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Popular noodle brand Maggi withdrawn from supermarket shelves in India
Food group Nestle has withdrawn Maggi noodles from sale in India due to “an environment of confusion for consumers”, following a food scare sparked by reports of excess lead in some packets of the popular instant snack. Nestle reiterated the […]
How body fat has influence on a person’s brain
Energy levels in the brain are controlled by an enzyme released by fat tissues in the body, reports a study conducted on mice at the Washington University School of Medicine, St Louis. This highlights the importance of fat tissue in […]
US man has first skull and scalp transplant
The first skull and scalp transplant has been performed in a 15-hour operation, say doctors in the US. James Boysen, who is 55 and from Texas, was missing the whole of the crown of his head after treatment for a […]
No evidence that eating placenta post-birth has benefits
Eating one’s own placenta after giving birth may be trendy but there is no scientific evidence that women derive any benefits from it, researchers said Thursday. A review of 10 previously published studies showed no “human or animal data to […]
South Korea grapples to contain MERS as 1,369 in quarantine
The World Health Organization warned that the MERS outbreak in South Korea is likely to grow, as the number of people under quarantine crept up to 1,369 on Wednesday. The Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed five new […]
5 simple moves to eliminate low back pain for good
Chronic low back pain, which affects millions of Americans each year, is often caused by a sedentary lifestyle and/or heavy use, which might sound a little like you’re damned if you do, and you’re damned if you don’t. But you’re not! There are many […]
How to Pick, Prep, and Cook with Okra
Pick Look for okra that is bright green in color without blemishes or dark spots. Check that pods are pliable, but firm. The smaller the okra, the more tender, so choose pods 3 to 4 inches in length, advises Erin […]
Haemophilia 101
Dr YLM explains a condition whereby blood clotting doesn’t happen. I’ve heard about haemophilia and the fact that it is a genetic disease. What is haemophilia? Haemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder that is passed through the X chromosome. Everyone […]
Recover faster from your workout with vitamin E
Long established as a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is important for the membrane that envelops your muscle cells, promoting proper healing from the natural tears that take place when you exercise, according to a new study. “Every cell in your […]
Swedish fathers to receive three months of paid paternity leave from 2016
The Swedish government to introduce a third month of paid paternity leave for fathers as of next year to increase gender equality. Sweden offers a generous 16-month parental leave which can be taken by either mothers or fathers, with two […]
