High carbohydrate diet may induce obesity in some: Study
New York-- Researchers have identified a DNA mutation common in animals that may explain why a diet high in carbohydrates induces obesity and diabetes...
US registered over 80k Covid-19 cases past weekend
Washington-- In a grim development, the US registered more than 80,000 new Covid-19 cases in the past weekend, leading to fears and concerns of...
UNICEF to transport up to 850 tons of Covid-19 vaccine per month
United Nations--United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) could potentially transport up to 850 tonnes of Covid-19 vaccines per month in 2021, should such quantities become...
High testosterone levels can raise heart failure risk in men
New York-- Men with genetic predisposition to high testosterone levels could be at increased risk of developing blood clots and heart failure, a study...
New imaging tool reveals extent of Alzheimer’s early damage
New York-- Scientists have found that a new imaging technology allows them to see the widespread loss of brain synapses in early stages of...
New high blood pressure guidelines: Think your blood pressure is fine? Think again…
By Monique Tello, MD, MPH
Harvard Gazette
The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association certainly grabbed the attention of us busy primary care...
Lead in spices, herbal remedies, ceremonial powders is highly injurious, particularly for children
By Dr. K.S. Parthasarathy
The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention has found that in North Carolina, 61 children of Asian descent (specifically, Indians,...
Teens with optimistic, happy feelings may lead to better health in adulthood
San Francisco-- Teenagers with the feeling of optimism, happiness, self-esteem, belongingness and love, were more likely to reach their 20s and 30s in good...
Artificial sweeteners may be contributing to type 2 diabetes
Sydney-- A $2.2 billion industry to help people lose weight through artificial sweeteners may be contributing to type 2 diabetes, researchers have warned.
The study,...
5 signs of a healthy menstrual cycle you shouldn’t ignore
New Delhi-- A healthy menstrual cycle is not only indicative of good reproductive health but also reflects overall well-being.
It is essential for women to...
