LIFESTYLE NEWS - Page 2698

Early soy diet may protect against breast cancer

March 25, 2009 10:24 IST

Asian-American women who ate a lot of soy as children had a 58 percent reduced risk of developing breast cancer.

Study says its ok to eat while in labour

March 24, 2009 16:26 IST

Doctors have long discouraged women in labour from eating,fearing it could lead to breathing food into the lungs in the case of an emergency caesarean while under general anaesthetic.

Pleasant music could help save stroke victims sight’

March 24, 2009 16:23 IST

According to a study,up to 60% of stroke patients have impaired visual awareness of the outside world,thus they have trouble interacting with certain objects in the visual world.

CT scans boost survival for severe injuries: Study

March 24, 2009 14:59 IST

The use of whole-body CT scans for severe trauma victims significantly boosts survival rates,according to the largest study of its kind.

Vitamin D linked to reduced fracture risk in elderly

March 24, 2009 14:08 IST

Older adults can prevent fractures by taking oral vitamin D supplements at a dose of at least 400 international units per day,says a new study.

Physically abused women spend 40% more on health care

March 24, 2009 11:35 IST

Along with all the physical and emotional pain it causes,domestic violence also comes with a substantial financial price,says the co-author of the study.

Maggots no wonder cure for festering wounds

March 20, 2009 14:23 IST

They clean wounds faster than normal treatment but this does not lead to faster healing,results of the world's first controlled clinical trial of maggot medicine showed.

Gene that turns carbs into fat identified

March 20, 2009 14:13 IST

A team of American researchers has identified a gene that plays a critical regulatory role in the process of converting dietary carbohydrates to fat.

Socializing and moderate drinking good for you

March 20, 2009 13:17 IST

Moderate to light alcohol consumption,coupled with high levels of social support,was found linked to lower rates of heart disease and stroke.

Scientists grow diabetes drug in tobacco plants

March 19, 2009 14:07 IST

Scientists have found a healthy use for tobacco after breeding genetically modified plants containing a medicine that could stop type 1 diabetes.

Study shows benefit of finding second tumor early

March 18, 2009 10:39 IST

Early detection of a woman's second breast cancer can cut her risk of premature death in half,researchers said.

Condoms aggravate AIDS problem: Pope

March 17, 2009 21:42 IST

As the Pope embarked on his landmark visit to Africa,the pontiff courted controversy by declaring that condoms were not a solution to the AIDS epidemic but it aggravates the problems.

Free Insulin for Diabetic Children

March 17, 2009 11:47 IST

Dr. Ahluwalia believes that in setting up an insulin bank for children who are not well-off or poor and can be treated free of cost.

Study sheds light on exercise after heart attacks

March 17, 2009 10:52 IST

Exercise helps people recover after a heart attack but the benefits vanish when the workouts stop,Swiss researchers said.

‘Common gene’ tied to alcohol,cocaine,nicotine addictions

March 16, 2009 11:13 IST

Scientists have uncovered evidence that several of the common genes are actually tied to addictions.

Botox injections can cause depression

March 16, 2009 11:01 IST

Botox injections can lead to depression,a new study has warned.

Daily dose of peanuts may ward off allergy in kids

March 16, 2009 10:51 IST

Some children may be freed of their peanut allergies if they eat a tiny crumb of peanut every day for weeks.

Old age begins at 27: Study

March 15, 2009 15:54 IST

According to researchers,people's mental abilities begin to decline from the age of 27 after reaching a peak at 22.

Ovarian changes may link obesity and infertility

March 13, 2009 10:07 IST

The fluid surrounding the ovaries was analyzed for hormones,metabolites,gene expression within certain cells.

Food nutrition programs don’t lead to obesity: USDA

March 13, 2009 10:00 IST

Food stamps,school lunch and other public nutrition programs do not contribute to the obesity epidemic.

Modern scanners bring mind reading step closer

March 13, 2009 09:51 IST

Scientists have shown for the first time that it may be possible to "read" a person's mind simply by looking at brain activity.

Spiritual kids tend to be healthier

March 12, 2009 12:25 IST

Researchers in US came to this conclusion after studying the symptoms of HIV infected kids who went to church regularly.

Increasing number of people abroad opting for Ayurveda

March 12, 2009 11:35 IST

Ayurveda,the ancient Indian system of medicine,is catching on in the West as it can treat ailments without any side effects,experts in the field have said.

Fat neck may signal heart risk

March 12, 2009 11:19 IST

According to researchers,the thickness of an individuals neck may provide clues to their risk of developing heart problems.

Close relationships can perpetuate smoking,weight gain

March 12, 2009 11:00 IST

Health problems like smoking or weight gain may sometimes persist because they preserve stability in a vital close relationship,according to a new study.