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Scientist says there is no evidence that it will do anything to toxins but the drink will rehydrate, increase vitamin C level and may reduce calorie intake. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds lemon with water does not flush out toxins from body

Scientist now claims that while it may be tastier than just warm water, there is no such thing as detoxing.

3 Oct 2017 3:11 PM IST

Many of our health concerns attributed to sleep loss actually result from REM sleep deprivation (Photo: AFP)

Find out why we are sleepy when bored

According to researchers, the feel good' centre of the brain helps people enjoy food and sex also makes them sleepy.

3 Oct 2017 12:54 PM IST

The School of Chinese Medicine (SCM) of Hong Kong Baptist University recently completed a clinical trial on the use of acupuncture for weight control showing positive results (Photo: Pixabay)

Period pain may be reduced by acupuncture, says new study

Researchers find that ancient Chinese alternative medicine can reduce period pain by at least 50 percent for up to a...

3 Oct 2017 12:35 PM IST

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden found that there was a higher occurrence of heart attacks in sub-zero temperatures.

India ranks high in deaths from heart attacks

Study reveals 'world's most' heart failure deaths at 23 per cent, while China has just 7 per cent,

2 Oct 2017 3:10 PM IST

According to the World Health Organization an estimated 2.5 million deaths a year could be prevented if people reduced their consumption of salt to its recommended level of 5g. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out why people cannot stop eating potato chips

Research conducted by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston discover specific group of neurons that increase...

2 Oct 2017 2:07 PM IST

Include bone and muscle strengthening and balance-boosting activities into your daily routine and youll benefit as you age (Photo: AFP)

People may become feeble and weak due to online shopping

This puts them at increasing risk of falls and other health problems.

1 Oct 2017 8:00 PM IST

Hrithik Roshan talks about fitness

Celebrated actor speaks about getting into the fitness industry and shares tips on working out.

29 Nov 2017 4:13 PM IST

The cup was removed after operating for one and a half hours (Photo: YouTube)

Farmer in MP rushed to hospital with metal cup pushed up his rectum by...

Doctors found the 21 cm metal object in his anus after conducting an endoscopy and X-ray.

29 Nov 2017 4:00 PM IST

According to research, proteins release in humans could be triggered by a pill containing a known compound named Yoda 1.

One in 10 drugs being sold in developing countires fake, says WHO

WHO says bogus drugs are growing threat as increased pharmaceutical trade, including Internet sales, open door to toxic...

29 Nov 2017 8:41 AM IST

Experts say that gut bacteria could lead to radical new anti-aging treatment (Photo: Pixabay)

Atacama Desert contains microorganisms that may cure HIV

One strain of bacteria found is proven to be an inhibitor of an enzyme that allows the HIV virus to reproduce itself.

29 Nov 2017 8:27 AM IST

Doctors should prescribe medicines that will not lead to falls in older adults after conducting tests. (Photo: Pixabay)

UK gives nod to Pfizer world's first over-the-counter Viagra

Drug will only be available in pharmacies and its supply will depend on pharmacists' assessment of its suitability for...

29 Nov 2017 8:09 AM IST

In intelligent people 2 brain areas involved in cognitive processing of task-relevant information are connected better to the brain. (Photo: Pixabay)

Educational underachievement linked to OCD, says study

Less schooling can translate into fewer job opportunities and lower pay over a lifetime.

28 Nov 2017 8:42 AM IST