For the first time, scientists have been able to prove that chronic calorie restriction expands the lifespan of small primates,…
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A common medication increases stomach cancer risk by 250 percent: Research
In a new study, it was revealed that a commonly prescribed medication (Proton pump inhibitors (PPI)) for acid reflux…
A probable new organ has been discovered in the human body
A simple connective tissue called interstitium that lies beneath the skin surface and surrounds organs was now found to…
Antibiotic that kills superbugs was successfully synthesised and used to treat an infection
Scientists at the University of Lincoln has successfully synthesized an antibiotic that is capable of killing superbugs. They used this…
Feelings of chronic pain can be suppressed by hunger: Research
Neuroscientists at the University of Pennsylvania have carried out a path-breaking study, wherein they found that feelings of chronic…
Obesity reduces the sense of taste and lowers taste buds: Study
New research has revealed that obesity reduces the number of taste buds in a study carried out by the scientists…
Study reveals 93% of bottled water contains plastic material; WHO launches health review
A new study revealed that 93% of the bottled water contains plastic materials. The study was carried out by…
Game-changer: This smartphone case checks blood pressure via fingertip and rivals arm-cuffs accuracy
Hypertension or high blood pressure is the underlying cause of heart attacks or strokes. Majority of the people with…
Do regular cycling for high testosterone levels and healthy immune system: Research
A new study revealed that regular cycling could hold back ageing and also revitalizes the immune system. This debunks…
Myth buster: Healthy diet cannot counteract the effects of high salt intake
In the latest study, scientists have found that intake of a healthy diet isn’t enough to counteract the effects…