Exercise helps improve motor disability in people with Parkinson’s disease
Even though exercise is known to be healthy, many people find it difficult to maintain an exercise program for a longer time. This applies even more to people with a...
Study shows that squeezing calories and working out may have a negative impact on bone health
A new study published today in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research shows how bones in mammals are negatively impacted by calorie restriction,...
Study reports that contrary to popular perception, teenagers who do not date have better social and leadership skills
Dating, especially during the teenage years, is thought to be an important way for young people to build self-identity, develop social skills,...
Pets could help individuals avoid the negative consequences of loneliness after a loss, suggests a new study
Researchers have found the companionship of a pet after the loss of a spouse can help reduce feelings of depression and loneliness in...
Health minister Dr Harsh Vardhan has launched the "Eat Right India" campaign to deal with rising incidence of non communicable diseases
“Eat Right, Stay Fit, Tabhi India Super Fit”, Dr Harsh Vardhan said this as he launched the Eat Right...
Study shows that regular text messages reminding diabetes patients about lifestyle changes can help them control blood sugar
A low-cost text-messaging programme improves blood sugar control in patients with diabetes and coronary heart disease. That's the finding of the CHAT-DM...
Study shows that even older people can build muscle once they start exercising; it does not matter whether they have exercised before
Older people who have never taken part in sustained exercise programmes have the same ability to build muscle...
Study finds waist size, not BMI, may be a better predictor of risk of coronary artery disease
It is well known that obesity as measured by overall body mass index (BMI) could lead to heart disease. A new study indicates...
MIT study shows the students who practice mindfulness - meditation - perform better in academics, are less stressed
Two new studies from MIT suggest that mindfulness -- the practice of focusing one's awareness on the present moment -- more commonly...
Owning a pet, especially a dog may be good for your heart, improve overall cardiovascular health
Owning a pet may help maintain a healthy heart, especially if that pet is a dog, according to the first analysis of data from...
