A fertility specialist based at St Mary's Hospital in London has proved how little evidence is there to back up the claims of many diet products, by showing that even a placebo can make seven out of 10 persons lose weight.
Philem Dipak Singh traces Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's rise to Olympic glory.
The MasterChef winner's fitness tips.
It's not so hard when you share the work. Happy 2009.
How weird can you get with your New Year resolutions? Here are some of the weirdest New Year resolutions from across the world.
BMI, body fat percentage -- losing weight can be complicated. Here's the skinny on the numbers -- and the products -- you need to know to get in shape.
'Last year, India exported more software than Saudi Arabia exported oil.' 'Last year India got $83 billion of private equity.' '50 percent of India's FDI has come in the last five years.'
India were made to toil hard by the world No 2 Australia before eventually losing the match in a close encounter.
Dietician Komal Jethmalani provides expert help.
Hemant Kadam tells us how he sacrificed his love for unhealthy junk food and changed his lifestyle to be fitter and lighter.
The Transcend Implantable Gastric Stimulator, by Transneuronix of Mt. Arlington, New Jersey and Langenhagen, Germany, uses pulses of electricity to trick the brain into thinking the stomach is full.
They both help cut down your fat percentage, say nutritionist Shraddha Sheth and fitness instructor Abhishekh Patil.
Netherlands thrash Bangladesh by 87 runs and cause another upset in the World Cup in Kolkata on Saturday.
Not getting the desired results from your exercise routine? Here's why and what you can do about it.
Karan's motivation, as he would say, would be to "fit into a t-shirt."
Make sure you're fighting fit for the CAT with these diet tips.
Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is ready to trade blows with Pakistan-born British professional Amir Khan and accepted his challenge to fight in India, saying it will prove to be a big boost to the sport in the country. Two-time former world champion, Amir, who has been training intensively for his much-anticipated WBC title contest against Mexico's Saul 'Canelo Alvarez want to fight against Vijender soon in India. Commenting on Amir Khan's challenge, Vijender said: "I accept the challenge of Amir Khan and I am sure this fight will be a big boost to boxing in our country. "As we both fight in different weight categories so will have to see whether Amir gains or I have to lose weight. I have started my professional boxing career last year only and have made only 4 appearances in the pro ring.
Health goals should be for life, not event-centric, says Aayushi Lakhapati.
Are you desperate to become thin? If so, how far will you go to achieve this body structure?
Vinesh Phogat was unable to hold back the tears in Istanbul last month when she emerged from a turbulent fortnight with a gold medal around her neck and a ticket to the Rio Olympics in her possession.
The spin legend was on a three-month holiday in Thailand.
Take this quiz to assess whether you are going to be fit for life.
'The allegations of government involvement in targeted assassinations abroad are likely to help, not hurt, the ruling party.' 'True or false, they convey a sense of muscularity and, in some quarters, are celebrated as a harbinger of 'great power' status.'
After attacking in the first round, which he won by an unanimous decision, Sanjeet slipped into a defensive mode to allow Faoagali claw his way back in the contest.
This year is expected to break fresh ground in technology with a fancy range of gadgets. So get ready to get wired into the new year.
Sumukhi's fitness trainer Urmi Kothari reveals the techniques she used to help the artiste lose weight and get in shape.
Ronaldo took his new girlfriend to watch him training with Brazil on Tuesday while coach Carlos Alberto Parreira thanked her for helping the Real Madrid forward lose weight.
The Customer Complaints Council pulled up Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) for advertisement of its water purifier product 'Pureit Ultima'.
Mohnish Singh brings you some surprising revelations from an entertaining episode.
Nishi Grover is a dietician who has been practicing in for over 30 years in New Delhi. In her book on dieting, she talks about the need to relearn how one eats
Bollywood is celebrating Halloween by posting some of the cutest -- and quite innovative! -- pictures on social media.
The India team have had its share of innovations and it is now using multi-coloured rubber balls for catching practice!
A well-balanced lifestyle is the cornerstone for people living with diabetes and those at risk, recommends Shilpa Joshi, head of Metabolic Nutrition, Fitterfly.
'You can achieve. You can believe. You can dream.'
The test calculates one's body fat, its distribution, and the lean body mass. Pradeep Chowbey reports.
Unrealistic expectations is one reason. The solution is to start small, in small steps!\n\n
A new study revealed how popular diets helped participants lose weight and improve their health.
Samreedhi Sharma recommends a combination of both... and a good pair of shoes!
Antim Panghal once again confirmed her emergence as one of the top wrestlers in the country by winning the World Championships trials in Patiala on Friday.
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