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Foods with a low glycemic index are beneficial for managing PCOS that include whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits and other unprocessed, low-carbohydrate foods. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Five lifestyle reforms for battling PCOS

Polycystic ovarian syndrome can be mitigated through small diet changes and an active lifestyle.

8 April 2019 4:13 PM GMT

Experts are of the opinion that vaping pot is probably less harmful to the lungs than smoking it. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Vaping: A safer alternative to smoking?

Smoking pot vs. tobacco: What science says about lighting up.

8 April 2019 9:25 AM GMT

These medicines can damage the optic nerve that relays optical signals to the brain. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Erectile dysfunction medicine can cause vision impairment

Drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction may cause side effects affecting vision, says new study.

8 April 2019 5:33 AM GMT

Intermittent dieting may have adverse effects on the pancreas. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

The low-down on intermittent fasting

In a quest to shed those extra pounds of fat you might be just harming yourself.

7 April 2019 11:58 AM GMT

The foot soldiers of public healthcare system, ANM Meena Kumari and ASHA Nirma Devi, the feisty duo from Malana, Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. (Photo: MoHFW)

The heroes of public healthcare in India

With women forging the way, here are some exceptional stories of community health workers, who work relentlessly for...

7 April 2019 11:50 AM GMT

Research showed that an adolescents total screen time per day had minimal impact on their mental well-being. (Photo:Representational/Pexels)

Screen time has negligible impact to mental health

Digital screen time has minimal impact on adolescent's mental well-being: Study.

7 April 2019 11:18 AM GMT

Using capsaicin clinically will require overcoming its unpleasant side effects, which include gastrointestinal irritation, stomach cramps, and a burning sensation. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Slow down the spread of lung cancer with chilli peppers

Studies reveal that spicy compound from chilli peppers could reduce spread of lung cancer.

7 April 2019 8:59 AM GMT

Most of the food available contains more of Gluten, so the responsibility lies in the hands of the food preparers. (Photo: ANI)

Is gluten-free food actually gluten free?

Gluten-free labelled food have presence of gluten, says new study.

7 April 2019 8:55 AM GMT

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Fit to Lead

As they say, those who do regular workouts, yoga or any other physical activity regularly hardly fall ill!

6 April 2019 7:39 PM GMT

Take the nature pill in daylight, no aerobic exercise, and avoid the use of social media, internet, phone calls, conversations and reading. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Nature is the best stress buster

A 20-minute nature pill will lower stress hormone levels, says research.

5 April 2019 4:40 AM GMT

Drinking alcohol can result in quickly turning red, a fast heart rate, nausea or headaches. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Moderate drinking: To do or not to do?

Study challenges health benefits of moderate drinking.

5 April 2019 4:36 AM GMT

Obese people considered less human and it is socially more acceptable to be skinny in todays age. (Photo:Representational/Pexels)

Is obesity blatantly dehumanised and stigmatised?

Studies reveal that obese people are considered to be 'less evolved' by society.

4 April 2019 11:34 AM GMT