7th January, 2010 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Those who work for long hours on computers become victims of weak backs and shoulders, an affliction that doctors believe has multiplied over the years. “Gurgaon is an IT hub and the problem is definitely severe here. I have seen a nearly 10 fold increase in the number of shoulder and backache patients. They are falling » Read More
5th January, 2010 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Individuals who suffer from insomnia have heightened nighttime blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems, a new study has found. The research, published in the journal Sleep, measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers. It was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-CÅ“ur de Montréal Sleep » Read More
29th December, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
LOS ANGELES, Dec 29, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) — While piling on the layers is one way to keep the winter chill away, certain foods can help warm us from the inside. Warm soups and hot beverages are a natural, but some foods actually stimulate heat production more than others. As temperatures drop, appetites perk up. » Read More
28th December, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Touted as a remedy for common cold, Vitamin C has also shown promise in slowing down the ageing process. A study has shown that it facilitates output of embryonic-like stem cells from adult cells. Over the past few years, it has been known that adult cells can be reprogrammed into cells with characteristics similar to embryonic » Read More
28th December, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
With New Year comes new resolutions, but not all of them guarantee a good health for 2010 and the years after. Thus, CBS News Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton has suggested several health-related resolutions that people should focus on. On “The Early Show” Thursday, Ashton noted that little things add up to big difference-makers over time, and claimed » Read More
15th December, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Drinking more than three cups of tea or coffee (regular or decaffeinated) a day appears to lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, says a new study. The finding is based on the analysis of previous studies reported in the December 14/28 issues of Archives of Internal Medicine, JAMA. To reach the conclusion, Rachel Huxley, D.Phil, of » Read More
9th December, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Airport layovers, road trips and holiday vacations are just waiting to lure you to celebrations of gluttony. Traveling disrupts our usual schedules, and it’s easy to become disconnected from a structured lifestyle. But, with some planning, you can maintain your established pattern of eating and exercising and avoid piling on the pounds over the holidays. No » Read More
27th November, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Want to keep the flu at bay? Well, then make your immune system stronger by having colourful fruits and vegetables, says an expert .Health/wellness expert Amy Hendel says that in addition to vitamins, minerals and fiber, fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients, believed to come from the compounds that give these foods their vibrant colours. These phytonutrients provide a » Read More
27th November, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
Eating food rich in nutrients is more than enough to boost your immunity against colds and flu instead of just popping too many vitamins, says a new study. “Almost all vitamins and minerals play some role in ensuring an optimal immune response…but high doses do not help and may do harm,” says Catherine Field, dietician and » Read More
13th November, 2009 - Posted by admin - No Comments
On World Diabetes Day, here are some tips to not gain weight during insulin therapy. Glucose is the main source of energy in the human body. It is mainly produced from the digestion of carbohydrate containing food. It is also produced in the body by the liver. Glucose level in blood is very meticulously maintained within » Read More