Lifestyle

Drink pink-coloured sports beverages to boost exercise performance: Study

Washington [US], May 15 (ANI): A new study has highlighted the benefits of consuming pink coloured drinks for an energy boost. Researchers have found that pink-coloured sports beverages can boost exercise performance by 4.4 per cent over clear fluids.

2021-05-15T12:20:48.946728+00:00 IST

Study finds older adults, adolescents lack attention in social situations

Washington [US], May 15 (ANI): The findings of recent research led by the University of Kent found that older adults and adolescents pay less attention to social cues in real-world interactions than young adults.

2021-05-15T11:16:36.547519+00:00 IST

Lockdown led to positive lifestyle changes in older people

Edinburgh [Scotland], May 14 (ANI): The COVID-19 lockdown was a catalyst for many older people to embrace technology, reconnect with friends and build new relationships with neighbours, according to University of Stirling research.

2021-05-14T17:32:44.647957+00:00 IST

Adolescents, older adults lack attention in social situations: Study

Washington [US], May 14 (ANI): New research led by the University of Kent has found that adolescents and older adults pay less attention to social cues in real-world interactions than young adults.

2021-05-14T13:02:01.936242+00:00 IST

People celebrate Akshaya Tritiya at home amid pandemic as gold shops remain closed

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Akshaya Tritiya is one of the most auspicious days celebrated by Hindus across the country. The day is symbolic of good luck, success and fortune gains.

2021-05-14T10:39:13.376019+00:00 IST

Eating more fruit, vegetables linked to less stress: Study

Canberra [Australia], May 13 (ANI): Eating a diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with less stress, according to new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU).

2021-05-13T17:04:36.669026+00:00 IST

Study reveals short gratitude intervention can increase academic motivation

Kyoto [Japan], May 13 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers from Ritsumeikan University and the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), Japan, have explored a simple strategy to increase motivation in college students by nurturing a positive emotion: gratitude.

2021-05-13T13:16:13.741194+00:00 IST

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India celebrates Holi with usual fervour

New Delhi [India], Mar 21 (ANI): The festival of colours, Holi, is being celebrated across the length and breadth of the country with full fervour. Grooving to the beats of songs people can be seen splashing and smearing each other with water, colour and paint. People can be seen playing Holi in different ways in different places. Some are going natural and using natural/organic colours while others are celebrating the festival with dry colours. Moreover, not only Indians but expats also fully enjoyed themselves and getting themselves drenched in the colours of the festival.

2019-03-21T12:34:38.038015+00:00 IST

Happy Holi! Google marks festival of colours with doodle

New Delhi [India], Mar 21 (ANI): Giving out all the colourful festive vibes, Google, on Thursday, dedicated its doodle to the festival of Holi celebrated across India.

2019-03-21T03:31:54.252742+00:00 IST

Happy Holi! Google marks festival of colours with doodle

New Delhi [India], Mar 21 (ANI): Google on Thursday marked the festival of Holi with a colourful doodle showcasing festivities and splashing of colours.

2019-03-20T20:22:54.304807+00:00 IST

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Culture

Eid-ul-Fitr 2021: 5 unique traditions from across the globe

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Eid-ul-Fitr, which translates to "festival of breaking the fast" is a time of rejoicing with family and friends. It's a blissful celebration that marks the end of the holy month of Ramzan when millions of Muslims enthusiastically wait for the new moon sighting to be confirmed, to celebrate the end of their fasting journey.

2021-05-13T09:49:53.849369+00:00 IST

Fitness

Pink-coloured sports beverages can boost exercise performance: Study

Washington [US], May 13 (ANI): Want to run faster? Chug a pink-coloured drink to boost your exercise performance! A new study has found that pink-coloured sports beverages can boost performance by 4.4 per cent over clear fluids.

2021-05-13T05:44:40.444190+00:00 IST

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Study finds intoxication brings strangers physically closer

Washington [US], May 12 (ANI): Gulping down a few drinks with a stranger may make you get closer to them, as per the findings of a study with pandemic-related implications. Researchers report that strangers who consume alcohol together may keep their distance initially -- but draw physically closer as they become intoxicated.

2021-05-12T17:22:45.187568+00:00 IST

Fitness

Researchers find new approach to understanding our wellbeing

London [UK], May 12 (ANI): The new research led by Swansea University highlights the importance of taking a wider approach to wellbeing and how it can be influenced by issues such as inequality and anthropogenic climate change. It shows taking time to appreciate nature can have a positive impact on our well-being.

2021-05-12T17:15:14.285025+00:00 IST

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Parks not only safe, but essential during pandemic: Drexel study

Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) [US], May 12 (ANI): Parks played an important role for people seeking respite from the toll of social isolation during the pandemic, and they did so without increasing the spread of COVID-19, according to new research from Drexel University.

2021-05-12T15:58:27.790112+00:00 IST

Food

Eid-ul-Fitr 2021: Try these 5 binge-worthy delicacies to treat your taste buds

New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): After a month of fasting, praying, and engaging in humanitarian activities such as feeding the underprivileged during the holy month of Ramzan, falls the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.

2021-05-12T13:15:53.018244+00:00 IST

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Petting therapy dogs can reduce anxiety, enhance thinking skills in stressed students

Washington [US], May 12 (ANI): Pet your stress away! For college students under pressure, spending time petting a therapy dog can work as the best stress buster.

2021-05-12T10:17:00.565917+00:00 IST

Travel

Study finds people are persuaded by social media messages, not view numbers

Ohio [US], May 11 (ANI): People are more persuaded by the actual messages contained in social media posts than they are by how many others viewed the posts, a new study suggests.

2021-05-11T13:26:06.245474+00:00 IST

Fitness

A new approach for treating obesity: boosting body heat production

Sydney [Australia], May 11 (ANI): A receptor that helps conserve energy when food is scarce may be the key to a safer approach to treating diet-induced obesity, research led by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has revealed.

2021-05-11T10:52:35.106322+00:00 IST

Others

Cricket bats should be made from bamboo not willow, study suggests

Cambridge [UK], May 10 (ANI): Tests conducted by the University of Cambridge show how bamboo cricket bats are stronger, offer a better 'sweet spot' and deliver more energy to the ball than those made from traditional willow.

2021-05-10T10:16:46.019262+00:00 IST

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Study reveals smartphone breathalyzer alcohol testing devices vary widely in accuracy

Pennsylvania [US], May 9 (ANI): The latest generation of personal alcohol breath testing devices pair with smartphones. While some of these devices were found to be relatively accurate, others may mislead users into thinking that they are fit to drive, according to a new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

2021-05-09T16:52:44.374947+00:00 IST

Others

Study suggests pornography consumption widespread among young Internet users

Washington [US], May 9 (ANI): Nearly four-fifths of 16 and 17-year-olds have encountered pornographic content on the Internet, which is a multibillion-dollar business.

2021-05-09T13:46:33.027073+00:00 IST

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Study finds how bullying, obesity can affect girls' and boys' mental health

Stockholm [Sweden], May 9 (ANI): Depressive symptoms are more common in teenage girls than in their male peers. However, boys' mental health appears to be affected more if they suffer from obesity. Irrespective of gender, bullying is a considerably greater risk factor than overweight for developing depressive symptoms. These conclusions are drawn by researchers at Uppsala University who monitored adolescents for six years in a questionnaire study.

2021-05-09T09:51:32.484356+00:00 IST

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Mother's Day 2021: Ideas to celebrate the day with your mom during COVID

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): Mother's Day, which is an annual celebration honouring maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society, is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world. This year once again due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, celebrations might look a bit different.

2021-05-08T14:35:07.190405+00:00 IST