Stress and alcohol 'feed' off each other

Acute stress seems to precipitate alcohol drinking, but the reasons why it does are still not clear.

Monday, 18 July 2011, 17:34 IST

Elderly show way to recovery after surgeries

Retired professor J.R. Verma, 91, underwent a second knee replacement surgery four months ago. But the only signs of old age this Delhiite carries...

Monday, 18 July 2011, 17:31 IST

Scientists isolate gene behind mental retardation

With the help of a new sequencing technology, scientists have isolated a gene linked to mental retardation.

Monday, 18 July 2011, 17:30 IST

Cutting edge technique can print new teeth after scan

What if, instead of waiting days or weeks for a cast to be produced, your dentist could quickly scan your jaw and "print" your new teeth using a...

Monday, 18 July 2011, 17:23 IST

Bigger bites ensure lesser eating

Larger portions at restaurants usually mean we tend to eat more, but surprisingly bigger bites lead to eating less.

Beware - eating disorders might hasten death

Tomato compound may help prevent prostate cancer

Omega-3 eases anxiety among young

Consuming more fish oil seems to significantly ease anxiety and inflammation among healthy young people.

Gelatin from humans could spice up desserts, candies

Herbal remedy beats brain cancer

Why good posture makes you tougher