Everyone wants to have beautiful feet, especially during the warmer months, when flip flops and sandals are the go-to footwear. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to keep your feet in tip-top shape because they take a lot of wear and tear. They support your weight and get you around,

Many people want to know how to lose weight, because this experience can be difficult and, even, frustrating, particularly, for people who are impatient with the results and look for the easiest and fastest way to lose weight. With all the factors that can make you stumble, such as those

A new study has revealed that practicing yoga for as little as three months can reduce fatigue and lower inflammation in breast cancer patients.At the six-month point of the study- three months after the formal yoga practice had ended- results showed that on average, fatigue was 57

A team of researchers have suggested that health and wealth may be more strongly connected than previously believed.The group examined Americans’ Google search patterns and discovered that during the recent Great Recession, people searched considerably more frequently for information

A new study has revealed that eating a diet rich in fiber can protect against allergic asthma by triggering changes in the immune system.Benjamin Marsland from the University Hospital of Lausanne in Switzerland and colleagues found that levels of dietary fiber, found in fruit and

Young people consuming more than one can of soft drink daily are more likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, heart disease or a stroke, a new study has claimed.The health of 1400 teenagers were followed by The Telethon Institute for Child Health Research in Perth, as part of its ongoing

A new study has suggested when to-be-moms exercised for three 20-minute sessions a week, their babies’ brains showed more mature patterns of activity.The findings have come from a randomised controlled trial in humans to show that a pregnant mother’s exercise routine can impact her

A new study has revealed that while zinc may be best for prevention, acetaminophen, ibuprofen and perhaps antihistamine-decongestant combinations are the recommended treatments.The study by Drs. Michael Allan, Department of Family Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, and Bruce

UK scientists have found that the Mediterranean diet, which includes fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, fish and olive oil, could help in reducing the risk of developing dementia later in life.Scientists at the University of Exeter’s Medical School found that the diet could boost cognitive

Supplementing the diet of well-nourished adults with mineral or vitamin supplements has no clear benefit and might even be harmful, researchers have revealed.The authors of three new studies said these vitamins should not be used for chronic disease prevention, while urging consumers to

We all know about the healing properties of food (and the damaging ones too!). So how do foods heal, exactly? Here are 5 foods that are easily accessible to us, but we may not be including them. Get to know their properties, and include these in everyday recipes to get the max

From over exfoliating to using an unclean makeup kit, here are common bad skin habits that must be avoidedHow often one skips washing our face at night due to a tired day? Or even buy older makeup without casting a glance at its expiry date? Radiant youthful skin is the first sign of good

We`ve been raised into believing that men and women have specific traits - masculine and feminine, respectively, that define their gender roles. While men ought to represent strength and bravery, women are seen as somewhat weak and docile.Adhering to this enduring tradition are today`s

Treat your in-laws with respect, give your spouse breathing space and keep the spark alive to build a rock-solid relationshipNowadays, the term `long-lasting marriage` is an oxymoron. With divorce rates rising, separation has become the easiest solution to tackle any rocky relationship!

  DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Matching Lipstick’. Take your makeup box and try… Matching Lipstick Would you match your lipstick to your dress? What was once a beauty faux pas can create a fabulous effect if done right. Case in point: The petal pink shade American

With the onset of winter, joint pain is inevitable. One needs to take extra care of the joints and bone during low temperatures as the weather can not only exacerbate joint pain but can also causes serious problems if left unattended. Dr. Shailendra Patil, (Joint Replacement Surgeon),

A new study led by an Indian origin researcher has found that a major component of olive oil, hydroxytyrosol, may help prevent breast cancer in postmenopausal women.“We know there is a correlation between breast density and breast cancer,” Tejal Patel, M.D., breast medical oncologist

Scientists have suggested a simple ten step approach to help you keep an eye on your alcohol intake so that you can maintain a healthy lifestyle despite your love for drinking.Jurgen Rehm from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Canada, and David Nutt, Neuropsychopharmacologist

DHAKA: The average woman will spend more of her life wearing make-up than not, according to a new report.In a typical day, women will have a face full of cosmetics for nearly 13 hours a day and will have just 11 hours free from itResearchers surveyed a total of 2,000 women in a detailed

It`s not difficult to attain long and healthy hair. Hair stylist Sylvia Chen says, "To ensure that you have a good hair growth, you must incorporate some essentials like washing your hair with cold water, including proteins in your diet and massaging your scalp every day."Here are a few