Novel Liver Hormone Cuts Cravings for Sweets, Alcohol
Washington, Dec 25 (IANS) In a good news for those who cannot shun their drink and also have “sweet tooth”, scientists have discovered for the first time a liver hormone that works via brain to…
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Uptick in Cosmetic Surgeries Linked to Social Media
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) There has been a sharp increase in the number of youngsters undergoing cosmetic surgeries just because they want to look better on social media platforms, doctors said. About 40 percent…
Mufti Sayeed Admitted in Delhi’s AIIMS, is ‘Absolutely Fine’
Srinagar/Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed was on Thursday flown to New Delhi and admitted in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for treatment. A state government spokesman…
New Biological Mechanism That Causes Cancer Found
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) In a landmark study, researchers have found that unusual changes in the instructions for how the genome folds up on itself could be a completely new biological mechanism that underlies…
Marijuana Derivative Can Safely Reduce Epilepsy Seizures
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) A medical marijuana derivative was found safe and effective in reducing the frequency of seizures in most children and young adults enrolled in a year-long study led by epilepsy specialists…
No Size-Zero Funda for Priyanka Chopra
Mumbai: Actress Priyanka Chopra during the promotion of her upcoming film Bajirao Mastani in Mumbai on Nov 28, 2015. (Photo: IANS) New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) At a time when her cousin Parineeti Chopra sparked…
Is Ebola Virus One-Up Against Bats?
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) Ebola virus and bats have been waging a molecular battle for survival that may have started at least 25 million years ago, revealed a new study led by an Indian-origin…
Gujarat, Goa Lead in Buying Sexual Wellness Products
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) People in states like Gujarat, Goa, Bihar and Kerala lead in the purchase of sexual wellness products in the country, according to a new study. Gujarat leads in the number…
Hepatitis C Infection May Increase Parkinson’s Risk
Taipei, Dec 24 (IANS) Hepatitis C, a liver infection caused by a virus, may increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, a common degenerative brain disorder. “Many factors clearly play a role in the development…
Music Therapy Helps Recovery from Respiratory Disorders
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) Music therapy can increase an effectiveness of standard rehabilitation that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic respiratory disorders receive, said a new study. COPD is a…
Rapper King Louie Shot at, Recovering
Chicago, Dec 24 (IANS) Chicago rapper King Louie was reportedly shot in the head in the city’s Southwest Side Ashburn neighbourhood. He is alive and recovering. The incident took place on Wednesday, reports hollywoodreporter.com. The…
Low Vitamin D Levels Don’t Worsen Sleep Apnea
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) Contradicting common perception, researchers have found that low levels of vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin”, does not cause or worsen sleep apnea. Sleep apnea causes repeated awakenings…
Saliva Can Reveal Risk Of Early Death
London, Dec 24 (IANS) Lower levels of antibodies in saliva are associated with an elevated risk of mortality and could be an early indicator of risk, researchers from University of Birmingham have found. The team…
Charlie Sheen Dreams to Discover HIV Cure
Los Angeles, Dec 24 (IANS) Actor Charlie Sheen, who is HIV-positive, says he was so angry that he contracted the disease that he told his mother that he would “discover a cure” for it. “I…
Try Pole Fitness for a Perfect You
Los Angeles, Dec 24 (IANS) Christmas and New Year can be pretty tough for fitness fanatics with lots of partying. Try fitness using a pole to stay in shape. Pole fitness combines dance, strength training,…
J&K CM Mufti Muhammad Sayeed in Delhi AIIMS for Treatment (Lead)
Srinagar/Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed was on Thursday flown to New Delhi and admitted in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for treatment. State government sources said…
Electronic Toys Affect Language Used During Infants’ Playtime
New York, Dec 24 (IANS) Does your toddler play with electronic toys that produce lights, words and songs? A new study warns that children playing with electronic toys get to make less use of language…
Psychiatric Symptoms Could Be Sign Of Brain Tumour
London, Dec 23 (IANS) Psychiatric symptoms such as depression, mania, hallucinations, anxiety disorders and anorexia nervosa, even without any neurological signs, may be signs of a brain tumour, according to doctors who treated a woman…
Pigmentation Problem? Use Potatoes, Lemons
New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) Pigmentation, freckles, dark spots and uneven skin tone are a few skin problems everyone faces but using potatoes and papaya can help in a big way as they provide cell…
Seven Activities to Reduce Heart Failure Risk
New York, Dec 23 (IANS) Seven measures that people can use to rate their heart health and take steps to improve it are managing blood pressure, controlling cholesterol, reducing blood sugar, getting physically active, eating…