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The findings add to the evidence that mechanisms related to sleep play an essential role in ensuring that the brain receives necessary repairs and continues to function correctly. It’s often said that having a sound sleep helps in rejuvenating the body. And now, a new research has put more emphasis on this subject. A team

Every year, the second Thursday of October is observed as World Sight Day to create awareness on vision impairment and blindness. Every year, the second Thursday of October is observed as Wold Sight Day to create awareness on vision impairment and blindness. Eyes are the most vital and delicate organ of the body, which is

Past studies show that competitive athletes in their 60s, 70s, 80s and even 90s tend to have more and healthier muscle mass, stronger hearts and much less body fat than non-athletes of the same age. Men and women who start running competitively when they are in their 50s can be as swift, lean and well-muscled

There are some surprising health benefits that come when the temperatures dip. Don't believe us? Read on. People often associate cold weather with sickness — temperatures drop, making it conducive for the cold virus to spread. Also known as the rhinovirus, it replicates inside the nasal cavity, giving us an itchy, runny nose. But, there

The study, published in the journal PNAS, noted that attention is associated with the outermost layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex, which was also linked to awareness, thoughts, memory, language, and consciousness. Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have found how a region in the brain plays a key role in

Popularly known as Singhara ka atta in India, it is a fruit that grows underwater. It is usually a winter fruit, however, its by-products especially the flour are available round the year. Water chestnut is an excellent fruit to have during hot summers and if you indulge in regular intermittent fasting. A water chestnut resembles

These findings suggest that vaping can cause significant changes to the inner lining of blood vessels, said study lead author Alessandra Caporale, a post-doctoral researcher at University of Pennsylvania. A single dose of e-cigarettes may be harmful to the body’s blood vessels — even when the vapour is entirely nicotine-free, a study claims. Smoking e-cigarettes,

If you have been struggling to get therapeutic sleep for a long time now, binging on these foods may help. Enjoying a good night’s sleep is very important for one’s overall health, and even helps maintain mental stability, keep productivity levels high, and lower stress levels. But today’s unhealthy lifestyle, stressful work culture, hectic schedules,

Fat cells trigger the growth of extra hormones and also causes cells in the body to divide faster. This, in turn, increases the chance of manufacturing cancerous cells in the body. For the longest time, smoking has been held as the primary cause of cancer. Now, according to a report in BBC, obesity can cause more

The research also demonstrated that statin users had a 23 per cent reduction in the risk of stroke, which is three times more likely in patients with mild dementia and seven times more likely in those with severe dementia. The use of statins is significantly associated with a reduction in the risk of mortality in

The study indicates that long-term exposure to particulate matter is associated with a higher prevalence of hypertension, regardless of the type of fuel used for cooking. Exposure to higher levels of indoor air pollution in India is associated with an increased risk of hypertension among women, according to a study. Researchers led by the Barcelona

From enhancing vision to aiding a well functioning thyroid and improving blood quality, jackfruit is loaded with health benefits. When we talk about mock meat, the go-to options are either soybeans, which is used extensively to make soya chaap, or jackfruit. While soybeans are known for its high protein content and is a good source

The study's takeaway message may be that regular sleep is important at any age for the best cognitive performance. Poor sleep quality and erratic bedtime may adversely affect the ability of older adults to recall information about past events, a study has found. Researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology in the US also found unexpected

The study, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, looked at the role that iron plays in 900 diseases, uncovering the impact of both low and high iron levels. People with high iron levels are not only protected against anaemia but are also less likely to have high cholesterol, according to a global study. The researchers

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), childhood obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century. The problem is global and the prevalence has increased at an alarming rate. Overweight four-year-olds have a doubled risk of high blood pressure by age six, raising the hazard of future heart attack

Given the popular belief that drinking cranberry juice is helpful against urinary tract infections, the researchers sought to find out more about the berry's molecular properties by treating various bacteria with a cranberry extract. Cranberry extracts can make disease-causing bacteria more sensitive to lower doses of antibiotics, according to a study that may help counter

While tobacco consumption in any form is harmful for everyone and can lead to various diseases including cancer, it is especially harmful for pregnant women as it exposes the mother and the unborn child to an increased risk of health problems.  Every year, May 31 is observed as World No Tobacco Day which aims to

The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, is the first to evaluate these unhealthy behaviours in patients with acute coronary syndromes. People who skip breakfast and eat dinner near bedtime may have worse outcomes after a heart attack, a study has warned. The study found that people with the two eating habits

India has the highest TB burden in the world, but in Kerala, the incidence is already down to 44 cases per 1,00,000 population. Kerala has started an ambitious plan to eliminate tuberculosis — if it succeeds, it will be the first state in the country to do so. India has the highest TB burden in

Scientists from the First Hospital of China Medical University, who published their results in the Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology, attempted to understand whether consuming these vegetables in greater quantity might prevent people from developing colorectal cancer. Onions and garlic, known for their intense flavours, are commonly used ingredients in Indian cuisine, and now a