Eating green leafy vegetables may reduce stroke risk: Study
According to the findings, people who ate more green leafy vegetables had 64 per cent lower risk of experiencing a stroke.
Jan 28, 2018, 18:50 PM ISTFish containing omega-3 more effective in cancer prevention than flaxseeds
There are three types of Omega-3 fatty acids: a-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Jan 27, 2018, 16:05 PM ISTConsuming dietary fibre like peas, broccoli can help prevent obesity
Eating healthy is the first thing that comes to mind when one decides to lose weight, besides regular exercise.
Jan 24, 2018, 14:12 PM ISTSlow down the process of ageing, go on an antioxidant-rich diet
The reason that antioxidants are often touted as 'anti-ageing' compounds is that they help protect from age-related diseases, which are caused in part by free radicals and inflammation.
Jan 23, 2018, 13:38 PM ISTExcessive salt intake can cause dementia, warn researchers
In mice, the high-salt diet reduced the resting cerebral blood flow by 28 percent in the cortex and 25 percent in the hippocampus – brain regions involved in learning and memory.
Jan 18, 2018, 11:42 AM ISTGive your health a boost with sesame seeds – Experts tell you how
Known for its distinct nutty flavour, sesame seeds are not only extolled for their nutritional content in seed form, but are also highly valued for their rancid-resistant oil.
Jan 16, 2018, 10:59 AM ISTPatients undergoing breast cancer therapy need to stay away from these foods
Researchers used advanced metabolomics technology to analyse the effects of palbociclib/letrozole on breast cancer cells.
Jan 15, 2018, 17:27 PM ISTFight arthritis, eat muesli for breakfast: Study
Short-chained fatty acids are important for the body as they provide energy, stimulate intestinal movement and have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Jan 15, 2018, 12:02 PM ISTMediterranean diet can protect older adults from becoming frail: Study
Frailty is common among older people and its prevalence is increasing as the population ages.
Jan 12, 2018, 18:35 PM ISTLucknow doctor hangs himself after being denied non-vegetarian food by wife
Identified as Umashankar, the doctor hung himself at his residence at night, after a heated argument with his wife Deepti, a sales tax official, over eating non-vegetarian food.
Jan 12, 2018, 14:15 PM ISTUnable to stick to a healthy diet? Sleep for an extra hour every day
The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, looked at the impact of increasing sleep hours on nutrient intake.
Jan 11, 2018, 18:03 PM ISTResearch reveals another downside of drinking sugary drinks, juices – Read
People who drank diet soda daily were almost three times as likely to develop stroke and dementia.
Jan 02, 2018, 17:38 PM ISTExpert reveals weight loss secret which can 'transform your health in 21 days'
'Eating junk food and then trying to beat the bulge with heavy workouts is a waste of time.'
Dec 31, 2017, 12:03 PM ISTWater diet the 'most dangerous weight loss regime ever', warn nutritionists
The trend gained popularity on social media with thousands of people using the hashtag #waterfast to document their progress and encourage others to take part.
Dec 27, 2017, 18:32 PM ISTBeware! Adulterated milk may cause abortions and deformities in babies
Cattle are fed with many steroids and hormonal injections to boost the delivery of milk production.
Dec 27, 2017, 17:05 PM ISTStudy links processed red meat consumption with increased cancer risk
Cancer Research UK has acknowledged a correlation between processed and red meats and the deadly disease.
Dec 26, 2017, 14:49 PM ISTFacing difficulties in conceiving? Try these simple diet tricks
Although, most gynecologist and physicians swear by the importance of good food during the pregnancy, only a few will tell you that going on a low carb diet will also increase your fertility.
Dec 25, 2017, 12:06 PM ISTParents, take note! Feeding fish to your kids once a week can improve sleep, IQ
While omega-3 fatty acids found in fish have previously been shown to improve intelligence and sleep which in turn improves IQ, this is the first time all three have been linked together.
Dec 22, 2017, 16:46 PM ISTWant a healthy heart? Consume more of soy nuts, pulses daily
According to a previous study, a diet high in animal protein is associated with a higher risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a condition in which fat builds up in the liver, in overweight people.
Dec 22, 2017, 10:39 AM ISTEating tomatoes, apples may restore lung damage in smokers
This study shows that diet might help repair lung damage in people who have stopped smoking.
Dec 21, 2017, 19:35 PM IST