The human body is built in such a wonderful way that it can fight off infections and diseases naturally, but only to a certain extent. Thus, having foods that help to boost immunity, especially in these times when pandemics like the swine flu are spreading at a rapid rate, is crucial to your health.Immune... [Read More]

20yoga1 In yoga it is believed that chronic stress or tension can reduce vitality, invite diseases and create blockages to happiness. Tension may be experienced as stiffness all along the spine, at the joints from the minor to major ones, swelling or bloating of body parts as the cleansing systems... [Read More]

Drug for schizophrenia causes side effects by shrinking part of the brain. A leading antipsychotic drug temporarily reduces the size of a brain region that controls movement and coordination, causing distressing side effects such as shaking, drooling and restless leg syndrome. Just two hours after... [Read More]

The connection between mind and body is never as ambiguous as when the body is near death. Reports of near-death experiences (NDEs) in people who suffer cardiac arrest or other life-threatening traumas are unexplained by current science. Theories of psychological, physiological, and transcendental... [Read More]

Anyone who’s ever tried to lose weight knows it takes a lot of hard work and dedication. Fortunately, it’s easier than you think. By cutting just 40 to 50 calories per meal you can enhance your weight loss efforts and achieve your targets much faster.Nutritionists agree the best way to... [Read More]

The number of young Indian couples who have trouble conceiving a child is on the rise. Here’d why. Couples whose efforts at conceiving a baby are consistently futile may not be merely unlucky. Often, there is a medical reason for their failure to conceive. Medically termed infertility, it refers... [Read More]

07slide1 The temperature is soaring and while you may believe your diet is suitably light, those calories may actually be adding up. Here’s how to ensure you eat right this summer.We generally associate hot weather with lighter meals with more fruits and more salads. Naturally, you would expect... [Read More]

27fruits The sweltering summer heat has set in in most parts of India. It is officially the hottest April in the last 50 years, and northern, eastern, western and central parts of the country continue to sweat it out as the mercury crosses 40 Celsius.As citizen’s pray for an early monsoon, staying... [Read More]

03slide1 If you love snacking between meals but don’t want to gain too much weight, here are a few nutritionists’ recipes, all of which are sure to fill you up without packing on the pounds.Long working hours and improper eating can take a toll on your health. You may start the day with... [Read More]

06spotted It’s hot, hot, hot this summer and body odour is a common problem faced in the sweltering heat. Here’s how to fight it effectively.Body odour! Are you free from it? If so, you are probably healthy as well as lucky. Body odour also measures your popularity — people will be... [Read More]

06spotted In addition to its use in skincare products, here are a few more healthcare advantages the aloe vera plant offers.Aloe vera has the reputation of being a wonder plant with wide-ranging therapeutic properties. Here are some of the great health benefits it confers:Soothes skin: The plant has... [Read More]

23slide1 Fitness expert Brinda Sapat tells you how to get your bod into shape this season.The easiest time of year to knock yourself into shape is summer. It’s too hot to eat heavy foods, so you naturally go for lighter, healthier options which help trim off the excess fat. Rev up the fat-burn... [Read More]

06spotted It’s the season for fun in the sun, but make sure you don’t expose yourself to these hazards.The summer months are upon us and it’s a great time to be outdoors. It’s all about fresh air, sunshine and warm weather. It’s also about biking, running, swimming and... [Read More]

06spotted Cola lovers beware as a new study claimed that having a litre or more of cold drinks daily adversely affects male fertility and decreases the sperm count by almost 30 per cent.”It’s important to note that the men who drank a lot of cola were also different in many other ways,”... [Read More]

06spotted Here is all that you ever wanted to know about sexual dysfunction in males — causes, diagnosis and treatment.Male impotence is also known as erectile dysfunction and is the lack of a person’s physiological sexual ability. In this condition, a man suffers from the inability to... [Read More]

06spotted Are you always in a hurry, even when it’s not required? Experts are now linking impatient behavioural patterns to the consumption of fast food.Eating fast food not only raises your risk of putting on weight, but it can make you impatient too, even when you aren’t short of time,... [Read More]

09slid1 Are the expectations at work causing you anxiety? Here’s how to cope with stress at work.Stress is a dynamic condition where you face constraints and demands that you find yourself unable to fulfill. It can wreak havoc on your personal and professional life and sometimes, the nature of... [Read More]

06spotted Consuming certain foods has been proven to help lower cholesterol levels, thus helping you to avoid cholesterol medications or take a lower dose of medicines. We all are familiar with the idea that egg yolk, butter, and fried foods are bad for your cholesterol levels. But are you aware that... [Read More]

08slide1 Everyone wants clear, healthy skin. But how is one to keep it that way when we are out facing pollution, toxins and junk food everyday? Follow these simple steps to help achieve it. It feels nice to be complimented for a glowing, healthy complexion. And it also pinches a little to see it on... [Read More]

06slide1 Stick a fork in the stifling heat this summer by indulging in cooling foods.As the sun bears down with ever-increasing fury and the mercury continues to soar, you know there’s no escape from summer. It’s the season when the slightest activity causes sweat to dot your brow and energy... [Read More]

05office1 You certainly feel refreshed after a good workout. That’s because physical activity goes beyond improving your physical health. Regular activity enhances mood, performance and improves concentration. Being physically active on a regular basis can make a big difference to your physical... [Read More]

22slid1 In the second of a two-part feature on yoga during pregnancy, yoga acharya Shameem Akthar outlines a few more poses to benefit to-be mothers.During pregnancy, remaining active as usual (unless otherwise advised) helps maintain physical health and mental outlook. Enrolling in a prenatal yoga... [Read More]

Bad breath is unpleasant and can be a major cause for embarrassment. And when it comes to dating, a majority of women admit that it’s their biggest worry, a new survey has revealed. According to the survey, nearly eight out of 10 women in Britain consider bad breath as a headache before a romantic... [Read More]

Charlotte Bobcats forward Adam Morrison has type 1 diabetes. He was diagnosed at 14. nbc-today-show-jonas-brothers-5932528 NIck Jonas was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2005. In March 2007, about a year and a half after his diagnosis, Nick publicly announced that he has diabetes at Carnival For... [Read More]