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MSG, a type of salt that enhances flavour, has been used in oriental cooking for a century. (Photo: Pixabay)

Chinese takeaways could help fight dementia, says study

Sufferers who ate daily amounts of monosodium glutamate saw their memory improve.

27 Oct 2018 11:49 AM IST

The pills used to reduce gastric acid when taken over a period of time makes the kidneys weaker and may lead to shutting down of the organ. (Photo: Pixabay)

Antibiotics are 'avoidable trigger' for bowel disease: Study

This study helps explain the link through understanding the biological processes involved.

27 Oct 2018 11:44 AM IST

Tuberculosis is considered to be the worlds deadliest infectious disease. (Photo: Pexels)

Millions with high blood sugar face tuberculosis risk

Tuberculosis, a severe infection caused by bacteria in the lungs, kills almost as many people each year as HIV/AIDS and...

27 Oct 2018 9:46 AM IST

While protein supplements absolutely have their place, it is important to begin pooling data for foods and understanding the role they can play in these situations. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cottage cheese as late night snack may boost health, says study

Study found having 30 grammes of protein about 30 minutes before bed appears to have positive effect on muscle quality,...

27 Oct 2018 9:30 AM IST

The shenanigans of the CBI and its internal intrigues have often made it appear like an unconvincing cinema villain.

At CBI, it's sleuth vs sleuth

A lot more may happen before the CBI recovers from this huge hit to its already low credibility as a caged parrot' that...

27 Oct 2018 1:01 AM IST

The term cocktail is typically used to denote an alcoholic beverage that combines a minimum of three ingredients.

Cocktails: Masala Maar Ke

Desi versions of classic drinks will have you all set to impress at parties coming up this festive season.

27 Oct 2018 12:15 AM IST

This is important because it adds to the body of literature that indicates that whole foods work just as well as protein supplementation (Photo: AFP)

Research shows cottage cheese may be a healthy option for snacking

This is one of the first nutrition studies where participants consumed a whole food as opposed to a protein shake.

26 Oct 2018 8:01 PM IST

The signature on the painting is an algorithm that was actually used to create the artwork (Photo: AFP)

Portrait generated using AI sells for $432000 at auction

15000 classic portraits were run through software by artist Pierre Fautrel and his team to generate the picture.

26 Oct 2018 5:41 PM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds impact of obesity on kidney transplant outcomes

Transplantation for many obese patients will have a significant impact on quality of life and longevity for these...

26 Oct 2018 3:49 PM IST

Around 26000 people viewed her surgery on Facebook (Photo: AFP)

Woman encourages people to get checked for breast cancer by live...

Breast cancer survivors and their loved ones across the globe are trying to bring attention to the issue by...

26 Oct 2018 3:23 PM IST

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Acute kidney injury associated with higher risk of dementia

Further studies are needed to determine the long-term cognitive consequences of AKI.

26 Oct 2018 3:06 PM IST

He announced the campaign on social media; where he urged people to wear Indian Ethnic wear on all 5 special days of Diwali.

Virat Kohli looks dashing as he launches festive campaign titled India...

Indian skipper says he has very fond memories of spending entire Diwali week from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj with family and...

26 Oct 2018 2:28 PM IST