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Depression tied to early death in cancer survivors
NEW YORK: Depressed cancer survivors are twice as likely to die prematurely than those who do not suffer from depression, a new study has warned.
Floortje Mols and colleagues, from Tilburg University in The Netherlands, examined whether depressive symptoms observed between one and ten years after cancer diagnosis were linked to an increased risk of premature death two to three years later.
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Work stress increases blood fat levels
WASHINGTON: Spanish researchers have studied how job stress affects cardiovascular health.
The results link this situation to dyslipidemia, a disorder that alters the levels of lipids and lipoproteins in the blood.
Experts have been saying for years that emotional stress is linked to the risk of suffering cardiovascular disease as a result of unhealthy habits such as smoking, an unsuitable die... |
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Mobile phone use causes significant rise in blood pressure
WASHINGTON: According to a recent study, talking on mobile phones causes a significant rise in blood pressure.
The research carried out by G. Crippa; D. Zabzuni; A. Cassi; and E. Bravi of Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital, found that during a phone call, blood pressure readings jumped significantly from 121/77 to 129/82.
Systolic blood pressure rise was less drastic in patients who were used to... |
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Listening to upbeat music may really help boost your mood
WASHINGTON: A recent research at the University of Missouri has discovered that an individual can indeed successfully try to be happier, especially when cheery music aids the process.
This research points to ways that people can actively improve their moods and corroborates earlier MU research.
"Our work provides support for what many people already do - listen to music to improve their moods,... |
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United Nations urges hungry world to eat bugs
LONDON: The United Nations has issued an official advice suggesting that insects can help combat food-insecurity worldwide, as they are a virtually "untapped" source of food for people.
Insects are consumed regularly by about 2 billion people around the world, as part of their diets. Insects high fat, protein and mineral content make them a nutritious alternative to meat, fish and other common ... |
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Obesity may increase risk of dementia
LONDON: The increase in waistlines could fuel a big rise in the number of people with dementia in the future, researchers have warned.
According to data presented at the European Congress on Obesity, stemming the rise in obesity will cut down the risk of dementia, the BBC reported.
The Alzheimer `s Society charity has suggested that regular exercise and a healthy weight are important for red... |
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Eat fresh fruits to avoid dehydration
NEW DELHI: In this scorching heat people are at high risk of dehydration and worse. Apart from drinking lots of water, expert advise is to eat fresh fruits to avoid a heat stroke.
When our body loses water, doctors immediately call it dehydration. Some of the causes are explained by Satish Koul, general physician, Columbia Asia Hospital, Gurgaon.
"Causes can be sun stroke, exposure to dusty ... |
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Tips for protecting your eyes during summer
NEW DELHI: From viral conjunctivitis to corneal ulcer, the merciless summer can cause all sort of eye-related problems. Water, eye exercises and other remedies can help protect them.
Sanjay Dhawan, director, ophthalmology at Fortis Healthcare, shares some of the common eye problems during summer and tips on how to ward them off.
Viral conjunctivitis: If your eyes turn red, get pricking sensa... |
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Soy-tomato combo may help prevent prostate cancer
WASHINGTON: Tomatoes and soy foods, when eaten together, could be more effective in preventing prostate cancer than when either of them is eaten alone, a study has claimed.
John Erdman a University of Illinois professor of food science and nutrition, said that for their study they used mice that were genetically engineered to develop an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
He said that even s... |
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High fat intake linked to increased daytime sleepiness
WASHINGTON: Your level of sleepiness or alertness during the day may be related to the type of food that you eat, a new study has suggested.
Results show that higher fat consumption was associated with increased objective daytime sleepiness, while higher carbohydrate intake was associated with increased alertness.
There was no relationship between protein consumption and sleepiness or alertnes... |
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