Health

Myopia, or nearsightedness, makes distant objects appear blurry while close objects remain clear. This condition occurs when the eye’s shape causes light rays to bend incorrectly. A recent study, published in BMC Public Health, reviewed […]

Zika virus that recently infected five people in Maharashtra’s Pune is majorly asymptomatic, but can resemble dengue fever, said health experts. Zika virus disease (ZVD) is a mosquito-borne disease transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, the mosquito […]

Worried about your food addiction? Take heart, a team of researchers has identified a specific gut bacteria associated with both mice and human compulsive eating disorder and obesity. In the research, presented at the Federation […]

A schoolboy from England has made medical history as the first in the world with severe epilepsy to trial a new device implanted in his skull to control seizures. The neurostimulator, which sends electrical signals […]

Eating plant-based meat alternatives may have profound benefits against cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as cholesterol levels and blood pressure, according to a review of research published from 1970 to 2023. Plant-based meat alternatives are […]

Losing excess weight is important because it reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension, improves mobility, enhances mental health, and boosts overall quality of life. Small changes in routine […]

If you’re managing high blood pressure (BP) and blood sugar, you’re likely prioritising a healthy lifestyle. But what about those supplement bottles lining the shelves? While some vitamins and minerals can be beneficial, others can […]

High levels of stress can give you a pot belly Stress plays a crucial role can the accumulation of belly fat. High levels of stress trigger the release of cortisol, a hormone that, when chronically […]

Scientists said they have devised a new method to detect rare forms of dementia as well as other neurological diseases through blood tests. The blood markers can spot frontotemporal dementia (FTD) as well as neurological […]

A new study has found that drinking alcohol can worsen symptoms of bipolar disorder by destabilising mood and affecting work efficiency. Contrary to the common belief that mood swings drive alcohol consumption, the research indicates […]

A team of scientists in the UK developed non-invasive measurement techniques and novel analysis methods to decode disease progression and evaluate the effect of potential treatments or lifestyle changes in people with Huntington’s disease. Huntington’s […]

Garlic isn’t just your regular spice that lends flavour and taste to your meals. Its powerful nutritional profile can help prevent many chronic health conditions and boost your overall well-being. Even more than its cooked […]

Eating sweet and refreshing fruits is a delightful way to beat the heat in summer. A storehouse of important vitamins and minerals, fruits can replenish energy levels and fill you with energy on hot summer […]

Commonly used alcohol-based mouthwashes may have adverse effects on oral microbiomes—the community of bacteria that live in the mouth—raising risks of periodontal diseases and some cancers, according to a study. The oral microbiome plays a […]

It is essential to our general health to keep our kidneys in good working order. The kidneys are essential to many bodily physiological processes, and maintaining good health depends on the kidneys operating properly. Our […]

Using statin therapy as the first line of treatment for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention was found effective in preventing heart disease risk and all-cause mortality, even in adults aged 85 years and older, according to […]