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Health benefits of Oregano
This culinary spice that is widely used as a preservative is packed with numerous nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fibre and omega-3 fatty acids. Apart from enhancing the taste of foods and beverages, oregano also has many health benefits, here are […]
New laser technology for wrinkles and fine lines
Those who hate needles can rejoice, for the laser technology PicoSure, already used for tattoo removal and for reshaping acne scars, has received FDA clearance to treat wrinkles and fine lines. Clinical studies reported a patient satisfaction rate of 84 […]
Common cold virus has become more resilient
A new variant of cold refuses to budge. Medics say lingering sniffles is due to a mutating virus. The common cold is a great equaliser. It sees not gender, caste or religion. It starts with a mildly discomforting itch in […]
Phil drug company recalls antibiotic with decreased potency
MANILA – A pharmaceutical company has voluntarily recalled a type of antibiotic used for the treatment of susceptible infections, including upper and lower respiratory tract infections, due to the decrease in potency of the product. In an advisory, the Food […]
Working long hours tied to increased diabetes risk
People in low-paying jobs may be at higher risk of developing diabetes if they work long hours, suggests a new analysis of past research. Low-income workers were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes if they put in more than […]
Obesity increases risk of kidney failure
Obesity suppresses an important cellular process that is capable of preventing kidney cell damage, a new study has revealed. Obesity increases a chronic kidney disease patient’s risk of developing kidney failure, but the mechanism underlying this connection has remained unclear. […]
Health T-shirts and a mind-reading bar unveiled in Japan Origin: Japan
CHIBA – Glasses that tell you how to get home, adverts that know where you are looking and a T-shirt that knows how fast your heart is beating were on display at a huge tech gathering in Japan Tuesday. The […]
Dengue cases and deaths at record levels in Malaysia
MALAYSIA – The number of dengue cases and deaths has reached record levels, surpassing the combined total of the past two years, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam. “There have been 74,335 dengue cases with 143 deaths as […]
Want to lose weight? Keep cellphone away when charging it
A new study has revealed that charging your phone in your bedroom could make you put on weight, as the artificial light from phone screens, street lights, laptops or television stops the body generating a hormone that combats obesity. According […]
How sugar affects your beauty
The sweetness of sugar may taste good but if you read its ill-effects on your beauty and skin, you may not find it sweet after all. Sugar or sugary products have adverse effects ranging from early ageing, unwanted hair growth, […]
