Researchers produce Voltaic cell functional with stomach acid
MIT and Brigham and Women�s Hospital researchers have developed a mini voltaic cell. This is sustained by the stomach�s acidic fluids. The power produced by this cell will be sufficient to run small sensors.
Posted On :08/Feb/2017 2:49:46 PM
Mums exposed to high BPA levels will produce obese child
Drinking water from plastic bottles will increase risk of having obese babies, according to a new study. The chemical called bisphenol A (BPA) which is a hormone disruptor influences a fetus�s risk of becoming obese.
Posted On :08/Feb/2017 1:41:57 PM
Tamil Nadu had the highest number of diabetics
A study conducted by Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR-INDAB) has revealed the numbers of diabetes have increased in India. Among the 15 states that ICMR focused on in its INDAB study.
Posted On :08/Feb/2017 1:32:13 PM
Not eating litchis properly can be lethal, says study
A study conducted by scientists from the US and India has shown that litchis, while being rich in Vitamin C, should not be eaten on an empty stomach. Also, skipping a meal after eating the fruit might not be advisable.
Posted On :08/Feb/2017 10:03:01 AM
Brain based proteins can regulate sleep, shows study
A new study has said that sleep may be regulated in part by several brain-based immune proteins. This finding may potentially help develop therapies for people with chronic sleep disorders.
Posted On :07/Feb/2017 12:28:14 PM
Physical activity increases hunger and not weight loss, says new study
A new study conducted by researchers from the Loyola University in the US says that exercise may not help you keep those extra kilos at bay, contradicting the belief that lack of physical activities or increased sedentary.
Posted On :07/Feb/2017 12:18:53 PM
Chennai has inferior eating pattern
A survey conducted by Indian digital platform fitness company HealthifyMe has said that white rice consumption in various forms, intake of heavy foods as snacks, and the lack of any form of exercise has resulted.
Posted On :07/Feb/2017 12:04:58 PM
New method for predicting blood clots in the heart discovered
Scientists from the Johns Hopkins University and Ohio State University in the US have discovered a new method to predict people at risk of developing blood clots in the heart, by using a supercomputer to create patient.
Posted On :06/Feb/2017 12:43:46 PM
Rubella vaccine camp from today in Tamil Nadu
Rubella vaccine camp will be held from 6th February to 28th February at anganwadi centres, government, aided, corporation, matriculation, CBSE Board, play schools, pre-KG schools, Child Labour and special schools.
Posted On :06/Feb/2017 10:51:02 AM
Weight stigma in obese can make weight loss even more difficult, says study
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia has said that obese people who feel stigmatized about their size are not only more likely to struggle with weight loss.
Posted On :06/Feb/2017 10:42:29 AM
