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Better to cut down fats, rather than carbs, to lose weight
When it comes to losing weight, it’s better to reduce fats than carbs. A US study found that people lost weight when reducing carbs, but lost more weight when they reduced fats. xperts say the most effective diet is one […]
60% rise in diabetes: experts
Diabetes UK has warned that the number of people living with diabetes has soared 60 % for the past decade. That’s 3.3 million people in total, compared to 2.1 million in 2005. The inability to control the level of sugar […]
Maggi won’t be banned in India, but will undergo testing again before returning to shelves
The Indian court has struck down the government’s attempt to have Magi to be banned, but says it has to undergo some more testing before it can be verified as safe to be consumed. The Food Safety and Standards Authority […]
Lifestyle changed needed to avoid pregnancy-related diabetes
A Finish study has found that pregnant women who include diet, exercise and weight control counselling early in their pregnancy can lower their risk of getting diabetes. “Gestational diabetes and maternal obesity are both independently associated with adverse maternal and […]
A therapy method that challenges negative thinking
A new study has found an effective technique that challenges the negative thinking that is so common in depressed people. It is called the “Socratic questioning” and it involves people to challenge their negative thought patterns and think more positively. […]
How to nurture yourself back to mental relaxation
When it comes to mental relaxation, the Buddhists know a thing or two. Mindfulness, a form or meditation, helps you to mentally recharge by paying close attention to what you are feeing and sensing at every moment without putting judgement […]
Preliminary study finds Ebola vaccine 100 % effective
A vaccine which is 100 % successful in protecting Ebola has been developed, according to a preliminary studies. The World Health Organization (WHO) said the findings, being published in the Lancet, could be a “game-changer”. Experts said the results were […]
Margarine might be deadly
Beware, folks. Butter may not be deadly, but margarine is. Trans-fats, found in processed foods like margarine raises the risk of death by 34 %. “For years everyone has been advised to cut out fats,” said study lead author Doctor Russell de […]
Music soothes post-surgery pain
A new comprehensive study has found that patients who listens to music before and after their surgery are less likely to experience pain and anxiety. The study reviewed 70 clinical trials and involved nearly 7, 000 patients. It didn’t matter […]
Hormone therapy improves sex life of older women
For women who experience vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse, hormone therapy may just be the answer for a better sex life, say researchers. The therapy consists of VE, or vaginally administered estrogen (VE) which does not come with side […]
