Mumbai: Mud masks have been a staple in skincare for as long as we can remember. From helping to clear up our bumpy skin to minimizing our oily pores, mud masks seem to be that one magical potion in our skincare cabinet that we reach out to every other week. What’s even more interesting is the fact that… Read More »
London: Following a low-carb diet has shown promise in reversing type 2 diabetes and new research suggests it could even help the hardest-to-treat patients ditch their medication. More than four million people in the UK have type 2 diabetes, which is linked to obesity and a poor lifestyle. A further seven million have prediabetes — and underdiagnosed condition… Read More »
Lahore: Couples who do chores together are happier, fight less, and have better healthier lives, according to new research. Americans spend an average of 664 hours doing household work each year, and women spend about an hour more each day tidying up than men do. Equal sharing of the burden of chores is becoming more common, however, and… Read More »
Islamabad: Millions of us dread bedtime as we lay tossing and turning trying to nod off. But a new study that suggests insomnia is in our genes gives scientists new hope for a cure. After analyzing the DNA of more than 85,000 people, researchers discovered 47 genetic sites that determine how easily we nod off, as well as… Read More »
London: If you have been diagnosed with anemia, it means that your body is deficient in iron. This happens when the hemoglobin level in the blood falls below the normal range and an individual’s red blood cell count becomes dangerously low. This is the main cause of concern for patients suffering from anemia. Iron deficiency anemia affects more women… Read More »
London: Consuming just one energy drink could increase your risk of heart attack and stroke in 90 minutes, a new study finds. Researchers from the University of Texas at Houston say the drinks narrow blood vessels, which restricts blood flow to vital organs. Past studies have linked energy drinks – such as Red Bull, Monster, and 5-Hour Energy… Read More »
London: My wife is a keen walker but has not been able to walk for months due to heel pain. Her doctor and podiatrist both suggested plantar fasciitis, but it does not hurt in the typical area, and she has not responded to treatment. She is 67. Heel pain, as your wife has found, can be a troublesome… Read More »
Being a mother is the toughest job in the world. It requires immense patience, diligence, and courage, in the course of molding young souls into responsible individuals who will be capable of obtaining a livelihood one fine day. While the importance and due respect of any job shouldn’t be suppressed, we as a society are at consistent risk… Read More »
London: Taking magnesium helped four out of five people suffering leg cramps at night, say, researchers. Lack of the mineral found in broccoli and green leafy vegetables is one of the most common causes of leg cramps, but only one in six people surveyed is aware of the connection. Two studies show taking magnesium oxide supplements can ease… Read More »
More severe cases (sun poisoning) are complicated by severe skin burning and blistering, massive fluid loss (dehydration), electrolyte imbalance, and possibly infection. With too much exposure, severe untreated sunburn can cause shock (poor circulation to vital organs) and even death. First aid treatment for sunburn includes over-the-counter pain relievers (for example ibuprofen or naproxen, which are anti-inflammatory drugs), and sunburn gels or creams. If medical… Read More »