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Opioid is a substance used for treating pain. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Discontinuing opioid therapy can be fatal

Research highlights alarming effects of discontinuing opioid prescriptions.

7 Sep 2019 6:31 AM GMT

Asthma is a common chronic illness, especially in Western countries. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Asthma can be triggered by allergies

Allergic diseases increase risk of adult-onset asthma: Study.

7 Sep 2019 5:35 AM GMT

Countouring treatments have zero recovery time. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

This new weight loss technique is quick and painless

Here's how you can shed extra kilos without any surgery.

7 Sep 2019 5:23 AM GMT

Eating a plant-based diet can lower your chances of developing heart disease. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Vegans at higher risk of experiencing stroke compared to meat-eaters

New study suggests lower levels of vitamin B12 can lead to higher stroke risks.

6 Sep 2019 9:20 AM GMT

Low blood pressure in old age is generally beneficial for health. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

High blood pressure directly linked to onset of dementia

A new research shows that treating high BP can help slow down age-related cognitive decline.

6 Sep 2019 7:28 AM GMT

After nearly nine years of dietary change, they found that the low-fat diet didnt significantly impact outcomes for these conditions. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

What are the long-term benefits of low-fat diet?

Researchers suggest long-term benefits of low-fat diet.

6 Sep 2019 6:53 AM GMT

A weak immunity system can increase pain and inflammation. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Protein can influence arthritis symptoms

The protein you consume daily can significantly impact your arthritis symptoms.

6 Sep 2019 6:24 AM GMT

Both men and women taking psychiatric medications in the study lost similar amounts of weight regardless of whether their particular drug was known to cause weight gain. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Shedding excess weight possible with antipsychotic medication?

Weight loss possible with psychiatric drugs.

6 Sep 2019 4:59 AM GMT

Racial and ethnic minorities are particularly vulnerable to the negative consequences of poor oral health. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Poor oral health leads to cognitive decline

Researchers establish association between poor oral health and cognitive decline.

6 Sep 2019 4:51 AM GMT

Weather events might have negative impact on mental well-being

Weather events might have negative impact on mental well-being

Study reveals that extreme weather events may lead to poor mental health.

6 Sep 2019 4:40 AM GMT

With the advent of globalisation, there are various companies which are operating out of India.

Chase your vitamin D target this quarter

Here are tips on how working professionals can best incorporate quick routines and foods that will help them get more...

5 Sep 2019 7:56 PM GMT

Women have larger fat cells compared to men. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Reasons for women getting cellulite

Read on to know what makes women's skin look lumpy.

5 Sep 2019 7:59 AM GMT