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How sleep duration can up depression risk

New Delhi, Feb 9 (ANI): A genetic study of adult twins and a community-based study of adolescents have linked sleep duration with depression. "Healthy sleep is a necessity for physical, mental and emotional well-being," American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. M. Safwan Badr, said.

Feb 9, 2014

Smokers are less physically active and feel more tired than non-smokers

New Delhi, Feb 9 (ANI): A new study has revealed that smokers feel more tired, are less physically active, lack motivation and are more likely to suffer symptoms of anxiety and depression, when compared to their non-smoker counterparts. The research, led by Dr. Karina Furlanetto, from Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Brazil, is the first study to show that smokers are less physically active than non-smokers.

Feb 9, 2014

Its official! Supportive spouses are good for your health

New Delhi, Feb 9 (ANI): A new study has shown that the ways in which your spouse is supportive - and how you support your spouse - can actually have significant bearing on your overall cardiovascular health.

Feb 9, 2014

Paschimottanasana or Seated Forward Bend Posture

Paschimottanasana or Seated Forward Bend or Intense Dorsal Stretch is an asana that gives lots of benefits. It helps people with diabetes and family history of diabetes. It helps the liver and spleen to function properly. Also strengthens the lumbar and sacral regions. It curbs excessive appetite and builds appetite if you suffer from lack of it, thus balances your metabolism https://www.facebook.com/VentunoYoga Twitter: https://twitter.com/VentunoYoga YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/VentunoYoga A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com

Feb 7, 2014

Time Crunch Workout

There will come days when you don’t have much time to devote to training. And there will also be days where you just don’t want to do your entire workout; you’ll want to do the bare minimum and be done with it. In this episode of Fast track to Fitness we bring you time crunched workout. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VentunoFitness Twitter - https://twitter.com/VentunoFitness Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/user/ventunofitness A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com

Feb 7, 2014

Milk alternatives for lactose intolerant people

Individuals, who suffer from lactose intolerance fortunately, have several options. There are some alternative plant-based products that can satisfy the thirst you have for this beverage. Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/VentunoDiet Twitter : https://twitter.com/VentunoDiet YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/user/VentunoDiet A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com

Feb 7, 2014

Subway Bread Contains Azodicarbonamide, a Chemical Used in Yoga Mats and Shoe Soles

The sandwich chain is now in the process of removing the chemical from its bread.

Feb 7, 2014

Eating Yogurt Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes; Other Health Benefits

Including yogurt in your daily diet can help prevent the risk of developing diabetes, researchers reveal.

Feb 6, 2014

Canara Bank Joins Hands with Apollo Munich Health Insurance to Help Diabetic Patients

Now, here is a health insurance plan from one of the largest public sector banks in India - Canara Bank - in collaboration with Apollo Munich Health Insurance, to help improve lives of people affected with diabetes across the country.

Feb 6, 2014

Syringe-Shaped Device Stops Severe Bleeding Caused by Bullet Wounds in 15 Seconds

A US-based company has developed a device that helps stop severe bleeding, associated with gunshot injuries, in less than 15 seconds.

Feb 5, 2014

Ardha Matsyendrasana 3rd Variation

This is the third variation of Ardha Matsyendrasana or Half Spinal Twist Pose. One of the twelve basic asanas in many systems of Hatha Yoga. In this video, Shanthala explains the third variations that would benefit you a lot by relieving you from Back pain, strengthening your Arms, Shoulder & Neck muscles, Aids digestion and Removes toxins. https://www.facebook.com/VentunoYoga Twitter: https://twitter.com/VentunoYoga YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/VentunoYoga A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com

Feb 5, 2014

Bird Flu Outbreak in China, New Strain Kills One

Scientists have identified another deadly new strain of bird flu in China, amidst the recent H7N9 outbreak in the country that killed three Chinese people and infected another 300.

Feb 5, 2014

Foods High in Added Sugar can Contribute to Death from Cardiovascular Disease

Eating foods high in added sugar can increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD), researchers warn.

Feb 4, 2014

How to do Squat Jumps and Lunge Jumps

Squat jumps are a great way to add intensity to your workouts and really raise the heart rate. Pairing Squat jumps with Lunge makes the workout far more effective. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VentunoFitness Twitter - https://twitter.com/VentunoFitness Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/user/ventunofitness A Ventuno Production http://www.ventunotech.com

Feb 4, 2014

Gardening Helps Kids Stay Fit: Study

Gardening can be a good source of physical activity for kids, a new study says.

Feb 3, 2014