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For this study, beverages were categorised into a bitter-tasting group and a sweet-tasting group. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Reason why people like beer and coffee

Genetics play a major role in determining our beverage preferences.

3 May 2019 11:32 AM GMT

Mitigating the use of household fuels could also reduce air pollution-related deaths in the country by approximately 13%, which is equivalent to saving about 270,000 lives a year. (Photo: ANI)

Eliminating biomass fuel could improve India's air quality

Cutting household fuel may improve India's air quality standards.

3 May 2019 8:22 AM GMT

Websites to dissipate suicidal thoughts

Websites to dissipate suicidal thoughts

Researchers have developed websites that can help to drive negative thoughts away.

3 May 2019 6:39 AM GMT

Low-calorie sweetened beverages contain 200 extra calories than water

Low-calorie sweetened beverages contain 200 extra calories than water

Kids and teens consuming low-calories sweetened beverages consume more calories compared to those drinking water.

3 May 2019 6:25 AM GMT

The studies show that people who constantly snore heavily and have sleep apnea displayed a loss of nerves and muscle mass in the soft palate. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Snorers be cautious while travelling upper airways

Repeated vibrations for snorers develop high risk of injuries in the upper airways.

3 May 2019 6:11 AM GMT

The researchers found that when insulin was provided to mice at the wrong biological time - when the animals would normally be resting - it disrupted normal circadian rhythms, causing less distinction between day and night. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Body clock disruption to affect circadian level

Disrupting body clock can be detrimental to health.

3 May 2019 4:37 AM GMT

The research involved more than 200 international researchers from 20 countries who are members of the Early Growth Genetics (EGG) Consortium. (Representational/Pexels)

What determines the birth weight of a baby?

Both mother and baby genes affect birth weight.

3 May 2019 3:46 AM GMT

According to the researchers, walnuts contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is a plant-based omega-3 that may positively affect blood pressure. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Reduce high blood pressure with walnuts

Studies show that walnuts may help lower blood pressure.

2 May 2019 10:05 AM GMT

Currently, cancer patients are not provided with evidence-based personalised dietary interventions during chemotherapy treatment. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Fibre enriched diet reduce the risk of developing specific cancers

Right combination of diet and bacteria limits cancer progression: Study.

2 May 2019 6:38 AM GMT

Studies reveal that their are triggers across all age groups that start and end habitual use of phones. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Decoded: Why people compulsively check their smartphone

Study finds there are series of trigger that start and end habitual smartphone use.

2 May 2019 3:38 AM GMT

Positive parenting includes communicating with your child in a manner that encourages of exploration and self-expression. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Talking to children is good for their intelligence

The study suggests that parents who verbally interact with their children help them develop better cognitive skills.

1 May 2019 4:25 PM GMT

The researchers examined whether the rates of suicide for the period after the release of 13 Reasons Why were greater than would be expected based on suicide counts and trends observed in previous years. (Photo: ANI)

Web series '13 Reasons Why' cause of increased suicide rate

'13 Reasons Why' associated with increase in youth suicide rates: Study.

1 May 2019 6:53 AM GMT