by Mark on March 13, 2010
What is weight loss suregry? Is it good for you? what are the pro and cons of weight loss surgery? How does weight loss surgery work, and could it help you? There are two basic types of weight loss surgery — restrictive surgeries and malabsorptive surgeries. Each helps with weight loss in different ways. Restrictive [...]
by Mark on March 13, 2010
A 24-year-long American study has offered the strongest evidence yet to show that a diet rich in vegetables, low on animal protein and moderate intake of low-fat dairy products cuts chances of heart attack in middle-aged women by nearly a quarter. The study, which followed over 88,000 otherwise-healthy nurses, found that those who followed the [...]
by Mark on March 13, 2010
International travellers, who often complain of jet lag and sleeping disorders will soon have a treatment in hand, as scientists have now discovered a unique “cog” in the sleep-controlling human body clock which may help them avert these disorders. It is believed that the body clock governs the circadian rhythms of the body and connects [...]
by Mark on March 13, 2010
Bored of working out on the ground? Well, then may be its time for you to try out some mid-air exercise. Ex-trapeze artist Lorelei MacDonald has developed a new fitness craze, which involves toning up the body while you hang from the ceiling on a rope. Gravity Defying Fitness (GDF) takes aspects of a person’s [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
Swimming is often considered as the best form of exercise for weight loss. And when you think about it, it seems to make sense. After all, swimming uses almost all of your major muscle groups. It places a vigorous demand on your heart and lungs. Swimming is also popular with people who are extremely overweight, [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
Women may not have to spend on expensive anti-ageing creams for scientists have claimed that the regular sun lotion is the best and safest anti-ageing product. Prof Chris Griffiths, a dermatologist at Manchester University, said that though sophisticated skincare products can help curb ageing, he would recommend those worried about wrinkles and dark circles to [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
If you want bulging biceps like Popeye the sailor, then all you have to do is eat his favourite food – spinach. And, saying this are scientists from Rutgers University who have found that the green vegetable really does boost strength. The secret behind this, they reveal, is that spinach contains phytoecdysteroids, a type of [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
Prepared by synthesized extracts of each of the components of the snail. Rigorous scientific studies have demonstrated that the snail extract has curative Extraordinary properties since it is produced by the snail to cure its textiles and to Repair its shell when this one breaks. These regenerative properties have been Concentrated on a cream of [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
Playing outdoor games regularly reduces the risk of developing blood clots by 39 per cent in women and 22 per cent in men, according to a study published in Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis. Researchers from Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands evaluated 7,860 people in the 18 to 70 years age group. They [...]
by Mark on March 12, 2010
Forcefully flashing your teeth at work is dangerous for health, scientists have warned. According to German researchers, forcing staff to be happy and polite all the time is likely to make them sick. They believe most at risk are flight attendants, salesmen, call centre operators, waiters and other workers in close contact with the public. [...]