Stress in marriage can lead to depression, says study
Washington: Marital stress may make people more vulnerable to depression, a new study has warned. The study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers and their colleagues found that people who experience chronic marital stress are less able to savour positive experiences, a hallmark of... read more »
Storehouse of nutrients, leafy Kale a must in our daily diet
Kale, a green leafy vegetable of the cabbage family, has shot to fame in the recent past. It originated in Asia and was brought to Europe around 600 BC. Also, known as a hidden superfood, Kale comes in various colours such as yellow, deep green, deep steely blue, purplish red and almost black. Its... read more »
Laugh your way to improved short-term memory
Washington: A new study has revealed that laughter can improve short-term memory and makes the brain work better in older adults. The research conducted by Loma Linda University in Southern California made 20 normal, healthy, older adults watched a funny video distraction-free for 20 minutes and... read more »
Drinking green tea improves working memory
Green tea has been linked to many other health benefits including the risk of developing cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. This research was conducted at the University Hospital of Basel Switzerland and led by Professors Christoph Beglinger and Stefan Borgwardt. Native to China and India,... read more »
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