Ginger is the ‘secret’ ingredient behind many of our favourite dishes, from basic barbecue sauces and marinades to soups, stews, and a whole lot more. But apart from being a culinary marvel, ginger is also a healing wonder. From relieving infections and viral diseases to combating cancer-causing free radicals, ginger’s health benefits are
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Is your workstation making you feel stressed, bored and completely uninspired to work? If yes, then maybe you can consider doing a little makeover. Most of us spend more time in our desk than in any other place. It is therefore reasonable to keep this place a Zen-like environment! What if it’s possible to work with the beautiful sea behind you, and vi
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People’s brains respond differently to rewards. In the case of extroverts, their reward system appears to be more sensitive which makes them naturally cheerful, jolly and outgoing – a new study suggests. Neuroscientists at College of Human Ecology in Cornell University looked into the brain chemistry of 70 introvert and extrovert individuals who
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Here’s another reason to stay lean – too much fats can weaken your bones. That’s according to a paper published in the journal Radiology. In this study, US researchers found that overweight people have hidden fats inside their bones that could make them weak and prone to fractures, and could lead to osteoporosis. Obesity is a known risk fa
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Gang members are more likely to suffer from “unprecedented” levels of psychiatric illness than other young men. Some qualified for having antisocial personality and psychosis, whilst others have issues on drug and alcohol dependency. These new findings from Queen Mary, University of London place new burden on mental health services. Researchers
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All of us have bad habits that we wish we don’t have or we wish we haven’t even tried in the first place. But it appears that getting rid of bad habits is such a long, agonising challenge. Nevertheless, it is possible to break a bad habit and replace it with a healthier one. Continue reading to know how. First of all, you want to know why it is
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Did you know that there are foods that are either making you more depressed or helping you recover from this mental illness? What if you could avoid depression by making changes in your diet? A growing body of research supports this idea. Research on Diet and Depression Plenty of studies suggest that what we eat affects our state of mind. A study reported
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Whether you are having constipation, indigestion, upset stomach, or any other persistent digestive disorder, there’s a natural and very effective remedy you should try – use essential oils. Back up with research, the following essential oils can soothe the pain and get you back on track in no time! Clove oil Clove contains 80 to 95 per cent eug
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Being social beings, we are wired to seek care, love and attention from our families, friends and special someone. But some people develop such need based on fear of abandonment or desertion. This complex state of mind can significantly take a toll on our health, particularly our well-being. A study published in the European Journal of Psychology, defined
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Millions of people taking medications to relieve acid reflux might be exposing themselves to the risk of cardiovascular disease, a new study suggests. Acid reflux or heartburn is an all-time illness, affecting one in four adults every month, and one in ten adults every week in the UK. This common condition occurs when the acid leaks out from the stomach int
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