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Coffee has more power than you ever thought: 3 cups a day helps you live longer

March 6, 2018 Loknath Das3, a, coffee, Cups, Day, Ever, Has, Helps, Live, Longer?, More, Power, Than, Thought:, You

Good news if you love coffee more than tea: According to a new study, people who drink coffee twice or thrice a day, whether caffeinated or otherwise, may have a lower chance of dying from certain illnesses than those who abstain from it. The study, thought to be the largest of its kind, was conducted on more than 5,00,000 people across 10 European countries over the last 16 years, according to the National Geographic. The study concludes that people who drank coffee show signs of having healthier livers and circulatory…

5 Incredible Benefits Of Turmeric Leaves You Must Know

February 15, 2018 Loknath Das5%;, Benefits, Incredible, Know, leaves, Must, of, Turmeric, You

India and its love affair with turmeric needs no introduction. Ayurveda’s most priced spice has been a staple across kitchens for over 4000 years now. Food writer Marryam H. Reshi points out in her book ‘The Flavour of Spice’, that turmeric is the only spice that enjoys a ‘devotional distinction’. It is seen as a befitting offering to Gods in various communities and is an indispensable part of almost every Indian household because of its immense health benefits. Think turmeric and most of us would picture the bright yellow hued powder…

Salt, sugar and stress: Important facts you should know about these 3 sins

February 15, 2018 Loknath Das3, About, and, facts, important, Know, Salt, Should, sins, Stress, Sugar, these, You

Do you often give in to the temptations of your taste buds? Indulging in that extra slice of cake, another piece of sweet, sprinkling extra salt over your food can seem completely harmless at that time but can eventually lead to various health issues. “Lack of self control and poor lifestyle choices make us more susceptible to various life-threatening diseases. Consumed in the hustle-bustle of everyday life we hardly pay attention to our health. The pressure of maintaining balance between work, family and friends can take a huge toll on…

Munching On Burnt Toast? You Must Stop!

February 14, 2018 Loknath DasBurnt, Munching, Must, On, Stop, Toast, You

What’s better than a toasted bread slice for breakfast? It’s quick-to-make and quite filling at the same time. There must have been times when you would have ended up eating a burnt toast, considering you forgot setting a timer in your toaster. But, did you know that there might be a health risk linked to burnt toast? In fact, The Food Standards Agency (FSA) in the UK had launched a campaign warning about cancer risks linked to eating burnt toast or any other foods that contained starch being cooked at…

Sipping On Your Favourite Beverages With Plastic Straws? You Must Stop!

February 14, 2018 Loknath Das'Plastic', beverages:, Favourite, Must, On, Sipping, Stop, Straws?, With, You, Your

We all love to sip on our favourite beverages using a plastic straw. Be it a smoothie or a soft drink, an energy drink or a cold coffee – using a straw is a super convenient and fuss-free way of enjoying any cold drink. Many like to enjoy their drinks this way because using a straw reduces the exposure to sugary and carbonated drinks in the mouth, preventing acid erosion of the teeth out enamel. While it may be convenient to drink beverages using plastic straws, it might not be an eco-friendly option. Moreover,…

Acne may put you at risk of major depression. Here’s what new research says

February 13, 2018 Loknath Dasacne, at, Depression, Here's, major, May, New, of, Put, Research, Risk, Says, What, You

Acne is associated with increased risk of developing major depression in the first years after the condition appears, reveals a study. The analysis included data from The Health Improvement Network (THIN) (1986-2012), a large primary care database in the United Kingdom. The investigators found that the risk for major depression was highest within one year of acne diagnosis – a 63% higher risk compared with individuals without acne – and decreased thereafter. The results indicate that it is critical that physicians monitor mood symptoms in patients with acne and initiate…