With temperatures soaring, taking proper care of our eyes is essential, feel Mumbai’s ophthalmologists. We spoke to Dr Keiki Mehta, ophthalmic surgeon, and Dr Nikhil V Nasta, consultant cataract and refractive surgeon to share some tips…Wear wrap-around UV sunglasses: Just like sunscreen stops harmful UV rays from damaging skin, UV treatment in eyeglass lenses blocks those same rays from damaging ...

There’s nothing more refreshing in summer than biting into a delicious and juicy fruit. What’s even better is that you can never over indulge in them, given their health benefits.So, if you wish to gorge on a generous doze of fruits this season, here is a list of top 5 must-haves…Pineapple: Though cutting a pineapple is an ardous task, it’s ...

Kitchen is a true melting pot of flavours, aromas and time-tested culinary skills. So, keep it flawless by planning properly and keeping sufficient storage space.Tips on how to revamp kitchen:Keep a well-connected kitchen triangle that comprises stove, sink and the refrigerator. Maintain an open passage to ensure smooth and hassle-free cooking. Keep the setting spacious and fault-free, which can be ...

Smartphones have become so integral to modern life, they may have altered the shape and function of the human brain, according to new research.Experts have discovered that people who use touchscreen phones on a daily basis have a larger and more powerful somatosensory cortex – the area at the centre of the brain which controls the thumbs. They think that ...

It is that time of the year again, when the sun relentlessly shines down upon us.While summer is a great time to experiment with colours and prints, for those of us who like to wear makeup, there is always the fear of sweat, turning your carefully made up face into a pile of melted mush. No one wants concealer streaks ...

Washington: Birth control pills may shrink portions of a woman’s brain and affect its function, scientists have warned. It’s possible that the synthetic hormones found in the pill – and possibly the suppression of natural hormones that occurs when women are using the pill – cause these alterations in brain structure and function, according to a new study. Researchers at the ...

Studies have revealed that herbs and supplements have shown promise in lowering blood sugar, boosting insulin sensitivity and reducing high blood pressure and cholesterol. Along with Dr. Jaishree Bhattacharjee, Ayurvedic consultant with Satvikshop we give you a list of easily available herbs that will help you battle diabetes. But with any herbal treatments, it is also important to continue to ...

Beijing: China has banned hospitals from providing medical assistance and diagnoses online to prevent people unqualified in medicine from posing as doctors. Chinese patients are accustomed to seeking medical advice on the Internet, which has a deep penetration in the country. Some private hospitals have launched Internet services offering online diagnoses. Song Shuli, spokeswoman for the National Health and Family ...

A new smartphone app that tests blood samples for HIV and syphilis in just 15 minutes could save millions of lives across the world, scientists claim. The software, developed by biomedical experts at Columbia University, analyses blood samples taken with a finger-prick dongle. The kit, which attaches to any smartphone or computer, replicates a lab test and can give a ...

Dhaka may have a lack of establishments where one can go and drown their sorrows in endless goblets of wine or celebrate a new journey with a few rounds. However, there is one thing that our culture sure doesn’t have any shortage of. Parties! There’s a Facebook invitation to the next hot, new event awaiting us almost every time we ...