New research has left people shocked at the number of calories pregnancy burns. Biologists from Monash University in Melbourne have discovered human pregnancy requires an astonishing 49,753 dietary calories. That’s the same as 104 McDonald’s Happy Meals or 218 Mars bars. “Most of (the) energy that mammals put into reproduction is ‘boiled off’ as metabolic … Read more
A new study from researchers at Yale University helps demystify why some images stick out in people’s memories more than others. It’s said that “man bites dog” makes the news while “dog bites man” does not. The latter is unfortunate but not surprising, but the former is very surprising. The same principle seems to apply … Read more
NEW DELHI: The increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves is resulting in preterm and early-term labor, a study has found. According to a new multi-institutional study published JAMA Network Open, premature births are increasing due to hot weather conditions to intense and prolonged heatwaves. The researchers analysed 5.3 crore births across the 50 largest metropolitan … Read more
A common supplement taken by millions of pensioners could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes for many people, a major new study has found. Fish oil has long been believed to have many health benefits and it has been shown to help relieve debilitating symptoms of arthritis. However, a study published in the … Read more
In a new study, researchers were able to improve the low-quality images produced by a metalens. These types of ultra-thin cameras have the advantage of being small, but typically have poor image quality. That may be changing. AI enhancement of photos is not new, but using them to improve the low quality of metalenses is. … Read more
New Delhi: Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair holds the key to the puzzle that was his host of ailments, hearing loss, and early death. Nearly 200 years after his death, scientists have identified dangerously high levels of lead in two locks of hair. The German composer’s penchant for cheap wine sweetened with lead could have led … Read more
New Delhi: A new study suggests that the blockbuster diabetes drug Semaglutide could be sold for a profit at just $0.89 (Rs 83.35) a month compared to $353 (Rs 29,421) currently charged in the US, highlighting “exorbitant corporate profiteering” by pharmaceutical companies when it comes to such medicines. According to an analysis by Doctors Without … Read more
When it comes to our health, the term “superfood” gets thrown around a lot. In recent years we have become even more obsessed with the idea of specific foods or drinks that could help prevent or even treat certain conditions. Typically these will be foods packed with vitamins, minerals or antioxidants that are known to … Read more
LONDON: A study on genes of two different mouse models with liver disease has helped a team of Austrian researchers to better understand liver scarring and to develop more effective treatments for the disease.Scarring, also known as fibrosis, occurs when liver cells are replaced by fibrous tissue. The largest internal organ then hardens and becomes … Read more
NEW DELHI: Space travel, with its awe-inspiring vistas and weightless freedom, also brings forth a host of physiological challenges for astronauts. Among these, an unexpected and often underestimated issue is the prevalence of headaches during space missions. Let’s delve into the fascinating reasons behind this cosmic discomfort.Research in the burgeoning field of space medicine has … Read more