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The Diet You Should Be Following for Better Memory

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A new study shows that a Mediterranean diet can improve your cognitive function and reduce chances of Alzheimer. A Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) include plant foods, such as leafy greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cereals, beans, seeds, nuts, and legumes. Dairy products and red meat are uses less while olive oil as its major source of fat. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition the researchers investigated if and how a Mediterranean diet may impact cognitive processes over time. “The most surprising result was that the positive effects were found in countries…

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New lung cancer find paves way for better therapies

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A team of researchers has successfully inhibited tumour growth in a new subtype of lung cancer. (Getty Images) A team of researchers has successfully inhibited tumour growth in a new subtype of lung cancer. Adenocarcinomas, a non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), account for about 40 percent of cancer diagnoses, but few treatments are available for the disease. The team led by Elena Levantini of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) identified a subtype of human adenocarcinoma. The research could help determine which individuals are at greatest risk of developing lung…

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Akshay Kumar’s Diet and Formula for the Fit Life

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If there’s one actor who’s getting better with age, it’s Akshay Kumar. He is, arguably, the fittest Bollywood star and a source of inspiration for many. He is one of the few actors for whom fitness is a way of life. How does he do it? Let’s find out. Akshay Kumar was always a fitness freak, even before he entered Bollywood. A martial arts expert and the ‘Khiladi’ of Bollywood, he has been professionally trained in Taekwondo and Muay Thai. He is a black belt in Taekwondo and learnt Muay Thai…

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Home remedies for diarrhea

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Home remedies for diarrhea (Thinkstock photos/Getty Images) Diarrhea can really take a toll on your body, here’s how to treat it at home Diarrhea can make you really weak and needs to be treated early before it makes you very weak. Here are some home remedies. 1. Make up for the lost minerals by constantly sipping on electral powder or a mixture of lemon, water, salt and sugar, throughout the day. Clear soups, chicken broth, buttermilk, fruit juice are fine to keep you hydrated too. 2. Stay away from fibrous…

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Ayurveda treatments: Herbs for women’s health

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Ayurveda treatments: Herbs for women’s health (Thinkstock photos/Getty Images) Menstruation, menopause, obesity, irregular periods, acne, anaemia are some of the problems that are commonly faced by women. Here are some natural remedies and ayurvedic herbs that can help prevent and control these problems. We break down which are the herbs you need to improve your health and not let it pin you down. Painful menstruation During menstruation or periods you may experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Women are recommended to consume mixtures that are available in stores…

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Omega-3 fatty acids good for heart attack patients

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Omega-3 fatty acids good for heart attack patients (Getty Images) Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil have some anti-inflammatory properties which allows the heart to contract better and reduces the fibrosis in the u ndamaged muscle, a new study has revealed. According to the study, published in the journal Circulation, giving heart attack patients a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids daily for six months after a heart attack can improve its functioning. A previous study found that omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil were associated with improved survival for…

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