London: Iron deficiency is a global health problem of ‘epidemic proportions, according to the World Health Organization. Not only is it the most common deficiency across the planet, but it is also the most frequent cause of anaemia – which increases the risk of heart failure. Natalie Parletta, a dietitian based at the University of South Australia, says… Read More »
Islamabad: People looking to shrink their waistlines may want to adopt three simple eating habits to help them get there, new research suggests. The study tracked nearly 60,000 people and discovered that how fast they ate and the timing of their evening meals and snacks appeared to be significant factors in whether they ended up obese or managed… Read More »
Islamabad: From weight changes to impacting pregnancy, symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid can be life-changing You’ve undoubtedly heard about thyroid problems, but you wouldn’t be alone if you don’t really know exactly what the blanket term means or what the symptoms are. The small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck can be responsible for all manner of… Read More »
Lahore: A new study has found that green tea can help with weight loss. The debate has long raged over whether the drink impacts people’s waistlines. But a new study by a team of scientists at Anglia Ruskin University revealed when combined with exercise, green tea does help shed fat. To test their theory, the researchers tested a… Read More »
London: Iron deficiency is a global health problem of ‘epidemic proportions, according to the World Health Organization. Not only is it the most common deficiency across the planet, but it is also the most frequent cause of anaemia – which increases the risk of heart failure. Natalie Parletta, a dietitian based at the University of South Australia, says… Read More »
London: More than a quarter of women are not getting enough iron, putting us at risk of being tired all the time, hair loss, mood swings, and full-blown anemia say, experts. From the explosion of vegan Instagrammers to the spread of meat-free restaurants across the capital, eating less meat or avoiding it altogether is suddenly cooler than cool.… Read More »
London: According to Dr. Irfan Masud, a senior consultant and orthopaedic surgeon at Maroof International Hospital Islamabad, “Almost every person suffers from one form of arthritis or another, during their lives.” In the United States, arthritic conditions limit the lives of more than seven million patients, second to heart disease as a cause of occupational disability. Dr. Masud… Read More »
VITAMIN B12 is crucial for nerve tissue health, brain function and the production of red blood cells. A deficiency in the nutrient could appear in an unlikely place – your hair. Sourced from various foods, such as haddock, eggs and beef, vitamin B12 is water-soluble. This means it can dissolve in water and travel through the bloodstream. Are you… Read More »
A C-section or Cesarean section is referred to as the surgical delivery of a baby. It involves one incision in the mother’s abdomen and another one in the uterus. The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology conducted a study that suggests that having an early cesarean segment or C-segment, illegal intake of medicines, smoking, and weight… Read More »
What Causes Constipation? Our busy, modern lifestyles may be responsible for most cases of constipation: not eating enough fiber or drinking enough water, not getting enough exercise, and not taking the time to respond to an unmistakable urge to go to the bathroom. Persistent, chronic constipation may also be a symptom of more serious conditions, including inflammatory bowel… Read More »