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In people with type 2 diabetes, the short stimulus triggered by GLP-1 is not sufficient to maintain a proper blood sugar balance. (Representational Image)

Slightly elevated blood sugar not tied to higher risk of heart attack,...

Diabetes has long been linked to increased risk of coronary artery disease as well as higher odds of heart attacks and...

17 Nov 2017 2:46 PM IST

The integration of the intact gene through retroviral gene transfer into the genome of the epidermal stem cells had been successful. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds stem cell therapy may be used to reverse diabetes

Study finds that the production of PD-L1 is altered in blood stem cells from diabetic mice and humans.

17 Nov 2017 1:50 PM IST

However, like all food and drink, energy drinks should be consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

Energy drinks may up possibilities of serious health risks, says study

The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, also highlights the worrying trend of mixing energy...

17 Nov 2017 1:38 PM IST

It is a common sight today to see small children glued to a video game (Photo: AFP)

Playing video games reduces dementia risk in seniors, says study

Study suggests older adults who practice specific computer training exercises could face a 29 percent lower chance of...

17 Nov 2017 1:21 PM IST

PDS sugar rate for select groups is also hiked from Rs 15 per kg to Rs 20.

Now, sugar may be used to heal wounds, says study

The new use for sugar may help tackle the increasing number of non-healing skin wounds associated with age, poor blood...

16 Nov 2017 9:40 PM IST

Dont be under the notion that whisky should only be paired with western cuisine.

Scotland pushes minimum alcohol pricing in bid to boost public health

Country famous for whisky production but the price change will target cheap, strong alcohol favored by binge drinkers.

16 Nov 2017 1:12 PM IST

In case of FNAIT, the natural killer cells do not decrease but remain prevalent causing miscarriages and child death (Photo: Pixabay)

Women may not need to wait to conceive post miscarriage, finds study

Research finds about 17percent of clinically recognized pregnancies end in loss.

16 Nov 2017 1:04 PM IST

May our grandparents feel exalted by us and experience each of us as Gods gift to them. (Photo: AFP)

Grandparents' influence bad for children's health, says study

Study finds grandparents are inadvertently having adverse impact on grandchildren's health, especially in areas of...

15 Nov 2017 9:25 PM IST

Named the V-egg, it resembles the real deal perfectly and even has a vivid yellow yolk, but has never been anywhere near a chicken. (Representational image: Pexels)

Find out why you should eat more chicken and eggs

Diet containing meat and eggs rich in the fatty acid helped reduce chance of heart attack.

15 Nov 2017 4:45 PM IST

Statins have various side effects like muscle pain which may lead patients to tell their doctors to reduce their dosage which can increases the chances of a heart attack later. (Photo: Pixabay)

People with O blood group have lower risk of heart attack from air...

Study has identified 25 microgrammes of pollution per cubic metre to be level at which there is increased risk of heart...

15 Nov 2017 4:32 PM IST

Eperts argue that much more research is required to determine soys prostate cancer-effects. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study reveals tofu is linked to prostate cancer

Plant-derived compounds known as phytoestrogens, which are mainly found in soy products such are linked to the...

15 Nov 2017 3:35 PM IST

A glut in December 2016 led to tomatoes being sold at Rs 1 per kg, with most farmers finding it easier to use the vegetables as manure.

Not having meat reduces risk of heart disease by half, says study

Foods to avoid include refined carbohydrates, foods high in added sugars, trans fats, saturated fats and processed...

14 Nov 2017 6:31 PM IST