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Changing all blood types to O possible?
Blood types differ because of an extra sugar molecule bound to the surface of blood cells. People who are type A have one kind, B another and AB both. Blood type O people have neither. That is the reason why people with […]
More Germans substituting sausages with soya amidst health concerns
Germans, known for their love of sausages, are eating less meat and more vegetarian food as concerns grow about health, animal welfare and the environmental cost of livestock farming. Meat consumption is stable or declining in most developed countries but […]
A way to banish hunger pangs found
After two decades of research, a Boston-based team has demonstrated how to activate a brain circuit to banish hunger, making dieting a breeze. “One reason that dieting is so difficult is because of the unpleasant sensation arising from a persistent […]
Bullying more harmful to mental health than child abuse
Children who are bullied by their peers may be more likely to suffer mental health problems later in life than kids who are abused by adults, a study suggests. Previous research has linked physical, emotional and sexual abuse during childhood […]
Genetic testing in workplace may become reality in the future
Your employer may one day help determine if your genes are why your jeans have become too snug. Big companies are considering blending genetic testing with coaching on nutrition and exercise to help workers lose weight and improve their health […]
Socio and psychological problems due to alcohol may lead to mortality
Cutting down on social or sports activities because of drinking is linked to a higher risk of death than by physically hazardous drinking behavior, claims a new study. The study involving some 40,000 people indicated that social and psychological problems […]
What to eat for better nails
The strength of nails is majorly determined by one’s genes. However, a healthy and balanced diet is necessary for overall health and the general well-being of the nails as well. * Fish: Fish is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids […]
Instant self-test HIV kit on sale in Britain
Britain’s first legally-approved HIV self-testing kit went on sale online on Monday, promising a result in just 15 minutes with a 99.7% accuracy rate. Developers hope the BioSure HIV Self Test will help identify the estimated 26,000 people in Britain […]
FDA warns about another illegal stimulant in supplements
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning companies to stop selling dietary supplements that include a stimulant known as DMBA, the latest in a series of moves to clamp down on potentially dangerous weight-loss and body-building products. In an […]
China’s approach in combatting malaria applauded
On the occasion of World Malaria Day on April 25, experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Roll Back Malaria Partnership (RBM) hailed China’s role in fighting against malaria. China is the biggest producer of the drug artemisinin, […]
