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Fitness testing can motivate patients to get into better shape over time, and it focuses on health promotion rather than on illness(PC:ANI)

Staying fit may reduce risk of heart attack: study

The study suggests that even a small increase in fitness can significantly improve health.

15 Jan 2019 3:54 PM IST

The tribes follow traditional methods of oral hygiene, which were found to be inadequate and inaccurate.

Need for oral screening among tribes

Around 1,000 persons belonging to both tribes were studied and it was found that members of both tribes had poor...

15 Jan 2019 12:33 AM IST

The obesity noted is usually in the truncal and abdomen region. (Representational Image)

Take Turkish bath to heal paralysis, obesity

Sweating during hot bath can have caloric burning to that of running.

15 Jan 2019 12:27 AM IST

The boys parents alleged that he died due to the negligence of doctors while performing surgery and lodged a complaint with the Pet Basheerabad police. (Representional Image)

Foamy soap bad for dermatitis

The probability of atopic dermatitis is more in urban areas.

15 Jan 2019 12:25 AM IST

The results suggest a 15-30 per cent decrease in all-cause and cardiovascular related mortality when comparing people who eat the highest amount of fibre. (Photo: ANI)

Eat more dietary fibre to lower risk of non-communicable diseases

Whole grain breads or nuts like almonds, pistachios or pumpkin and sunflower seeds too have a high-fibre content in...

14 Jan 2019 12:39 PM IST

Due to this reason we are seeing women (mostly) becoming paranoid with their weight issues and there is a frantic state of mind where the weight is always a concern.

When thin gets in, health goes out

Eating disorders like Bulimia which are on the rise given the obsession for being thin can cause serious health issues.

14 Jan 2019 12:09 AM IST

Most people go on vacation to explore new places, meet new people, for adventure, to be close to nature, learn a new culture etc.

Sleepcation is the new vacay to reclaim energy

People are now taking short vacations to repay sleep debt.

13 Jan 2019 12:32 AM IST

Plant-based diets play a key role in cardiovascular health, which is critical for endurance athletes. (Photo: ANI)

'Plant-based diet boosts athletes' performance'

A low-fat, vegetarian diet is the most effective dietary pattern clinically shown to reverse plaque.

12 Jan 2019 11:40 AM IST

If you are planning to hit the gym, you need to keep in mind a few things. (Photo: ANI)

Finally hitting the gym? Here's your self-help guide

Jim Edwards in his article states three truths about your idea of going to the gym and maintaining a healthier...

10 Jan 2019 11:52 AM IST

The boys parents alleged that he died due to the negligence of doctors while performing surgery and lodged a complaint with the Pet Basheerabad police. (Representional Image)

South Indians burn more calories: Study

We used to say that rice eaters don't put on weight but majority of rice is converted into fat by insulin in our body.

10 Jan 2019 1:31 AM IST

Those who spend most of the time indoors have a tendency to put on weight compared to those who spend most of their time outdoors. (Representational Image)

44 per cent of men, 38 per cent women physically inactive

Docs say walking or gymming for 30 min a day is not enough to burn calories.

10 Jan 2019 1:23 AM IST

The meeting was attended by representatives of Facebook, Google, Twitter, Whatsapp, YouTube and Instagram as well as officials from the Department of Telecom and various security agencies. (Photo: AFP)

How comparison with others on FB affects health

Researchers have found that increased use of social media is associated with perceptions of worsening physical health.

9 Jan 2019 2:59 PM IST