TORONTO: Seventy per cent of readings from home blood pressure monitors are unacceptably inaccurate, which could have serious implications for people relying on them to make informed health decisions, a new study warns.     The findings are extremely relevant given millions of patients are asked to monitor their blood pressure through a device at home and report the results back to their…

Having a moneyplant or a cactus in your verandah is so predictable. More and more plant lovers are waking up to a more exciting — if bizarre — gardening option. Welcome to the world of carnivorous plants, which you've probably read about in school. Now, nurseries are selling them by the dozen to enthusiastic gardeners. They need little care, have to be watered from time to time and…

Washington: Health benefits of probiotics- the “good bacteria” found in fermented foods and dietary supplements- is known to almost all. Now a first-of-its kind study by University of Colorado Boulder, scientists suggests that lesser-known gut-health promoters called prebiotics, which serve as food for good bacteria inside the gut, can also have an impact, improving sleep and buffering…

New York: While anti-ageing moisturisers only go skin deep, reducing calorie consumption can slow the ageing process at cellular level, suggests new research. The study, published in the journal Molecular & Cellular Proteomics, showed that when ribosomes — the cell’s protein makers — slow down, the ageing process slows too. The decreased speed lowers production but gives ribosomes…

It’s that time of the year again when everything from the weather to our mood is a bit romantic. It’s the most perfect setting when love is in the air, joy in our heart and good food on our plates. Valentine’s Day is a day of love and goes without saying that there’s a lot to love about food. There’s is, of course, the food of love also known as aphrodisiacs. These are…

Benefits of gingerGinger is not only a most ancient herb; it has reputation as spice worldwide. It has become renowned for its range of health benefits.  The herb is full of essential nutrients such as anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Dr Shamsunnahar Nahid shares the benefits of ginger. *    To improve immunity system, ginger root is well-liked. Adding…

New York: Toddlers who regularly take naps may develope better language skills than those who do not take a nap, researchers say. The findings showed that three-year-olds who napped within about an hour of learning a new verb performed better than those who stayed awake for at least five hours after learning, regardless of whether they were habitual nappers. While an infant between birth and six months…

To maintain healthy and beautiful skin during and post pregnancy, you may need to reconsider your skincare routine. It is necessary to protect your skin with natural lotions, cream and massage oils to sustain natural glow of your skin, says an expert. Sushrutha C. K., research associate at Natural Product Innovations R&D Himalaya Drug Company, has shared tips on pregnancy skin care. * Dry and…

A pop of color on your lips can brighten up any dull day. But applying lipstick perfectly is not that easy. It might get tricky at times and you might end up with something horribly wrong. We will share with you some tips and tricks to perfectly apply lipstick like a pro. These tips will also help your lipstick stay put and make your look gorgeous with long lasting results. We will also share with…

I effed up my first marriage, I’ll admit it. I’ve been married twice. When my first husband and I were first married, I thought he was the perfect man for me. We were SO in love, SO passionate. I was so caught up in how good it all felt that I didn’t realize until the marriage was over that I had never really been committed to the relationship, I had never thought about it as a long-term…

Headaches are common in our daily life. Usually they are not serious and occur from stress, sinus, and tension. The problem arises when you have to differentiate between dangerous and non-dangerous headaches which are rare, but require immediate attention. Before you ignore a serious, urgent headache you should know when to see a doctor. Which headache is dangerous..? Here are some which require your…

New Delhi [India]: When people get married, they promise to spend a lifetime together. During these years, both partners do a lot of growing, and you can either grow together, or grow apart. Varsha Vadhyar, the co-founder of Footloosenomore.com, shared few tips for this beautiful period. While there is no sure shot formula to make things work, certain things should be discussed so the marriage doesn’t…

New York: People suffering from chronic non-specific lower back pain can find solace in yoga, say researchers, adding that yoga asanas under proper guidance can help reduce pain and allow movement in such people over the short term. The trials for the study were conducted in India, the UK and the US. All participants had chronic non-specific lower back pain. “Our findings suggest that yoga exercise…