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A good sex life 'helps you live longer'

A good sex life 'helps you live longer'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

A new study has revealed that a great sex life will not only help you feel and look younger -- it will also help you live longer.

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

Rediff.com28 May 2018

There coud be other reasons for gaining weight, losing hair, explains Dr Usha Menon.

Why muesli is good for weight loss during summer

Why muesli is good for weight loss during summer

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

These foods will keep your energy levels high and drive away your hunger pangs.

Shed the pounds with these top 10 fat-fighting foods

Shed the pounds with these top 10 fat-fighting foods

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Instead of helping us lose weight, starvation encourages fat build up by slowing down our metabolism. Instead of beating the urge to eat, you can use it to your advantage by eating fat fighting foods. Here are some that may increase your fat-fighting ability.

INSPIRING! How I lost 22 kg in the lockdown

INSPIRING! How I lost 22 kg in the lockdown

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Indra Narayan Das tells us how he went from 95 kg to weighing 73 kg with the right diet and exercise.

Fat to Fit: How I lost 42 kilos in six months

Fat to Fit: How I lost 42 kilos in six months

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Vamshi Krishna shares his incredible weightloss journey.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

Men, try these foods to increase your sex drive

Men, try these foods to increase your sex drive

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Head to the market ASAP!

6 professors awarded Infosys Prize 2019 for science and research

6 professors awarded Infosys Prize 2019 for science and research

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

The annual award includes a pure gold medal, a citation and a prize purse worth $ 100,000 or its equivalent in the Indian rupees.

Let's talk about sex

Let's talk about sex

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

The big problem with sex is that nobody talks about the problems.

India working on GM herbs, says Greenpeace

India working on GM herbs, says Greenpeace

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

Even as the debate over safety and essentiality of genetically modified foods continues, Indian research institutes are trying to genetically modify some high-value medicinal herbs that are an integral part of ayurvedic medicine, a recent report of pro-environment group Greenpeace has said.

India cancels orders for Chinese COVID-19 test kits

India cancels orders for Chinese COVID-19 test kits

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

India procured around 5 lakh rapid antibody test kits from the two Chinese firms, Guongzhou Wondfo Biotech and Livzon Diagnostics, and they were distributed to several states reporting rising cases of the coronavirus infection.

Want to avert diabetes? Pop a Viagra

Want to avert diabetes? Pop a Viagra

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Taking the male potency pill may benefit the patients at diabetes risk, according to a new study.

Piramal Enterprises to stop early-stage research

Piramal Enterprises to stop early-stage research

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

To focus on molecules at advanced stage of development; move to impact 200 scientists.

The secret formula to lose weight

The secret formula to lose weight

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

According to a study, time-restricted eating can help you lose weight.

Why you feel hungry all the time

Why you feel hungry all the time

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

'These are foods that are very common in the Indian diet... Naan, chapatti, rice...' 'Those processed carbohydrates are far worse for body weight and heart health than the fats they replaced.' 'The problem with these foods is that even if there isn't any obvious sugar in them, they turn to sugar very quickly.'

7 benefits of high intensity training

7 benefits of high intensity training

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

These short, intense workouts provide improved athletic capacity and condition, improved glucose metabolism, and better fat burning.

'Modelling is temporary; looks don't last long'

'Modelling is temporary; looks don't last long'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

Acquin Pais tells us about the women who turn him on, his physique, and what fashion is all about.

Fat to fit: How I fought obesity and lost 37 kg

Fat to fit: How I fought obesity and lost 37 kg

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

Apoorba Kumar Patranabish, 37 from Hyderabad reveals how he went from 127 kg to 90 kg in 11 months.

What 7 hours of sleep can do to your body

What 7 hours of sleep can do to your body

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

It is important to give the body the rest it deserves, which will ultimately help to enhance memory, improve focus and develop the capacity for learning new information, says Chaitanya Ramalingegowda.

'COVID-19 is a man made pandemic'

'COVID-19 is a man made pandemic'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'Wild animals lived in their natural environment.' 'So, viruses could not be communicated.' 'Then came mass production and mass quartering of animals -- whether it be poultry, pigs and cattle -- which gave rise to bird flu, SARS and the mad cow disease.' 'Vast amounts of animal produce are also being flown from one part of the world to another, which has helped to spread the virus.' 'All these changes have led to a new and deadly mutation of the virus that has immobliised human beings.'

Ayurveda, finding favours from CEOs

Ayurveda, finding favours from CEOs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

Indian CEOs are increasingly depending on Ayurveda as compared to mainstream medicine to combat lifestyle diseases.

Want damage-free hair?

Want damage-free hair?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

A healthy diet and care will help your tresses.

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

If you are pregnant or obese you are at higher risk of swine flu.

All you need to know about National Rare Disease Policy

All you need to know about National Rare Disease Policy

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Rs 100 crore funds have been allocated towards genetic disorders.

The simple secret how he went from 124 kg to 92 kg

The simple secret how he went from 124 kg to 92 kg

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Sameer Chopra, 40, shares his story.

A mango a day may keep diabetes at bay

A mango a day may keep diabetes at bay

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

Some mango components act on the same pathways that diabetes and cholesterol drugs target.

Choco lovers have better health: Research

Choco lovers have better health: Research

Rediff.com16 Oct 2007

An essential ingredient in chocolate is cocoa which is rich in flavonoids. By eating chocolate, catechin and epicatechin can reach the bloodstream where they can be transported around the body, helping to prevent oxidation so the body can stay healthier.

Inside PIX: Shilpa, Sridevi, Raveena party together!

Inside PIX: Shilpa, Sridevi, Raveena party together!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

'Who needs to see a moon when I can see a star?' Bollywood's husbands get romantic as their wives fast for them.

Another Russian athlete tests positive

Another Russian athlete tests positive

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Russia's Yulia Efimova faces a life ban after the breaststroke specialist tested positive for meldonium, with her temporary suspension confirmed by the All-Russian Swimming Federation (ARSF) on Thursday.

The surprising truth about fish that you didn't know

The surprising truth about fish that you didn't know

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

You can call it 'a friend for your nervous system'.

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Currently under investigation in clinical trials, left gastric artery embolisation is a less invasive option to surgery.

Beware! Diet soda causes dementia, stroke

Beware! Diet soda causes dementia, stroke

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

People who frequently consume sugary beverages such as sodas and fruit juices are more likely to have poorer memory, smaller overall brain volumes.

The girl who lost Dangal, but found Aashram

The girl who lost Dangal, but found Aashram

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

'Bobby Deol has a child-like quality which makes you love him instantly.'

Why any job IS NOT better than no job!

Why any job IS NOT better than no job!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Researchers suggest a poor quality job may be worse for your health than no job.

Nicholas in drug deal with Eli Lilly

Nicholas in drug deal with Eli Lilly

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

Domestic pharma firm inks first-of-its-kind pact.

Quiz: Are you overdosing on vitamins?

Quiz: Are you overdosing on vitamins?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Too much of health supplements can be dangerous for your health. Find out how.

Fast once a month for a healthy heart

Fast once a month for a healthy heart

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

For food-buffs, it may appear to be a bit difficult option but fasting once a month pays -- it can help stave off a heart attack. International researchers have carried out a study and found that skipping meals for one day a month could reduce the risk of coronary artery disease by nearly 40 per cent, the Daily Mail reported on Wednesday.

Fat to Fit: How I lost 23 kg without a trainer

Fat to Fit: How I lost 23 kg without a trainer

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Mahima Seth, 25 who works as a financial consultant tells us how she lost 23 kg in 10 months.

Struggling with your weight loss?

Struggling with your weight loss?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

Blame it all on the Weight Loss Plateau! Here's what it is and how to overcome it.