In 2007, a well-designed study published in the journal Lancet has convinced the United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency to urge food manufacturers to remove six artificial colouring agents used in food products marketed to children. Their findings were amplified by another study, this time held by Columbia University and Harvard University. Here, resea
Read More
Many people think that being articulate is essential to being a great communicator. Yes that’s true. But being a good listener is equally important. Most people think they are good listeners, but very few really are. Listening seems like an easy task but in reality, it can be very difficult, especially when we are overwhelmed with negative emotions,
Read More
The Paleo diet, taken from the term “Paleolithic” and popularly known as the “caveman diet” is a modern nutritional plan consisting of wild plants and animals that were habitually consumed by people during the Stone Age. This diet is primarily consists of grass-fed beef, lamb and chicken, fish, fruits and vegetables, and does not cont
Read More
Black or white? Sweet or bitter? Hot or cold? Based on an observational study of more than 1,000 people, our preferences for coffee do reveal something about our personality. Dr Ramani Durvasula of California State University, Los Angeles, assessed numerous common personality types and psychological traits including introversion and extraversion, perfection
Read More
Depression – it isn’t only a woman’s concern. This debilitating condition chooses no gender, age and status in life. It can affect anyone at any point in life. Not so long ago, clinical depression was considered a ‘woman’s disease’. But scientific evidences suggest that it also affects men. This myth has since then discou
Read More
Being bilingual doesn’t just make a person ‘appear smart’. A growing body of research suggests that it has indeed a profound impact on the brain, and its benefits extend beyond enhancing one’s communication capabilities. In a new study, researchers at Penn State University have found that bilingual speakers tend to develop a higher
Read More
Most of us use parsley to make a dish look pretty on a plate. But it’s more than just a garnish. For over 2,000 years, people have used parsley for its amazing medicinal properties. Here are some interesting facts about parsley that you may want to know. It is super rich in antioxidants. This refreshing herb is loaded with antioxidants; especially f
Read More
Cardiac arrest, which occurs when the heart suddenly stops pumping blood around the body, is a life-threatening condition that when not given immediate medical attention, could result to death. But why does it usually happen in the morning? New research reveals the answer. Based on the 2012 data collected by the British Heart Foundation, the survival rate f
Read More
Need to stay up late to finish a project proposal? Going to the gym for a heavy HIIT workout? Getting ready for a stressful presentation? In times like these, all we need is the energy to keep our mind and body going. This is probably why energy drinks have become so popular worldwide. Unfortunately, these chemical-infused beverages are not a ‘magic bu
Read More
Almost 50 per cent of womb cancer cases, or around 3,700 a year, could be prevented through proper diet, regular exercise, and possibly moderate coffee consumption – new research reveals. Endometrial cancer, or womb cancer, refers to several types of malignancies that occur in the lining of the uterus. In a population-based study published earlier in
Read More