Science & Health

Keto diet: The 4 most common myths busted

While it's the key principle to cut down on carbs and absolutely boost fat intake, there's no harsh rule against enjoying an assortment of proteins and colorful vegetables, all participating in creating a diet that is not only diverse but delicious too.

Apr 24, 2018

Doctors carry out world's first full penis, scrotum transplant on injured soldier

The soldier, who lost his genitals to an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan, underwent a 14-hour surgery following which a full penis, scrotum, and partial abdominal wall from a deceased organ donor were attached to his body.

Apr 24, 2018

Alcohol consumption increases oral bacteria linked to diseases like cancer

According to a study published in the journal Microbiomeonline, non-drinkers had more good bacteria in their mouth, which is known to check the growth of other harmful germs.

Apr 24, 2018

Watch: Hubble footage of 2 galaxies crashing into each other

Two spiral galaxies, about 80 million light-years away, is crashing into each other in a slow, gradual merger that will last millions of years. This Hubble footage combines visible light with infrared and X-ray wavelengths to offer the best possible view of this slow dance of the cosmos.

Apr 24, 2018

Trapped by gravity? Super-Earth aliens could be imprisoned in their own planets

Life is likely to flourish in super-Earths around the universe as long as they fall within their star's habitable zone, but their large mass will make spaceflight nearly impossible because large planets have excessively strong levels of gravity.

Apr 24, 2018

What is Fodmap diet? 5 food alternatives that are sugar substitutes

Fodmap refers to the sugars that are poorly absorbed by the body, leading to symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Making a few replacements in the diet, such as low sugar substitutes of certain carbs, can help one stay fit.

Apr 24, 2018

Uranus smells like rotten eggs- gas giant has hydrogen sulphide rich atmosphere

The seventh planet and third gas giant of the Solar System is also probably the stinkiest. Researchers have found that the cloud tops of the planet is dominated by hydrogen sulphide gas, not ammonia like Jupiter and Saturn.

Apr 24, 2018

Vegetarian diet vs Mediterranean diet: Which is more effective for weight loss?

Both vegetarian and Mediterranean diet is considered healthy. In a recent study, researchers tried to find out the difference between the two and which one is more effective in terms of weight loss, heart health and more.

Apr 24, 2018

Mysterious Nazi submarine, believed to have reached South America after WWII, found

Nazi submarine U-3523 has a few wild theories surrounding it including stories of Nazi gold, members of the high commission, and a last-minute escape to South America after surviving a bombing in May 1945. The wreckage has finally been found.

Apr 23, 2018

Marijuana could reduce stress: 5 best weed infused snacks you should try

Marijuana with high concentration levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) was able to cause large reductions in symptoms of stress within the participants in a study conducted by the Washington State University, USA.

Apr 23, 2018

Suicide bomber ants that explode to protect their colony under threat discovered

A new species of ants discovered in the jungles of Borneo explode when attacked. They spray their enemies with toxic goo that is sticky and kill any threat to their nests and colony.

Apr 23, 2018

What does your handshake say? Experts reveal secrets behind grip's strength

A recent study has been able to reveal that the strength of one's grip during handshake can actually indicate how healthy their brain is. At the same time, a stronger grip also means a better functioning heart. This lead experts to try and figure out if weight training could improve brain functioning.

Apr 23, 2018

From Chandrayaan-2 to GSAT-7A, ISRO set for a busy launch season

The Indian Space Research Organization is set to launch five satellites -- GSAT-11, GSAT-29, GSAT-7A, Chandrayaan-2, and Risat-2A -- in the next few months. These satellites will reportedly help the forces secure the land and sea and aid them when it comes to guarding the country's borders.

Apr 23, 2018

World Malaria Day: Know the symptoms, treatment and prevention of the disease

World Malaria Day is globally observed, April 25. The disease caused by a parasite and transmitted by infected mosquito bites kills around 660,000 people each year. So, here's the symptoms, risk factors, treatment and everything else that you need to know about the disease.

Apr 23, 2018

What is meningococcal meningitis? Man gets limbs amputated after the rare disease

Jacob Clift fell ill on Boxing Day following which he was diagnosed with meningococcal meningitis – a rare bacterial infection that causes inflammation in the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.

Apr 23, 2018