Why dark chocolate is beneficial to health
Washington – Researchers have claimed to have solved the mystery behind the health benefits of dark chocolate. The researchers have said that certain bacteria in the stomach gobble the chocolate and ferment it into anti-inflammatory compounds that are good for the heart. The team tested... read more »
Beating patch of cells could heal broken hearts
Washington – Researchers have now engineered tissue that closely mimics natural heart muscle that beats, not only in a lab dish but also when implanted into animals. Nasim Annabi, Ph.D said that repairing damaged hearts could help millions of people around the world live longer, healthier... read more »
Appearance urges mothers to diet
London – Ill-fitting clothes, unflattering photos and health concerns are the top three reasons why mothers are spurred on to lose weight, according to a survey. New research shows that while a mother`s main priority for family meals is keeping everyone else healthy and happy, when it comes... read more »
Healthy diet in midlife slashes dementia by 90 per cent
Plenty of vegetables, fruit and fish from the age of 40 slashes the risk of developing the killer brain disease by 90 per cent. A study has found that a higher intake of saturated fats from butter, cakes and fast food is linked to poorer cognitive functions and an increased chance of dementia. But... read more »
