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Common painkiller linked to increased risk of heart problems
The commonly used painkiller diclofenac is associated with an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, compared with no use, paracetamol use, and use of other traditional painkillers, finds a study published by The BMJ […]
Reduce the time between breakfast and dinner if you want to lose weight
A new study says if you reduce the time between your breakfast and dinner, which means have dinner at least half an hour early it can limit calorie intake and burn more fat. It is usually believed that if you […]
Women should not sleep straight during pregnancy
Now, even a study done by researchers at University of South Australia confirmed that sleeping on your back during pregnancy can increase chances of stillbirth. Till now we had cautioned mothers from sleeping in the supine position during pregnancy, which […]
Artificial intelligence could predict cancer evolution
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to predict how cancers will progress and evolve. This could help doctors design the most effective treatment for each patient. A team led by the Institute of Cancer Research London (ICR) and the University of […]
Gene-editing to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Scientists have for the first time used gene-editing to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in a large mammal, a significant step towards effective treatment for people with the disorder. The condition, which has no cure, leads to loss of muscle function […]
How to protect yourself from laptop radiation
Can you imagine your life without your laptop? Well, 90 per cent of the world’s population would say ‘No’. Laptops are the key productive devices used by students, professionals, homemakers and even by kids for entertainment. But at the same […]
Amazing benefits of mushrooms for a healthy skin
Mushroom contains Hyaluronic acid which is considered as the body’s internal moisturizer as it firms and plumps up your skin. It also contains a polysaccharide that is equally beneficial in hydrating your skin. Mushrooms contain compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties […]
Heart failure risk lowers with moderate chocolate consumption
A group of scientists have found that eating up to three bars of chocolate a month results in a13 per cent lower risk of heart failure. But hold on. Before you go ahead and decide to indulge in those sweet […]
5 foods to reduce breast cancer risk
The breast cancer mortality rate in India is dangerously high. There are various reasons why so many Indian women are increasingly becoming victims of breast cancer. Our bad lifestyle habits with regards to diet, sleep, smoking, alcohol consumption, stress, lack […]
Children in England to be banned from buying energy drinks
The sale of energy drinks could be banned in England to anybody under 18, amid fears they are damaging children’s health, the prime minister has said. The government has launched a public consultation on its plans to make it illegal […]
