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'Most searched' yogini reveals power of the spiritual practise

Adriene Mishler reveals her relationship with yoga, purpose and intention for others.

24 Jan 2018 2:22 PM IST

Donated milk is pumped, stored, usually frozen, thawed, handled, and then fed to an infant that is not the milk donors. (Photo: Pixabay)

Seek medical guidance before sharing breast milk, experts say

Informal milk sharing differs from formal milk sharing that takes place through breast milk banks.

24 Jan 2018 11:05 AM IST

Sleep deprivation and difficulties with getting a good nights rest have long been linked to cognitive problems over time. (Photo: Pixabay)

Middle age sleep problems tied to cognitive decline down the line

No one sleep therapy is a cure for all.

24 Jan 2018 10:24 AM IST

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions closely linked to obesity that includes increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol. (Photo: Pixabay)

Risk of obesity can be cut by eating peas, broccoli

Having dietary fiber can prevent obesity, metabolic syndrome, adverse changes in intestine by promoting growth of good...

24 Jan 2018 10:07 AM IST

Lets bust some obesity myths! (Photo: Pixabay)

Obesity in children likely to cause death earlier than their healthy...

According to report by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), child health is suffering at hands of...

24 Jan 2018 9:49 AM IST

Researchers declined to categorize e-cigarettes as a positive or negative influence on public health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vaping may be bad for kids, good for adults: study

Young people are more likely than adults to use e-cigarettes, and substantial evidence was found that vaping increases...

24 Jan 2018 9:19 AM IST

Constipation is not only a medical problem restricted to elders, but is also seen amongst youth and middle-aged population. (Photo: Pixabay)

Nearly 22 per cent Indian adults suffer constipation, says survey

Findings suggest majority of adult Indian population is suffering from condition, with 13 per cent complaining of severe...

23 Jan 2018 7:42 PM IST

$Doctors call it the \weekend effect\. (Photo: PIxabay)$ Life

People die more on weekends

Around 300,000 patients from 470 hospitals were monitored for the research.

23 Jan 2018 4:18 PM IST

The patient reported that he had abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea before seeing part of the worm hanging out of his body while on the toilet. (Photo: Pixabay)

Sushi lover pulls out 5-foot tapeworm from body

According to emergency room doctor Kenny Banh, the incident which happened two months ago while he was working in...

23 Jan 2018 3:58 PM IST

These symptoms including mood swings, fatigue and reduced interest in activities can make it difficult for mothers to bond with their newborns. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study shows babies suffer postpartum depression too

Studies show mother and child's cells are linked for up to 2 years after birth.

23 Jan 2018 3:15 PM IST

Humans can already receive pig heart valves and pancreases, but scientists have long sought to make their entire organs, which grow to around human size, available for harvest. (Photo: Pixabay)

Surgeon reveals he is creating bionic vaginas from pig intestine

The artificial organ will be created from pig intestine alongside a patient's own stem cells.

23 Jan 2018 2:47 PM IST

Total screen abstinence doesnt lead to happiness either. (Photo: Pixabay)

More screen time coincides with less happiness in youths

The key to digital media use and happiness is limited use.

23 Jan 2018 12:56 PM IST