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Scientific experts: Sugar intake ‘should be halved’
A committee of scientists has advised the government to halve the current recommended daily intake of sugar. Nutrition experts say no more than 5% of daily calories should come from added sugar – about seven teaspoons. Most people consume at […]
Obesity: ‘Slim chance’ of return to normal weight
The chance of returning to a normal weight after becoming obese is only one in 210 for men and one in 124 for women over a year, research suggests. For severe obesity, shedding excess weight in a year is even […]
Magnetic pulses may ease ringing in the ears
People with tinnitus – a ringing or other “phantom” sounds in their ears – may benefit from a treatment that sends electromagnetic pulses into the brain, suggests a new study. Transcranial magnetic simulation (TMS) is not currently available for the […]
Ramadan health: Hydration is key
Even as the month of Ramadan approaches its end, those fasting need to practice caution. Over the course of the month, the body’s organs enter into a journey of maintenance and healing, as does the mind. Fasting for nearly 15 […]
Singapore develops new cancer drug
SINGAPORE- Scientists in Singapore have developed a new cancer drug, according to a press release by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and Duke- National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School (Duke-NUS) on Thursday. The drug, ETC-159, is […]
Marijuana contains a special compund that heals bone fractures, builds stronger bones
Use of cannabinoid drugs to combat osteoporosis and other bone-related diseases may come into play in the near future. A component in marijuana can significantly help heal bone fractures, according to a new study. According to the research at Tel […]
Women are likelier to suffer three times more from migraines than men
One of the top 20 most disabling medical illnesses in the world, migraine, remain extremely common, affecting more than 36 million people in the United States alone and nearly three times as more women than men. A Canadian study by […]
Indian researchers cook up low-fat ghee
NEW DELHI – Scientists in India have developed a low-fat version of ghee that cuts the cholesterol content by 85 per cent in a move that could give a much-needed boost to fitness levels, a senior researcher said Thursday. Ghee, […]
Does mindfulness boost the mental health of teenagers?
Nearly 6,000 British school children are to take part in a major trial designed to assess whether mindfulness training for teenagers can improve their mental health. Mindfulness is based on the idea of being more aware of the present by […]
Beriberi Disease
What is Beriberi Disease? Beriberi is a disease caused due to deficiency of thiamine. Thiamine or vitamin B1 is a water-soluble vitamin, which acts as a coenzyme for several metabolic pathways. The recommended daily intake of vitamin B1 is 1.2 […]
