Health

Adverse effects on health due to emissions from the world’s plastics system, including greenhouse gases, air-polluting particles and toxic chemicals released from production, could more than double by 2040, compared to levels in 2016, if […]

Researchers have found a reliable way to grow helper T cells from stem cells, solving a major challenge in immune-based cancer therapy. Helper T cells act as the immune system’s coordinators, helping other immune cells […]

Water makes up roughly 60-70% of the human body, and the fluid leaves your system constantly through breathing, sweating and urine. So, knowing how much water to drink daily isn’t just about thirst. It’s about […]

Cooking oil is essential for our meals, but excessive intake can impact heart health over time. Dr. Gajinder Kumar Goyal, Program Clinical Director–Cardiology, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad, explains that moderation is key. “As per guidelines, […]

The lateral parafacial (pFL) region of the brain, responsible for controlling breathing, may also connect to nerves that tighten blood vessels, leading to a rise in blood pressure, according to a study, findings from which […]

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) researchers have developed a way to reprogram immune cells already inside tumours into cancer-killing machines. A drug injected directly into the tumour is absorbed by macrophages, […]

Weight loss isn’t just about eating less, it’s about eating smarter. Research consistently shows that meals rich in protein and fibre help people lose weight faster by improving satiety, stabilising blood sugar, and reducing overall […]

Anaemia, often caused by low iron levels, is a common nutritional concern, especially among women and children in India. Iron is essential for making haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout […]

Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence model that can predict one’s risk of developing over a hundred different health conditions using sleep data. Named ‘SleepFM’, the model was developed by researchers, including those from the […]

Statins, which help treat high cholesterol, may significantly reduce risk of death and major cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes, including among those considered at low cardiovascular risk, according to a study. The […]

Do you enjoy spending winter afternoons snacking on peanuts while soaking up some sun? Peanuts are a popular choice during the colder months for several reasons. Their satisfying crunch and rich, nutty flavour make them […]

Hip fracture among the elderly is a significant health crisis. Frequently resulting from a simple fall in individuals with weakened bones due to osteoporosis, the mortality rate after such a fracture is striking, according to […]

Scientists discovered that vitamin C from food travels through the bloodstream into every layer of the skin, boosting collagen and skin renewal. People who ate two vitamin C-packed kiwifruit daily showed thicker, healthier skin. The […]

Bananas are often dismissed as just a quick snack, but doctors say this everyday fruit can quietly support heart health, digestion, and immunity, especially during winter, when the body faces higher cardiovascular strain, sluggish gut […]

For a long time, the idea of reversing Type 2 diabetes was met with doubt. This skepticism stemmed largely from the way “reversal” was portrayed-often tied to crash diets, punishing workout regimens, or rapid weight-loss […]