Health
Car pollution caused asthma in 350,000 Indian kids
Traffic pollution caused asthma among 350,000 children in India, the second largest after China, in 2015, finds a Lancet study… Read More
Whitening products may cause tooth decay
While using teeth-whitening products can make your smile brighter, they might also lead to tooth damage, researchers have warned. The… Read More
Sugar-sweetened foods may not lift your mood
Contrary to popular beliefs that eating sugar-sweetened foods lift up low spirits, a new study suggests that sugar can worsen… Read More
Poor diet causes hundreds of deaths in India
A poor diet, particularly the low intake of whole grains and fruits, accounts for hundreds of deaths in India annually,… Read More
Having pets may lower stress in older adults
Having a pet can help older adults cope with mental and physical health issues, according to a US poll which… Read More
Just 20-minute ‘nature pill’ can lower your stress
Taking just 20 minutes out of your day to stroll or sit near nature will significantly lower your stress hormone… Read More
Media multitasking may increase obesity risk
Do you keep switching between digital devices like smartphone, tablet and PC? Beware. A study has linked media multitasking to… Read More
Long travel to work during pregnancy may harm baby
Women who travel long distances to their workplaces during pregnancy are likely to birth underweight babies. According to a study,… Read More
Follow this wellness guide to quit smoking, drinking
Most lifestyle advice tells you to give that glass of wine or cigarette a miss. Serving as a reminder, a… Read More
Iodised salt not necessarily be good for health
While universal iodisation of salt helped control iodine deficiency disorders, it could be increasing the risk of high blood pressure… Read More