshi and KM Mehta Institute of Kidney Diseases & Research C
Allergy can prevent cancer, say studies
People suffering from allergy are far less likely to contract cancer than others, according to two studies.
Diabetes' patients at higher colon cancer risk
Older women with diabetes face a more than doubled risk for some types of colorectal cancer, according to a new research.
How to tackle emotional eating
Many people treat themselves with their favourite chocolate bars, or ice cream after returning home from a hard day at work, completely ignoring the fact that they are on a diet.
Too Little, Too Much Sleep Linked To Premature Death
Too little or too much sleep, that is sleeping less or more than 6 to 8 hours on average, is linked to premature death says a new study that pooled data on more than 1.3 million participants worldwide
Obesity gene can shrink the brain
Washington, DC: The obesity gene, which is carried by over half of all people in the US with European ancestry, is also associated with a loss of brain tissue, say researchers.
Fast food culture making people impatient
A new study has shown that eating fast food makes people impatient even when they are not short of time.
Avoid junk food during pregnancy!
Pregnant women who gorge on junk food could be putting themselves at an increased risk of breast cancer that is passed down generations, say researchers.
In Gujarat, 60% males are tobacco addicts
Gandhinagar: In Gujarat, 60% males and 8.4% females are addicted to tobacco in one way or another.
