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25 pc smokers with gene defect likelier to develop lung cancer

Washington: 25 percent of smokers who carry a defect in the BRCA2 gene would be developing lung cancer at some point in their lifetime, a large-scale, international study reveals.

The defect in BRCA2 – best known for its role in breast cancer – increases the risk of developing lung cancer by about 1.8 times.

Why most doctors wish to die ‘in peace’

New York: Unlike what they actually practice – pursuing aggressive, life-prolonging treatment for terminally-ill patients – most physicians would like to forego it for themselves, a new study reveals.

Most physicians would choose a do-not-resuscitate or “no code” status for themselves when they are terminally ill, according to a study from Stanford University School of Medicine.

Most tobacco users never try quitting: Survey

Mumbai: Most tobacco consumers have never tried kicking the bad habit despite being aware of ill-effects of the addiction, according to a survey.

It also added that though willpower is rated as the biggest source of motivation for quitting smoking or chewing tobacco; motivation by friends, peers is ranked next to it.

5 Natural Herbs to improve Hair Growth

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Do you often face one of those mornings where your bath drain is blocked because of all the hair you’re shedding? It is true that losing hair is really heart breaking and the sight of seeing yourself going bald during your heydays is really a nightmare.

Hair fall is a common problem that people face these days. Now, hair loss can be due to various reasons as in this hectic life we hardly get any time to maintain a beauty regime.

Here are a few herbs that help in promoting hair growth naturally:

Aloe Vera gel

Aloe vera contains antibacterial and antifungal properties which help a lot in keeping a check on dandruff.aloe-vera-hair-hair-care

Take some aloe vera gel and apply it on your scalp for around 30 minutes and later wash it off. It helps in blood circulation and also fights against alopecia.

Neem leaves paste

Take some neem leaves and boil them for 30 minutes. Now, crush them and make a paste. After this, apply this paste on your scalp for around an hour and then rinse it off later. Neem helps in fighting hair thinning and greying.Neem-leaves-paste for hair health

Amla

Amla works as a hair tonic and is an essential ingredient for hair care. It does not just help in strengthening roots of hair, but also enrich hair growth. It also prevents dandruff and premature greying of hair.Amla-Hair-health

Ginseng

Ginseng helps in stimulating blood circulation, thereby promoting healthy hair follicles. It can be consumed either as supplements or can be applied to the scalp with some hair oil.Ginseng-for-hair-health

Rosemary

Rosemary can stimulate hair growth. Rosemary herb extractions, when applied over the scalp, are known to stimulate hair-bulbs and help prevent premature baldness.Rosemary-for-hair-health

Physical activity could help overweight women avoid heart diseases

Washington: Researchers have suggested that for otherwise healthy middle-aged women who are overweight or obese, physical activity may be their best option for avoiding heart disease.

These findings were reported in a paper led by authors at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital for Einstein.

How testosterone shapes men’s parenting skills

Washington: Researchers have revealed that insights from a highly social fish can help understand how other androgenic steroids, like testosterone , can shape a male’s parenting skills.

According to a recent Georgia State University research study, once bluebanded gobies become fathers, they stay close to the developing eggs, vigorously fan and rub them until they hatch, and also protect them from mothers who would eat them.

Health benefits of garlic

New Delhi: Garlic is one of the oldest medicinal plants and is widely recognised as a health enhancing supplement. It not just gives flavour to your food, but is also a rich source of Selenium and Vitamin C which is very good for your health.

Here are a few health benefits of garlic.

5 signs you may have heart attack

New Delhi: Heart attack is one of the deadly diseases which may prove fatal if not treated on time. It is regarded as the leading cause of death for people over the age of 40.

A heart attack happens when blood supply to this vital organ gets blocked. The most common cause of a heart attack is sudden and complete blockage by a freshly formed blood clot due to which the heart is deprived of oxygen.

Summer special: Easy tips to repair split ends

New Delhi: With the mercury soaring to 45 degree Celsius, this is the season where you need to be more conscious not just about your eating habits but also about your hair care regime.

Hair problem, especially split ends is one of the most common issues that almost every one faces during this extreme hot season.

Eating grapes reduces knee painEating grapes reduces knee pain

New York: Suffering from knee pain? Adding grapes to your diet can help you lessen that excruciating knee pain.

Daily grape consumption may help alleviate pain associated with symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee and improve joint flexibility and overall mobility, a research said.

Just 30 minutes of music training improves language

London: Do not junk your singing or classical music training class as there is a healthier side to it. Just half an hour of simple music training daily increases blood flow to a particular area of brain that processes language skills.

According to researchers at the University of Liverpool, a brief musical training can increase the blood flow in the left hemisphere of our brain.

5 easy home remedies to cure indigestion

New Delhi: It is a common fact that most people tend to eat more when the food is just too delicious or during festive season. But, overindulgence in food can take your health for a toss and may lead to indigestion.

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, occurs when the digestive juices in the stomach are not secreted properly and as a result causes discomfort.

New cure found for HIV virus?

Washington: According to STI centers for testing, scientists have discovered new vulnerable site on the HIV virus that can be attacked by human antibodies in a way that neutralizes the infectivity of a wide variety of HIV strains.

The researchers from Scripps Research Institute Scientists working with the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative said that an effective vaccine would work by eliciting a strong and long-lasting immune response against vulnerable conserved sites on the virus-sites that don’t vary much from strain to strain, and that, when grabbed by an antibody, leave the virus unable to infect cells.

‘Love hormone’ bonds animals like humans: Study

New York: And you thought you had a patent on ‘love hormone’ when it comes to showing affection! Dogs too have oxytocin and release it in a good quantity when in love or looking for bonding.

In fact, experts were shocked by the levels of oxytocin released in animals.

Eating peaches may slow breast cancer growth and spread

Washington: Compounds in peaches can inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells and their ability to spread, scientists have found.

Researchers from Washington State University and Texas A&M said the compounds could be a novel addition to therapies that reduce the risk of metastasis, the primary killer in breast and many other cancers.

Five natural ways to keep your blood pressure at bay

High blood pressure or hypertension has become one of the most common health issues today as a result of hectic lifestyles, stress and food habits. People of all ages, including the young ones are experiencing hypertension, which needs to be watched and prevented.

If not treated in time, high blood pressure can lead lead to serious health conditions including coronary heart disease, heart failure, kidney failure, stroke, vision loss, etc.

Marijuana may cause heart problems in young adults

Washington: Young adults who smoke marijuana may be at risk for serious or even fatal heart problems, according to a study by French researchers on Wednesday.

The findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association raises new concerns about the safety of marijuana, just as many parts of the world are relaxing laws on its use and medicinal marijuana is gaining popularity for treating certain health conditions.

Laugh your way to improved short-term memory

Washington: A new study has revealed that laughter can improve short-term memory and makes the brain work better in older adults.

The research conducted by Loma Linda University in Southern California made 20 normal, healthy, older adults watched a funny video distraction-free for 20 minutes and found that those who got to laugh the 20 minutes away with the funny video scored better on short-term memory tests, ABC News reported.

One bottle wine a day keeps the doctor away!

London: Scientists have revealed that a bottle of wine a day is not bad for the health and abstaining is worse than drinking.

Former World Health Organisation expert has claimed that alcohol is only harmful when it is consumed 13 units in a day, the Independent reported.

Newly pregnant? Here are 5 tips for a healthy pregnancy

After one comes across the news of a positive pregnancy, all one can feel is happiness and excitement. Pregnancy is certainly the most beautiful period of a woman’s life. But, one has to be cautious to support a healthy pregnancy. The way you care for yourself early in pregnancy has a great impact on your baby’s development.

So, it is important to be careful and vigilant during the early pregnancy as lapse of care may lead to several complications like the risk of preterm delivery, development of asthma to complicate pregnancy, gestational diabetes etc.

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