Health News

Dozens of parasites found in North Korean defector's intestines expose secluded nation's health crisis

The longest worm removed from the North Korean defector's intestines was nearly 30 centimetres long.

Nov 20, 2017

You're made up of the best genes possible; research shows fertilisation is not random

A study by researchers in Seattle showed that female's eggs can select sperm with the best genes. It also showed that semen does not appear to have the ability to detect good or bad genes.

Nov 20, 2017

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Eating salads for losing weight? Here are 5 things you shouldn't put into it

Do you add crispy chicken, fried tofu or coconut shrimp to your salad? It's a big no-no.

Nov 19, 2017

Taste test reveals special diet that can help reduce salt intake

Researchers did a 'taste test' of 606 adults using solutions containing salt or capsaicin—a component that gives peppers the heat

Nov 19, 2017

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Owning a dog reduces the risk of premature death, new research reveals

It was found that older people who live alone are 33 percent less likely to die over the next 12 years if they have a dog.

Nov 18, 2017

Can precum lead to pregnancy?

Here are some popular questions about precum that you should know. Read to know more..

Nov 17, 2017

Can intense orgasm turn you blind? Here's all you need to know

A 29-year-old man hailing from Southampton, England had to consult doctor in the morning after realising that the sight of his left eye was impaired.

Nov 17, 2017

PMS used as an excuse for taking a break? A female psychologist claims so!

The psychologist says: "Growing up, when we become women, we are told in books, on the internet and in magazines that PMS is out there. We internalise this idea that our bodies must be faulty."

Nov 17, 2017