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Our desire from relationships changes as we age: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
New research has shed light on why when you have an idea of a festive picture-perfect holiday season, what actually transpires doesn't always measure up.
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Study suggests aerobic exercise lowers risk of metastatic cancer
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
The probability of cancer metastatic spread can be reduced by aerobic exercise by 72 per cent, according to a recent study.
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Research shows how height could be risk factor for number of diseases
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
A large genetic study has found that a person's height may affect their risk for several common health conditions in adulthood. Significant findings include a link between height and lower risk of coronary heart disease and a link between height and a higher risk for peripheral neuropathy an
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New study identifies connection between diabetes medications, multiple scl
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
A new University of Arizona Health Sciences study found that people older than 45 whose Type 2 diabetes was treated with anti-hyperglycemic medications had an increased risk of multiple sclerosis, particularly among women, while anti-hyperglycemic exposure in people younger than 45 reduced t
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Study finds how a 'thank you' among couples can go a long way
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Study found how just a thank you can strengthen relationships by increasing commitment and relationship satisfaction. It also help protecting partners from the damaging impacts of pointless arguments and financial hardship.
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Study: Bariatric surgery reduces risk of heart disease
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Researchers revealed in a recent study how obese adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and morbid obesity, those who underwent bariatric surgery had significantly less chances of cardiovascular events in the years that followed.
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Researchers reveal how good friendships are associated with healthier gut
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
There is growing evidence that the gut microbiome, via the so-called "gut-brain axis," is equally vital for both our physical and mental wellness. Researchers found that these bacteria can transmit interpersonally, for example by touch.
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Research suggests cultural heritage may influence capuchin monkeys' tool c
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Capuchin monkeys (Sapajus spp.) are among only a few primates that use tools in day-to-day activities. In the Cerrado and Caatinga, they use stones as hammers and anvils to crack open cashew nuts, seed pods of Hymenaea courbaril (West Indian locust; jatoba in Brazil) and other hard foods.
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Study suggests potatoes can be part of healthy diet
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Potatoes are frequently included on a list of foods to stay away from, especially for people with insulin resistance, because of their reputation for causing weight gain and an elevated risk of type 2 diabetes.
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Research suggests blinding eye disease linked with cardiovascular disease
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Patients with a specific form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the United States, are also highly likely to have either underlying heart damage from heart failure and heart attacks, or advanced heart valve disease, or carotid artery disease associate
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Study finds common mechanism tumours use to suppress immune responses
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
A Ludwig Cancer Research study has revealed a single protein expressed at high levels by cancer cells across a broad range of malignancies that erects a multifaceted barrier to anti-cancer immune responses in mouse models of cancer and so shields tumours from immune detection and destruction
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Genetics combined with long years of schooling might cause nearsightedness
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Researchers discovered five genetic variations that increase the chances of becoming nearsighted as they progress through school.
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