http://www.dnaindia.com/ dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, business, technology, Mumbai, India, world and more. en-us COPYRIGHT @ 2013 DILIGENT MEDIA CORPORATION LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED XML::RSS Thu, 23 May 2013 22:52:40 GMT Thu, 23 May 2013 22:52:40 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/syndication/ 10 http://static.dnaindia.com/images/710/logo_dna_rss.gif http://www.dnaindia.com/ 31 88 dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, politics, India, World and more. http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838410/report-fish-oil-supplements-may-help-cut-risk-of-diabetes-heart-disease http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838410/report-fish-oil-supplements-may-help-cut-risk-of-diabetes-heart-disease This is the first study to pool data from previous trials to suggest that fish oil consumption increases adiponectin in humans. Thu, 23 May 2013 07:13:19 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838193/report-study-shows-women-s-purses-are-dirtier-than-toilet-seats-and-flushes http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838193/report-study-shows-women-s-purses-are-dirtier-than-toilet-seats-and-flushes A recent study conducted by Initial Washroom Hygiene stated that a woman's purse or handbag could contain more germs than an average toilet seat. Thu, 23 May 2013 05:19:47 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837945/report-radioactive-nanoparticles-that-target-cancer-cells-developed http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837945/report-radioactive-nanoparticles-that-target-cancer-cells-developed The University of Missouri scientists cover the lutetium nanoparticles with gold shells and attach targeting agents. Wed, 22 May 2013 10:47:31 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838060/report-girl-can-rotate-leg-180-degrees-after-surviving-cancer-operation http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1838060/report-girl-can-rotate-leg-180-degrees-after-surviving-cancer-operation In a video uploaded on YouTube, Jen O'Shea documents the reactions of pals, family and classmates to her new trick. Wed, 22 May 2013 09:46:25 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837507/report-discarded-kidneys-could-be-recycled-to-produce-replacement-organs http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837507/report-discarded-kidneys-could-be-recycled-to-produce-replacement-organs The research involved pumping a mild detergent through kidneys that were refused for transplant. Tue, 21 May 2013 08:52:47 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837030/report-prediabetes-wake-up-call-to-take-immediate-prevention-action http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1837030/report-prediabetes-wake-up-call-to-take-immediate-prevention-action The condition means they have blood glucose levels that are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:39:30 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836788/report-heavy-drinkers-who-smoke-have-more-problems http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836788/report-heavy-drinkers-who-smoke-have-more-problems Sun, 19 May 2013 09:46:14 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836750/report-drinking-coffee-could-help-cut-liver-disease-risk http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836750/report-drinking-coffee-could-help-cut-liver-disease-risk PSC is an inflammatory disease of the bile ducts that results in inflammation and subsequent fibrosis that can lead to cirrhosis of the liver, liver failure and biliary cancer Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:02 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836747/report-when-doctors-ask-for-help http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836747/report-when-doctors-ask-for-help About 6,000 Indians are diagnosed with leukaemia each year. Sun, 19 May 2013 07:13:11 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836716/report-darker-skin-also-prone-to-skin-cancer http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836716/report-darker-skin-also-prone-to-skin-cancer Dr. Friedman was among the nationally recognized skincare experts invited to speak at the 5th annual Skin of Color Seminar, a medical symposium focusing on the top dermatologic issues for patients of color. Sun, 19 May 2013 06:50:54 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836350/report-alcoholics-who-smoke-may-show-early-ageing-of-brain http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836350/report-alcoholics-who-smoke-may-show-early-ageing-of-brain The study looks at the interactive effects of smoking status and age on neurocognition in one-month-abstinent alcohol dependent (AD) individuals in treatment. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:05:38 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836229/report-respiratory-disease-and-multi-organ-failure-cases-on-the-rise-doctors http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1836229/report-respiratory-disease-and-multi-organ-failure-cases-on-the-rise-doctors Sat, 18 May 2013 02:37:20 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1835938/report-retirement-bad-for-health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1835938/report-retirement-bad-for-health According to IEA, the study found that people should work for a longer span for health and economic reasons. Fri, 17 May 2013 08:27:04 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834944/report-hysterectomy-does-not-increase-heart-disease-risk http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834944/report-hysterectomy-does-not-increase-heart-disease-risk Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of a woman's uterus; it is sometimes accompanied by the removal of the ovaries to decrease the risk of ovarian cancer. Wed, 15 May 2013 09:02:21 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834939/report-fish-oil-may-stall-brain-damaging-effects-of-junk-food http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834939/report-fish-oil-may-stall-brain-damaging-effects-of-junk-food The team at the University's Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease reviewed research from around the world to see whether there was sufficient data available to suggest that omega-3s had a role to play in aiding weight loss. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:40:08 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834767/report-mastectomy-isn-t-always-first-choice http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834767/report-mastectomy-isn-t-always-first-choice Wed, 15 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834785/report-stress-should-be-on-early-detection-doctors http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834785/report-stress-should-be-on-early-detection-doctors Wed, 15 May 2013 02:16:12 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834783/report-combating-the-faulty-gene http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834783/report-combating-the-faulty-gene After Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie revealed that she has undergone a preventive double mastectomy because she had a very high risk of breast cancer, here are some FAQs about the medical procedure and the condition. Wed, 15 May 2013 02:14:13 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834645/report-scientists-unveil-first-made-in-india-rotavirus-vaccine http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834645/report-scientists-unveil-first-made-in-india-rotavirus-vaccine Officials said there were two licensed rotavirus vaccines introduced in more than 40 countries but they remain out of reach for many in the developing world. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:08:15 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834485/report-angelina-jolie-goes-under-the-knife-for-double-mastectomy http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834485/report-angelina-jolie-goes-under-the-knife-for-double-mastectomy With the surgery, the actress reduced her cancer risk from 87 percent to 5 percent Tue, 14 May 2013 07:06:56 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834436/report-eat-insects-to-lose-weight-un-says http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834436/report-eat-insects-to-lose-weight-un-says According to the authors of a new study many insects contain the same amount of protein and minerals as meat Tue, 14 May 2013 06:03:52 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834429/report-work-stress-and-unhealthy-lifestyle-ups-heart-disease-risk http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834429/report-work-stress-and-unhealthy-lifestyle-ups-heart-disease-risk People with job stress and an unhealthy lifestyle are at higher risk of coronary artery disease than people who have job stress but lead healthy lifestyles, a new study has found. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:43:51 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834430/report-tumor-activated-protein-promotes-cancer-metastasis http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834430/report-tumor-activated-protein-promotes-cancer-metastasis Roughly 90% of all cancer deaths are due to metastasis – the disease spreading from the original tumor site to multiple, distant tissues and finally overwhelming the patient's body. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:40:32 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834432/report-living-close-to-major-road-may-damage-kidney-function http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1834432/report-living-close-to-major-road-may-damage-kidney-function The scientists based their findings on more than 1100 adults who had sustained a stroke between 1999 and 2004 and had been admitted to hospital in the greater Boston area of Massachusetts in the US. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:29:59 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833987/report-fat-talk-is-likely-to-make-women-more-lonely http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833987/report-fat-talk-is-likely-to-make-women-more-lonely Find out why your constant struggle to lose weight is not helping you, or those around you Mon, 13 May 2013 09:08:31 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833959/report-how-defect-in-cells-trigger-hearing-vision-loss-and-kidney-disease http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833959/report-how-defect-in-cells-trigger-hearing-vision-loss-and-kidney-disease Researchers found that the size limit for entry is much greater than previously thought, allowing most of a cell's proteins into cilia. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:36:55 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833903/report-tomato-easy-on-pocket-superfood http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833903/report-tomato-easy-on-pocket-superfood Aundh has priciest veggies, Pashan heaviest discounts. Mon, 13 May 2013 04:57:23 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833745/report-new-sars-like-coronavirus-can-probably-pass-from-person-to-person http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833745/report-new-sars-like-coronavirus-can-probably-pass-from-person-to-person Experts say long close contact needed for transmission; Saudi Arabia has biggest cluster of cases. Sun, 12 May 2013 14:08:39 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833685/report-obesity-may-increase-risk-of-dementia http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833685/report-obesity-may-increase-risk-of-dementia It was claimed that even those people who were clinically overweight with a BMI between 25 and 30, were 71 % more likely to develop dementia. Sun, 12 May 2013 10:24:45 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833575/report-subway-not-much-healthier-than-mcdonald-s http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833575/report-subway-not-much-healthier-than-mcdonald-s Adolescents purchase about 1,000 calories worth of food for an afternoon meal at both fast food restaurants—150 calories more per meal than the Institute of Medicine recommends for this age group. Sun, 12 May 2013 05:07:41 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833340/report-are-sit-ups-bad-for-you http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1833340/report-are-sit-ups-bad-for-you Health experts now suggest that so-called training classes and equipment are simply a fad and a waste of time. After Hrs explores . Sat, 11 May 2013 23:30:00 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832630/report-why-some-autistic-kids-are-painfully-sensitive-to-noise-and-bright-lights http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832630/report-why-some-autistic-kids-are-painfully-sensitive-to-noise-and-bright-lights She said that although this could be considered advantageous, in most circumstances if the neural response doesn't stop at the right level it could lead to sensory overload. Thu, 09 May 2013 16:19:25 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832373/report-walnuts-and-their-extracted-oil-cuts-cardiovascular-disease-risk http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832373/report-walnuts-and-their-extracted-oil-cuts-cardiovascular-disease-risk The team evaluated biochemical and physiological responses in the participants before the treatments were administered and again 30 minutes, one hour, two hours, four hours and six hours after administering the treatments. Thu, 09 May 2013 06:17:06 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832357/report-cinnamon-flavored-foods-and-beverages-may-cause-liver-damage http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832357/report-cinnamon-flavored-foods-and-beverages-may-cause-liver-damage Ikhlas Khan and colleagues explain that cinnamon, which comes from the bark of certain trees, is one of the most important flavoring agents used in foods and beverages. Thu, 09 May 2013 05:49:48 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832355/report-drinking-champagne-can-boost-memory http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832355/report-drinking-champagne-can-boost-memory In a press release, Professor Jeremy Spencer at the University of Reading in the UK said that they encourage a responsible approach to alcohol consumption, and their results suggest that a very low intake of one to two glasses a week can be effective. Thu, 09 May 2013 05:40:32 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832225/report-tension-doesn-t-tickle-your-funny-bones-it-eats-them-up-instead http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832225/report-tension-doesn-t-tickle-your-funny-bones-it-eats-them-up-instead A 34-year-old dentist was suffering from an excruciating backache for months before she realised that chronic stress levels were eating up her bones. Thu, 09 May 2013 01:38:43 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832062/report-how-aerobic-exercise-helps-lower-breast-cancer-risk http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1832062/report-how-aerobic-exercise-helps-lower-breast-cancer-risk Observational studies suggest physical activity lowers breast cancer risk. Wed, 08 May 2013 11:19:19 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831806/report-flabby-and-depressed-stop-eating-your-problems-up http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831806/report-flabby-and-depressed-stop-eating-your-problems-up Bariatric surgeons call it stress-eating disorder. Wed, 08 May 2013 03:30:00 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831836/report-persistent-pain-in-your-tummy-it-could-be-stomach-migraine http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831836/report-persistent-pain-in-your-tummy-it-could-be-stomach-migraine A seven-year-old girl landed up at a psychiatrist's clinic in Andheri after she episodically complained of stomach ache. Wed, 08 May 2013 02:56:09 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831505/report-traumatized-mums-avoid-emotional-talks-with-kids http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831505/report-traumatized-mums-avoid-emotional-talks-with-kids Tue, 07 May 2013 05:04:00 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831289/report-nutrition-plays-key-role-in-oral-health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831289/report-nutrition-plays-key-role-in-oral-health The Academy's position paper highlighted that nutrition is an integral component of oral health. Mon, 06 May 2013 12:36:27 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831265/report-5-sudden-symptoms-of-stroke-that-could-save-lives http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831265/report-5-sudden-symptoms-of-stroke-that-could-save-lives Stroke is no longer a disease only of the elderly. Nearly 20 percent of strokes occur in people younger than age 55, and over the past decade, the average age at stroke occurrence has dropped from 71 to 69. Mon, 06 May 2013 11:10:46 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831202/report-new-sexually-transmitted-superbug-could-be-deadlier-than-aids http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831202/report-new-sexually-transmitted-superbug-could-be-deadlier-than-aids According to reports, the antibiotic-resistant strain of gonorrhea HO41 was found in Japan two years ago in a 31-year-old female sex worker. Mon, 06 May 2013 09:16:43 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831120/report-why-women-with-dense-breasts-have-high-risk-of-cancer-metastasis http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1831120/report-why-women-with-dense-breasts-have-high-risk-of-cancer-metastasis This greater density is caused by an excess of a structural protein called collagen. Mon, 06 May 2013 06:02:46 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830856/report-pine-bark-pills-hold-promise-against-diabetes-heart-disease http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830856/report-pine-bark-pills-hold-promise-against-diabetes-heart-disease A previous research has also found that a drink made from pine bark can also help to ease the symptoms of jet lag. Sun, 05 May 2013 08:26:04 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830762/report-peals-of-laughter-heal-most-ailments http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830762/report-peals-of-laughter-heal-most-ailments On world laughter day, discover the benefits of laughing heartily. Sun, 05 May 2013 04:30:00 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830607/report-how-type-2-diabetes-develops http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830607/report-how-type-2-diabetes-develops The Lund researchers fed normal mice fatty food over a long period following which mice became obese, and developed high blood sugar levels and reduced insulin release, as expected before the onset of type 2 diabetes. Sat, 04 May 2013 08:25:43 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830553/report-11-excuses-for-bad-driving-revealed http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830553/report-11-excuses-for-bad-driving-revealed New survey asks motorists about the excuses that they have given to cops for bad driving Sat, 04 May 2013 06:39:56 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830255/report-right-way-to-eat-an-apple-revealed http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830255/report-right-way-to-eat-an-apple-revealed Eating from the top allowed more of the pleasant flesh to encompass the surface of every bite. Fri, 03 May 2013 11:35:53 GMT Health http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830235/report-how-grapes-help-reduce-heart-failure-associated-with-hypertension http://www.dnaindia.com/health/1830235/report-how-grapes-help-reduce-heart-failure-associated-with-hypertension Grapes are a known natural source of antioxidants and other polyphenols, which researchers believe to be responsible for the beneficial effects observed with grape consumption. Fri, 03 May 2013 10:42:51 GMT Health