Boy babies at greater risk of pregnancy complications

Boy babies are much more likely to experience potentially life-threatening outcomes at birth than girls, a new research has revealed. The study, published in the journal ‘PLOS ONE’, is based on research conducted upon more than 574,000 births over a 30-year period (1981-2011), to confirm the presence of differences in birth outcomes based on the sex of the baby. The researchers evaluated the relationship between the babies’ sex and adverse outcomes, such as pre-term birth, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure disorders and gestational diabetes mellitus. The study found that boys are…

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Glass of wine with dinner boosts health: Study

Having a glass of wine with your dinner could lead to better mental and physical health and higher self-esteem. Contrary to UK government advice suggesting keeping several days ‘alcohol free’, a study from researchers in Finland, published in the Alcohol and Alcoholism journal, found that several glasses of wine per day with an evening meal could actually be good for you. The research suggested those who drank wine with their dinner every night were less likely to binge-drink and “should not be considered at risk” of doing so. [“source-timesofindia”]

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Add a dash of vinegar to your meals for better health

Don’t just assume that vinegar is used for the flavour it adds to food. It has a number of health benefits , which is why you should ensure that it finds place in your kitchen. Containing high quantities of acetic acid, vinegar is said improve how well your body absorbs essential minerals from your meals. Women should include vinegar in their meals because it helps the body absorb more calcium. Certain studies say that vinegar is also helpful in keeping blood sugar levels in check. This is especially useful for…

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Probiotic ‘Mishti Doi’ may relieve inflammation of digestive tract

Researchers at the University of Calcutta are discussing a possible collaboration with a confectioner to make available a probiotic ‘Mishti Doi’ that will be particularly beneficial to those suffering from Inflammatory Bowel Disease ( IBD ). Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for human health, especially one’s digestive system. Mishti Doi is sweet yoghurt and one of the most famous Bengali sweets. Ena Ray Banerjee, associate professor in the zoology department of the university, told IANS that probiotic products hold great promise for their anti-inflammatory and pro-regenerative…

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9 Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar You Need to Pay Attention to

Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia, can be quite a dangerous condition. It is common among people who have diabetes and can occur even if you are managing it well. Hypoglycemia happens when the amount of blood glucose (the sugar in your blood) drops to a very low level, affecting your body’s normal functioning. This is often defined as a blood-sugar level below 70 mg/dl. A 2015 study published in the Journal Plos One shows that hypoglycemia is more common in people with type 2 diabetes or those who…

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JPMorgan could move thousands of staff out of UK: Report

a JPMorgan Chase & Co could be forced to move thousands of staff out of Britain if the country loses its automatic right to sell financial services to the European Union after last month’s Brexit vote, bank CEO Jamie Dimon told an Italian newspaper. Currently, banks based in the UK can sell services freely across the EU under a “passporting” system, considered the most significant feature of the EU single market for financial firms. But that is now in doubt after Britons voted to leave the bloc. “The key issue…

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