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Bloated? 6 Foods to avoid
Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors like health issues, genetics, or medications; but it can also be caused by the foods we eat. Although we may be eating a healthy diet, some foods like broccoli and milk […]
‘Internet addiction comparable to drug addiction’
Addiction to Internet can be dangerous, especially for young people, according to behavioural sciences experts. “There is anecdotal evidence that Internet-addicts function in the same way as those addicted to drugs or alcohol, which results in impairment at all levels […]
Why coffee may be good for your eyes
A coffee a day could help keep eye diseases at bay. That’s according to a joint study out of South Korea and the United States, which concluded that powerful antioxidants found in coffee can play a role in preventing age-related […]
Bracelet turns body heat into electricity
Wearable technology like Fitbit is hot right now, but it could get a lot hotter in the next few years. Literally. South Korean scientists have developed a tiny patch-like device that takes your body heat and turns it into electricity. […]
What is jet lag and how can you overcome it?
Long flights across many time zones often leave us feeling fatigued, sleepy, irritable and generally out of sorts. And it’s not just because of poor sleep on the plane and dehydration from the altitude – the feelings persist for several days. […]
Home remedies to grow a beard or facial hair faster!
Beards can prevent facial skin from ageing because they keep the pollutants away from the skin. They can also protect your face from sunburn, frostbite, acne and pimples. But these are probably not the real reasons why beards are prized […]
New prostate cancer treatment in Singapore enhances city-state’s reputation as a medical hub
The introduction in Singapore of a promising new treatment for one of the most threatening forms of prostate cancer has underscored the city-state’s reputation as one of the world’s top medical research and treatment centres. The treatment, for patients who […]
Asthma may lead to bone loss
People suffering from asthma may be more prone to bone loss as researchers have now discovered links between asthma and a decrease in bone mineral density. “We know prolonged use of corticosteroids in the treatment of asthma is a risk […]
Medical breakthroughs in the treatment of hearing loss
The ability to hear sounds can be partially or completely impaired, resulting in hearing loss. It is one of the most common conditions affecting the elderly. There are three different types of hearing loss, depending on which part of the […]
How black pepper helps keep fat under check
ISLAMABAD: Researchers have offered a long-sought explanation for the beneficial fat-fighting effects of black pepper. The research pinpoints piperine — the pungent-tasting substance that gives black pepper its characteristic taste, concluding that piperine also can block the formation of new […]
