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Size zero more important than health for young women

August 14, 2012
A new study has found that college going women prefer counting calories and looks over health. The study concentrated on how such women view their bodies and how they feel about ads aimed at women. "During our focus group …

New stem cell therapy promising for post injury arthritis

August 13, 2012
A new study has found a promising stem cell therapy to prevent osteoarthritis after joint injury. Osteoarthritis is a condition classified by  painful and stiff joints. Injuring a joint greatly raises the odds of getting a form …

Stressed men prefer larger women

August 11, 2012
Thinking about losing weight? Think again. A new study has shown that men who are stressed prefer larger women when compared to their skinny counterparts. Usually men prefer younger- looking  and slim women in happier times, but …

Now a blood test to detect Alzeimer’s

August 10, 2012
Now Alzheimer’s may be detectable through an easy blood test. A new study  has shown that a blood test is in the offing to detect Alzheimer's disease.  "Reliability and failure to replicate initial results have been the …

Human antibodies against flu virus identified

August 10, 2012
A new study has identified three human antibodies that are effective against flu B virus strains. The same team had earlier reported finding antibodies against flu A strains. The isolation of these antibodies paves the way for …

UN and World Bank to collectively address global challenges

August 10, 2012
The UN and World Bank have agreed to join hands in conquering global challenges including sustainable development, health and education. In his meeting with Kim Jim Yong, new president of the World Bank, UN Secretary General Ban …

Could sleeping pills be making your insomnia worse?

August 10, 2012
Sleeping pills may not be an answer to relieve insomnia. According to experts sleeping pills can be ‘counter productive’ and offer no real benefit in treating insomnia.  "Most people who take hypnotic (sleep inducing) …

Health benefits of turkey

November 20, 2012
Traditionally turkey has never really been part of Indian dietary habits. However, with the advent of supermarkets and turkey farming initiatives there has been a rise in turkey consumption in India. Why try turkey? Most …

Flat abs without sit-ups or crunches! (Video)

November 20, 2012
Ever looked at those leggy models and wondered how they got those wash board abs? We will tell you how. There are some really easy and DIY at-home techniques to get flat and well toned abs. All you need to do is to keep at it …

Shaving Basics: Aftercare (Video)

August 9, 2012
Whether you have sensitive skin or are the rough-and-tough kind, shaving is something most men have to resort to at some point. Shaving is an art and having the best products and resources may not be enough to avoid those shaving …

Could your teenager be malnourished?

October 19, 2012
Worried about your teenager’s diet? Here is a bit of information for you. A new study has found that due to lack of certain nutrients in their diet adolescence have shown a lower standard of physical health.  Because nutrition …

Now scientists can predict whether teenagers will become heavy drinkers!

August 9, 2012
Want to know if your teenager will be a heavy drinker later in life? Now a new study has found that specific patterns of brain activity can tell which teenagers are at risk of becoming problem drinkers later on. Using special MRI …

Bollywood actresses’ fitness secrets

November 20, 2012
  Bipasha Basu: One of the fittest actresses in Bollywood, we are certain her ex-beau John Abraham’s fitness mania rubbed off on her. The Bong girl is a fitness freak and has different training routines for each day of the …

Fasting best way to quit smoking: Pakistani expert

August 6, 2012
According to a Pakistani doctor, fasting helps people to quit smoking. He says that  along with a bundle of blessings, fasting during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan also helps people quit the bad habit of smoking.  Fasting …