A new study concerning adults suffering from lower back problems found out that a 12-week yoga class may lead to a small improvement in how well people could perform daily activities, but it does not mean that it could ease the pain that they are undergoing with chronic lower back pain. The report follows another new study from Washington State, which found modest and similar gains Read more
Cranberries are very effective in fighting bacterial infections. Although this has been known since centuries, latest research has provided a novel angle to using cranberry juice. The fruit can be used in a number of forms such as in sauces, pulps and juices. The fruit is known to have benefits for infections of the urinary Read more
There are more than a hundred million bacteria in the human gut. They are distributed among 2000 different species and help in digestion and absorption of food in the gut. While these bacteria are considered friendly and necessary for gastrointestinal functions, new research has now revealed a different side. The friendly bacteria in the gut Read more
Mosquito menace is the root for several diseases all over the world. Diseases such as malaria are common and often, life threatening unless treated on time. In any case, malaria is considered one of the main hazards to health. For a long time now, researchers have been trying to find a new cure for malaria Read more
Previous researches have conclusively proved that dense tissues in the breast play a very important role in triggering cancer. However, the role of fat or non dense tissues as a cause for cancer has not been researched extensively so as to arrive at a conclusive proof. Latest research has now revealed the role of these Read more
Influenza or flu virus is a lading cause for infections in United States. In order to provide protection from the virus, flu shots are administered to over 90% of American every year. However, latest research has showed that administration of shots alone might not be affective enough to curb the influenza menace. The report also Read more
According to latest researches, it is better and less risky to consume medication for hypertension before going to bed in the night rather than the normal practice of having it in the morning. Nighttime usage of medication reduces risk of cardiac problems and strokes. The research was conducted by Spanish researchers. Statistics reveal that one-third of Read more
Group of researchers from the New York City, Rome and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center have found major results that indicate a genetic link to cancer. The study has developed ways in which normal and cancer development can be driven and manipulated. The researchers have unearthed ways in which the genes present in the body Read more
Cholesterol is one of the most common problems in people today and statins have proved to be highly successful in controlling the amount of cholesterol in the body. However, the drug does not seem to function so well for some people as for others. According to latest research, the culprit behind this fluctuating behavior of Read more
According to latest research, men who consume supplements of vitamin E are at a higher risk of being affected with prostrate cancer. The research was carried out by researchers from Cleveland Clinic. They said that the results of their study are in direct contradiction with the most commonly accepted norms in the society today. In the Read more
Latest research has unearthed certain facts about trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole, which is an antibiotic used commonly since 1968. The study says that consumption of this medicine can have serious reactions in the body. The study also says that doctors should be aware of the dangers before prescribing the medicine. This is an antibiotic that is used Read more
A new gene, tomosyn-2 that is known to have insulin inhibiting qualities, has been found. When obese mice were examined, it was found that this gene inhibits the secretion of insulin from the pancreas. Insulin is the enzyme that breaks down carbohydrate and fats in the food consumed. Lack of this enzyme causes diabetes. The Read more