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Older adults who are active are also physically and mentally fit, says study
Potatoes aren’t bad for people with type 2 diabetes, says study
More anxiety and less sleep: These were the effects of the covid-19 lockdown, says a study
Covid-19 anxiety is causing body image issues, according to this British study
Meat and dairy consumption can increase your risk of cancer: Study
Chances of reinfection high if covid-19 antibodies start reducing within 5 months: ICMR
Better nutrition is linked to improved mental and physical health: Study
Most people catch covid-19 indoors, but you still need to wear a mask outside. Here’s why
People with covid-19 may experience PTSD and brain fog post-recovery
4 of 5 hospitalized covid-19 patients show neurological symptoms: Study
Covid-19 antibodies in donated blood plasma decline within few months: Study
Moderna covid-19 vaccine shows positive results in older adults, says study
Sadly, women receive less attention than men after a heart attack: Study
Research finds gay, lesbian, and bisexual people more likely to get migraines
Exposure to diabetes in the womb can put your baby at the risk of heart disease
Had dengue before? Study suggests you might have some immunity against covid-19
This study says rheumatoid arthritis can increase your risk of diabetes by 23%
Covid-19 has sparked a mental health crisis in India, according to experts
Chinese study that infectious coronavirus can survive on frozen salmon for a week
Vitamin D levels can predict your risk of diseases, according to this study
Great for weight loss, bad for your heart: Study finds risks of the keto diet and intermittent fasting
You can reverse diabetes by losing weight, according to this British study
Antibiotics affect breast milk microbiota in mothers of premature babies: Study
A simple handgrip strength test can reveal if you’re at risk of type 2 diabetes
Not just your lungs, covid-19 could affect all your organs: AIIMS
Women shows better immune response against covid-19 than men, says study
Unfortunately, Hong Kong just reported the world’s first covid-19 reinfection
A very low-carb diet can boost metabolism, even in older adults: Study
Indians are more worried their family getting covid-19 than themselves: Study
Hate eating broccoli? Study says it can save you from a heart attack
Study reveals how loss of smell and taste in covid-19 differs from what you experience with the common cold
From immunity to mental health, here are 4 covid-19 updates you must know
Too many antibiotics can give you irritable bowel disease, says this study
Your friends can ward off your risk of depression, according to this study
Does fever come first or cough? This new study has decoded the pattern of covid-19 symptoms
This low-cost covid-19 test can diagnose you in 20 minutes and is 100% accurate
Study says gargling with mouthwash can reduce covid-19 transmission
It may take you 8 days after infection to show covid-19 symptoms, according to this study
From Alzheimer’s to bipolar disorder, obesity can give you all this and more
This study suggests you should sanitize your N95 masks in rice or electric cookers
Feel dizzy when you stand up? Study says you could be at a high risk of dementia
Eating blueberries daily can help women with muscle growth and repair: Study
This 50-year-old cancer patient beat covid-19 at home with yoga
The number of pregnancies you’ve had can determine your risk of heart disease
The elderly with macular degeneration can have severe covid-19 complications: Study
European study finds women with PCOS 19% more likely to have heart disease
It’s time to giggle away your worries as study suggests laughter can reduce stress levels
We are going to feel the effects of covid-19 for decades, says WHO
This new study says mothers can safely breastfeed after receiving anesthesia
Children younger than 5 years could very well be carriers of covid-19: Study
Covid-19 increases the risk of blood clots in pregnant women: Study
A negative outlook can subtract 2 years from your life according to this study
Love hormone oxytocin can help treat Alzheimer’s patients: Study
Science says a happy outlook towards life can help you stay physically fit
Your weight dictates your risk of death by covid-19, according to this study
Turns out, the elderly are coping with the covid-19 pandemic much better than us millennials
Don’t expect a covid-19 vaccine before early 2021, says WHO
Covid antibodies might not be able to save you from future infections according to this study
You’re more likely to get covid-19 from someone at home than outside: Study
Ministry of Health says your N95 masks with respirator valves are not safe to use
Mixing antibiotics with a high-fat diet can seriously mess up your gut: Study
This study says exercising can help your parents live longer by reducing muscle loss
All hail haldi! Study claims curcumin in turmeric can kill certain corona viruses
Regular eye check-ups today can prevent glaucoma in old-age: Study
Yes obesity can trigger viral infections, including covid-19: Study
Getting bouts of anxiety and panic might be symptoms of covid-19: Study
Moderna vaccine can produce immune response against coronavirus, says study
Study says the covid-19 pandemic is also going to increase HIV, TB, and malaria cases
A 20-minute walk on the beach daily is great for your mental health: Study
Here’s how the good bacteria in your gut can keep your heart healthy
Has Russia successfully made the first vaccine for covid-19? Here’s what you need to know
High blood sugar in covid-19 patients without diabetes can be deadly: Study
A novel solution for the novel coronavirus: Scientists develop an air filter to catch and kill SARS-CoV-2
According to the WHO, eradicating covid-19 is going to be unlikely
Study says that pasteurising breast milk can inactivate covid-19 virus
Study says covid-19 can cause delirium and rare brain inflammation
Science says that eating probiotics can help ease depression
Researchers find that asthma does not increase the severity of covid-19
Here’s why many scientists are now saying that covid-19 is airborne
High blood pressure during pregnancy can increase risk of heart disease in women
As the government revises covid home isolation guidelines, here are 7 things to keep in mind
Indian health ministry suggests plasma therapy only for covid patients with moderate infections
Study suggests that blood test can predict severity of covid-19
Menopause increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, says study
Most women going through menopause show signs of depression: Study
Meet G4, a virus with pandemic potential which has just been found in China
India’s first covid-19 vaccine, by Bharat Biotech, gets a go-ahead for human trials
Study says that eating sugar can increase fat deposits around the heart
These 4 health benefits of weight-loss friendly apple cider vinegar will make you swoon
In a bizarre turn of events, a Kolkata woman found out that she’s actually a man and has testicular cancer
Sharing a bed with your spouse can help you sleep better and be stress-free: Study
The wait for a covid-19 vaccine is going to be longer than we expect it to be: WHO
Covid-19 patients with hypertension more likely to test positive again after recovery
Does your partner have erectile dysfunction? Here’s what you need to do
Covid-19 might scar you for life by giving you an irreversible lung problem
From weight loss to better digestion, a pinch of black pepper comes with these 6 health benefits
All hail these 5 superfoods that can boost your immunity this monsoon
All hail vitamin D! It can even prevent side-effects of anti-cancer immunotherapy
Can the MMR vaccine prevent severe covid-19 complications? These American researchers sure think so
Yoga diet 101: Nosh on these 5 sattvic foods that can boost your immunity
People suffering from depression are at a high risk of heart disease: Study
Say bye-bye to lower back pain with the seated-twist asana. Here’s how you can do it
Follow this beginners’ guide to bow pose to lose weight and tone your belly
Covid-19 update: Researchers say SARS-CoV-2 impacts respiratory centre of the brain
Covid-19 patients with high levels of stress hormone cortisol more likely to die: Lancet
Exercising too much for too long can cut short your life span: Study
It’s time to gain strength, inside and out, with the warrior I pose. Here’s how you can do it
Tested positive for covid-19? Here’s what to do next according to a doctor
This study says the covid-19 pandemic has changed people’s sexual behaviour
Steroid drug dexamethasone shows a new ray of hope in treating covid-19
Try the tree pose to find balance and improve your posture
Your loneliness is holding you back from quitting smoking, says this study
Shruti Haasan gets candid about period woes and PCOS, and how she dealt with it
MRI scans can help treat the tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease, says study
Downward-facing dog can help you feel energetic and this is how you can do it
Contrary to popular belief, even moderate drinking can increase your risk of dying
Nosh on these 5 foods to reduce your cholesterol and keep your heart happy
Green jackfruit can help manage diabetes by lowering blood sugar: Study
Turns out covid-19 can trigger diabetes even in healthy people
Hungry kya? Try these 7 nutritionist-backed ways to curb your hunger pangs
This study says people with diabetes are more likely to get bone fractures
Finally science explains why heading to bed immediately after dinner can make you fat
Obese people likely to suffer mental and physical health issues during the pandemic: Study
Being happy can keep gastrointestinal infections away or so claims this study
WHO clarifies comment on asymptomatic spread of covid-19, leaving everyone confused
Asymptomatic patients transmitting covid-19 rare, but fight far from over: WHO
Study says your negative thoughts can increase your risk of dementia
Don’t let covid-induced recession mess up your mental health. Here’s how you can cope
There really is a right way to drink water and Malaika Arora is here to tell you all about it
Think you might be dating a narcissist? Here’s what a psychotherapist suggests you must do
All hail the power of love! Study says romance can reduce stress in breast cancer patients
Young women are more likely to cling to alcohol than men, says study
Say bye-bye to dark circles with these DIY hacks, courtesy a dermatologist
Eating whole grains can lower your risk of type-2 diabetes: Study
Covid-19 prevention: Social distancing and masks are our best bets according to the Lancet
Drinking milk can’t save women from age-related bone density loss: Study
A study found that living in higher altitudes can reduce your risk of covid-19
