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10 amazing health benefits of guavas
Guava is a seasonal fruit that is popularly called amrood in India. It is fleshy, soft and extremely sweet when ripe. Despite the presence of hundreds of tiny seeds, this fruit is enjoyed by one and all for its unique […]
Birth control ‘Chip’ could last 16 years
Could it be the holy grail of birth control: one that women can turn on or off with the click of a remote control—and would last for almost half their reproductive lives. MicroCHIPS is developing a remote-control-activated contraceptive chip intended […]
‘On-off’ switch can help coma patients come to life
Do you know there is an “on-off” switch in our brain that controls consciousness? Scientists have found one that can help coma patients regain consciousness.Researchers made an epileptic patient go to sleep by applying an electrical impulse in a specific […]
Dietary fiber slows growth of cancer cells
The fibers are not only substitutes for carbohydrates in this diet, but also have useful therapeutic effects. Dietary fiber not only fills human up and supports the digestive process, but is also an effective weapon in the treatment of brain […]
Top 10 reasons you need to eat beet
Beetroot is a vegetable widely used in salad dressings. Apart from adding some colour to your meal, beetroot can go a long way to keep you healthy. From maintaining sexual health to preventing a range of ailments including fever, wounds […]
Curry for high blood pressure?
Indian medical researchers say they have successfully tested a blend of curry spices that lower blood pressure in lab rats, raising hopes for a natural and affordable drug to treat the chronic disease. Dr S. Thanikachalam, a cardiology expert who […]
Extreme obesity cuts lifespan more than smoking – study
That obesity can cut life short by causing strokes and other illnesses comes as no surprise, but a study reported on Tuesday quantifies the toll: The most extreme cases cut a person’s lifespan more than cigarettes. The analysis, published in […]
Sleep quality affects decision-making ability
Poor sleep quality is associated with increase in odds of clinically significant decline in executive function. A study has found that Fragmented or lower sleep efficiency may affect executive function as it is linked to decline in cognitive abilities of […]
Blocking cells’ movement may stop cancer cells from spreading
New UCL research suggests that insights into how cells move through the body could lead to innovative techniques to stop cancer cells from spreading and causing secondary tumours. Scientists discovered that cells can change into an invasive, liquid-like state to […]
5 ways to end constipation quickly
The world is backed up, and so much so that a bowel movement every few days is deemed normal. This is undoubtedly due to a lack of hydration, probiotics, enzymes, fiber, EFAs, and key vitamins and minerals that allow properly […]
