Category: Education
New Chinese herbal medicine could help treat Hepatitis C
Scientists have revealed that a new Chinese herbal medicine could the significant potential of treating Hepatitis C. The researchers have found that a new compound, SBEL1, which has been isolated from Chinese herbal medicines, has the ability to inhibit hepatitis […]
Driving with a cold is like drunken driving
Driving when you feel groggy with a heavy cold can be as hazardous as drunken driving, because of slow reaction times, says a study. Drivers having a heavy cold not only take longer to stop a car but also drive […]
Junk food makes you lazy
A diet rich in processed foods and fat — and the extra weight that comes along with it — may actually cause fatigue, a lack of motivation and decreased performance, according to a recent study involving lab rats. A study […]
Truth behind protein myths
Many of us believe that consuming animal products is the only way to ensure enough protein in our diet. But is that true? Protein is a very important part of our diet, as it consists of the 20 amino acids […]
Green tomatoes for muscular body
All of us love to eat red tomatoes but as unlikely as it sounds, green tomatoes may hold the answer to bigger, stronger muscles. Natural compound from green tomatoes stimulates muscle growth, improves muscle strength and endurance and protects against […]
Can sugar cause cancer?
A recent research suggests that excessive intake of sugar leads to cancer. While the link between these two are unmistakable, one needs to go beyond simple correlations to understand it fully. Sugar feeds every cell in the body, even cancer […]
Smoking after waking up may cause lung cancer
A new study has warned that smoking a cigarette immediately after waking up in the morning may increase the risk of developing lung or oral cancer. The researchers found that the people who consume cigarettes immediately after waking have higher […]
‘Love hormone’ could lead to dishonesty
Love hormone plays a key role in the development of trust and loving bonds but a recent study suggests that those exposed to the hormone may also become more prone to lying, particularly in a setting where it may benefit […]
Ganja smokers more prone to allergies
Allergists are finding that the illicit plant can cause allergic rhinitis (hayfever), conjunctivitis (pink eye), skin rashes and asthmatic symptoms when smoked, inhaled or chewed. Spring has sprung, and allergy sufferers are facing an onslaught of allergens: pollen, grasses, ragweed… […]
Could mobile phones cause erectile dysfunction?
Study indicate that intensive daily exposure to a switched-on mobile phone could be linked to erectile dysfunction. Is there a link between carrying around a switched-on mobile phone and impotence? Possibly, according to a recent study. Mobile phones have been […]
