Barley, the ancient grain, may not score as high compared to the popularity of other grains, but its health benefits are aplenty. It is not without reason considered to be a superfood. For years it has been used by many communities to make breads and porridge to savour the essential nutrients. A recent study done by Lund University in Sweden states that eating a special mixture of dietary […]
Medical stories make headlines. But do they make sense to you? What are free radicals? What’s REM? What’s wrong with MSG? Common terms explained. Antioxidants When your body cells use oxygen, they produce by-products called free radicals, which can damage the body and cause heart disease, cancer and other disorders. Antioxidants scavenge on free radicals, and hence prevent and repair the damage they do. Examples: Selenium, vitamins C and E, […]
Are you getting the right amount of sleep every night? You may be at risk of stroke if your sleep duration is less than seven hours or more than eight hours per night. A study conducted by researchers from the New York University found that getting the right amount of sleep and exercising several times a week can significantly can reduce the risk of stroke. Researchers also found that sleeping […]
In a new book called Big Magic, American author Elizabeth Gilbert says that the key to a happy and healthy life is “creative living”, that is, to create something. It could be anything from clay pots and toys to poetry and jewellery. Here’s a step-wise guide on how to maintain a creative life that also helps you sustain happiness and health. 8 STEPS TOWARDS CREATIVE LIVING Mindfulness: It teaches one […]
A natural extract derived from Neem tree could potentially be used to treat the highly lethal pancreatic cancer, says a team of researchers including Indian-origin scientists. The results revealed that nimbolide, an active molecule isolated from Neem tree (Azadirachta indica), can stop pancreatic cancer’s growth and spread without harming normal, healthy cells. “The promise nimbolide has shown is amazing, and the specificity of the treatment towards cancer cells over […]
Gravitational waves are a reality, according to scientists from an institution that has been hoping to observe them. “We have detected gravitational waves. We did it,” said David Reitze, executive director of LIGO, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory. The discovery, based on ripples in space-time detected by LIGO, supports a prediction made by Albert Einstein that’s essential to his general theory of relativity. The ripples LIGO detected are based on […]
Tonsils are the lumps of tissue that are located at the back of the throat. When the tonsils get inflamed it can be a very troublesome condition for the children to bear this and this condition is called tonsillitis. When tonsils come in contact with any germs, they tend to swell. This leads to inflammation. This inflammatory condition known as tonsillitis can cause difficulties in swallowing, speaking, etc, when found […]
Whether you liked it or not, broccoli is an all-star food with immense health behefits. It is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat. A great source of vitamins K and C, it is also rich in folate (folic acid), potassium and fiber. Broccoli is a tasty vegetable containing a sizable amount of sulforaphane, a compound that has been shown to fight cancer. Low in calories, this cruciferous veggie […]
Cancer can affect everyone – the young and old, including children. It is one of the leading causes of death in the world, where about 70% of all cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. According to the WHO, worldwide, the 5 most common types of cancer that kill men are – lung, stomach, liver, colorectal and oesophagus. In women, breast, lung, stomach, colorectal and cervical. However, cervical cancer […]
An Indian pharmaceutical company based in Hyderabad on Wednesday claimed that they have developed the first ever method of treatment for the deadly Zika virus. Dr Krishna Ella, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Biotech said two vaccines made by the company are set for pre-clinical testing in animals. The company in its statement said, “We are probably the first in the world to file for the global patent for […]
