Providing yet another evidence on how young girls are taking extreme steps to chase the media defined "perfect" and thin bodies, a recent research has found that schoolgirls as young as 12 are not happy with the way they look. They wish they were thinner and are skipping meals to lose weight. According to the research conducted by Schools Health Education Unit, half of the 12 and 13 year olds and 58 per cent of 14 or 15 year olds said that they wanted to lose weight.
According to a recent study, consuming food rich in vitamin E could lower the risk of liver cancer in older people.
Women suffering eating disorders to chase the image of a 'perfect' body have been in the realm of society's sub-conscious for time immemorial.
According to a latest research, energy drinks that claim to boost up energy are nothing more than a waste of money could also be harmful.
According to a latest research, consumption of oily fish could be very harmful for prostate cancer victims and could significantly increase their chances of succumbing to the disease.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Qsymia to be taken in addition to a reduced-calorie diet and exercise for chronic weight management.
For many, retirement is very difficult to deal with. Life suddenly comes to a halt with nowhere to rush to everyday, and lying on the cozy bed for a major part of the day, becomes a routine. However, scientists say that sleeping for long hours in old age, might be harmful for the brain. Even, not getting proper sleep is also harmful. Now, the scientists say that restricting oneself to seven hours night sleep might be helpful in preventing the brain from ageing by extra two years. Care should be ...
According to a University of Michigan research, cancer patients between 14 and 38 years old, have social, psychological and informational support needs that might be going unmet.
Researchers from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center found that women who want to lose weight should faithfully keep a food journal, and avoid skipping meals and eating in restaurants - especially at lunch.
A new study has revealed that a low-fat diet with high fruits and vegetables "may help to reduce or eliminate hot flashes and night sweats associated with menopause."
A new study has claimed that drinking a moderate amount of alcohol as part of a healthy lifestyle may benefit women's bone health, lowering their risk of developing osteoporosis.
A latest research reveals that when food is taken in smaller portions and several times a day, people tend to get full faster and also consume lesser.
ccording to an UCLA study, nearly four million California adults in households with children, as well as low-income Latinos, could not afford to put sufficient food on the table during the recent recession.
According to new research, children born to obese mothers face health problems stemming from the womb.
Researchers say that they have looked at two vaccinations that could possibly help with the weight los fight.