Q: Hi. I am a 26-year-old girl and I’m a little fat. I heard that obesity can affect a man’s sex life by giving him erectile dysfunction. I also don't feel like having sex. Is it because I am fat?
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A new study by US researchers shows that children living with married parents are less likely to be obese. ‘Childhood obesity is a significant public health issue in our country with nearly one-third of all US children aged …
'Diabesity' is in the news with a study being conducted by the BLK superspeciality hopsital in association with the University of Dresden in germany and the Beijing Genomics Institute of China. With this study, they'd like to …
A study will be conducted across India to explore better therapy to control the double-barrel menace of diabetes coupled with obesity, doctors said on Thursday. ‘We have found that Indian population is predisposed to obesity …
A new study has shown that marijuana smokers may have better control of their blood sugar, are skinnier and less likely to get diabetes than non-marijuana users! Anyone who has seen habitual users will attest to the fact that …
When anyone thinks of a heart attack, we all think of pain in the chest and down the left arm. But did you know that you could suffer from a heart attack and not even know it? Known as a ‘silent heart attack’, the phenomenon …
Amrita Sinha, aged 26 years, a law researcher from Delhi can’t imagine a single day without a burger and French fries. This is her staple diet. Welcome to the world of ever growing food addicts. Next time before you bite into …
Families of chubby youngsters, beware! Men who turn obese in their early 20s are significantly less likely to reach their middle age, a new study published in the British Medical Journal has suggested. Also such youngsters are …
In my professional work specializing in female sexual dysfunction, low libido or low sexual desire is very common. For some women, they have never felt an interest in sex, and for others they have seen a change over a period of …
According to a study, web-based programmes are the new effective measures in weight loss and weight management. Weight loss is a topic of concern for nearly 36 percent of Americans who are considered obese. There are many …
From that 3pm trip to the snack machine to those evenings curled up on the sofa with your favourite treat, we all know the major culprits when it comes to gaining weight. However, the reasons why you’re struggling to keep off …
How drinking tea is good for you
Tea has long been an institution, with millions of cups supped each day, making it an unlikely staple of modern-day living. But now it seems that green tea and even the humble brew could also …
Now a study has zoned in on 7pm on Sunday as the time when most people are likely to comfort eat and break their dietary regime. The study also found that other high-risk unhealthy hours was between 3pm and 5 pm, while the …
Genes may be responsible for laziness, says an American study. New research from the University of Missouri suggests certain genetic traits may predispose people to being more or less motivated to exercise and remain active. …
