Heart Care and Cholesterol Control

Preventing Coronary Diseases
When there are excess deposits of fat, cholesterol or other substances in the inner wall of arteries, the arteries narrow and harden into a condition known as astherosclerosis, the most common cause of heart trouble. A planned diet and regular exercise are the key to prevent atheroclerosis.

Friendly and Unfriendly FATS
FAT should not exceed 30 per cent of your total calorie intake, which includes...

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How to get a Good Night Sleep

Are you getting enough sleep? If not, you are not alone. A recent study has found that one in every two Indians (46 per cent) sleeps less than six hours. A busy work schedule, a hectic social life, household chores and children’s worries leave little time for sleep. Modern life builds up so much stress and anxiety that when we do get to bed, most of us find it difficult to sleep well.

Adults need at least seven to eight hours of sleep every...

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Play it Safe
Sex is better when you don’t have to worry about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Unsafe sex can put you or your partner at risk for STDs. Protect yourself and your partner. Then you can relax and feel close. If you decide to have sex, be sure to carry condoms.

It Can Happen to you

In all societies, sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are among the most common of all infections....

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A consortium of international scientists said they have located the first gene for susceptibility to testicular cancer. British researchers who led the study said the gene dubbed TGCT1 on chromosome X is inherited from the mother and can increase a man’s risk of testicular cancer by up to 50 times. The finding brings scientists a step closer to finding the gene, which could lead to earlier detection, treatment and cure of the most common cancer among young men. “What we have achieved is the localization...

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Skin Cancer Warning Signs

So there are no clear-cut warning signs for skin cancer, the signs and symptoms can largely vary for people, but it primarily occurs on part of the skin that is exposed to the skin like the scalp, lips, face, ears, neck, arms, legs and hands.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

This type of skin cancer is easiest to treat, and it is also the most common. Basal cell carcinoma looks like a pearly or waxy bump on the face, ears or neck. It can also...

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