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 »
Oiling or massaging your body (and the hair) is considered a traditional remedy that we have seen our parents and grandparents practice and talk about. Oiling has a lot more benefits to offer apart from nourishment. The belly button is not just a tiny dot on your navel but it is a chamber that holds the solution to… Read More »
London: Traditional diet rules suggest in order to lose weight we need to burn more calories than we eat, but when it comes to burning fat, research shows that eating more of certain foods might be more effective. Coffee: Coffee lovers rejoice! Coffee not only boosts your mood and improves your mental and physical performance, but it also helps… Read More »
London: Boosting levels of bacteria in your gut could be a new form of treatment against food poisoning, a new study has found. Researchers say that the byproduct of a group of bacteria found in the intestines hinders Salmonella from growing and multiplying. The byproduct, known as propionate, does not activate the immune system’s response to the infection… Read More »
A hair removal expert has revealed the common mistakes people make when getting rid of body hair – including the disgusting reason why you should avoid shaving. Sydney-born Trish Coulton, who now runs Bondi Body in London, revealed that shaving can leave your body covered in dead skin. Speaking exclusively to FEMAIL, she added that waxing and hair… Read More »
London: Waking up one day and discovering grey hair when you haven’t even hit thirty is a nightmare for many. No need to panic though, here are 11 things experts suggest you need to know about going grey while you’re still young. Your body stops producing melanin: The reason your hair suddenly turns grey is that the cells… Read More »
Islamabad: People looking to shrink their waistlines may want to adopt three simple eating habits to help them get there, new research suggests. The study tracked nearly 60,000 people and discovered that how fast they ate and the timing of their evening meals and snacks appeared to be significant factors in whether they ended up obese or managed… Read More »
Islamabad: From weight changes to impacting pregnancy, symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid can be life-changing You’ve undoubtedly heard about thyroid problems, but you wouldn’t be alone if you don’t really know exactly what the blanket term means or what the symptoms are. The small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck can be responsible for all manner of… Read More »
London: Iron deficiency is a global health problem of ‘epidemic proportions, according to the World Health Organization. Not only is it the most common deficiency across the planet, but it is also the most frequent cause of anaemia – which increases the risk of heart failure. Natalie Parletta, a dietitian based at the University of South Australia, says… Read More »
London: According to Dr. Irfan Masud, a senior consultant and orthopaedic surgeon at Maroof International Hospital Islamabad, “Almost every person suffers from one form of arthritis or another, during their lives.” In the United States, arthritic conditions limit the lives of more than seven million patients, second to heart disease as a cause of occupational disability. Dr. Masud… Read More »