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Aspirin can help prevent blood clots but also boosts the risk of hemorrhage in the brain, stomach and intestines. (Photo: AFP)

Aspirin or no aspirin?

Bleeding risks may offset aspirin's benefit vs heart disease.

24 Jan 2019 11:34 AM GMT

The debate over public breastfeeding regularly resurfaces in the United States (Photo: AFP)

Delay the first bath

Delaying newborn baths leads to increase in rates of breastfeeding: Study.

23 Jan 2019 7:57 AM GMT

The study discovered an optimal threshold for women, which was an hour of physical activity. (Photo: Twitter)

Women's lifespan affected by their body size

Body size may influence women's lifespan more than men's.

23 Jan 2019 6:42 AM GMT

The WHO is starting its 13th five-year strategic plan to combat these threats in particular. (Photo: ANI)

Health perils of 2019

The World Health Organization recently listed 10 threats to global health in 2019.

22 Jan 2019 12:29 PM GMT

Its never too early to start off on good oral hygiene, healthy food habits and regular checkups for maintaining dental health in babies and young children.

Keep your child's teeth healthy

Lack of parental knowledge regarding oral health in young children is also one of the reasons for dental problems in the...

20 Jan 2019 6:35 PM GMT

These findings show that both genetics (GBA gene mutation) and aging can cause the same lipid elevations in the brain that are demonstrated in Parkinsons disease pathology (Photo: AFP)

Molecules wired for obesity discovered

Group of molecules called semaphorins have been found to play a critical role.

18 Jan 2019 8:42 AM GMT

Children aged 5-17 require at least 60 minutes of moderate-vigorous activity daily. Adults require at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity weekly.

Let's be active: Adopt game-changing movement to promote... movement

Physical activity is a core preventive health measure that enhances human capital and sustainable development. It should...

16 Jan 2019 7:31 PM GMT

Probiotic use during pregnancy and lactation was associated with a 22 percent lower risk of young children developing eczema. (Photo: Pixabay)

Does counseling help obese pregnant women manage extra kilos?

Excessive weight gain during pregnancy is a cause of worry for both mother and child.

16 Jan 2019 11:07 AM GMT

Eating disorders like Bulimia which are on the rise given the obsession for being thin can cause serious health issues. Treating the disease requires a combination of medication and therapy.

When thin gets in, health goes out

It is the concept of thin is beautiful' that gets hammered into young minds that makes them psychologically vulnerable.

14 Jan 2019 6:36 PM GMT

The results suggest a 15-30 per cent decrease in all-cause and cardiovascular related mortality when comparing people who eat the highest amount of fibre. (Photo: ANI)

Eat more dietary fibre to lower risk of non-communicable diseases

Whole grain breads or nuts like almonds, pistachios or pumpkin and sunflower seeds too have a high-fibre content in...

14 Jan 2019 7:09 AM GMT

Plant-based diets play a key role in cardiovascular health, which is critical for endurance athletes. (Photo: ANI)

'Plant-based diet boosts athletes' performance'

A low-fat, vegetarian diet is the most effective dietary pattern clinically shown to reverse plaque.

12 Jan 2019 6:11 AM GMT

If you are planning to hit the gym, you need to keep in mind a few things. (Photo: ANI)

Finally hitting the gym? Here's your self-help guide

Jim Edwards in his article states three truths about your idea of going to the gym and maintaining a healthier...

10 Jan 2019 6:22 AM GMT