Lemons were status symbol in ancient Rome
Life Desk :Lemons were status symbols for the ancient Roman ruling elite, according to a study which found that they were the first fruits to...
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Mobile phone use in pregnancy may not affect kids’ brains
Life Desk :Babies born to women who use a mobile phone during pregnancy are unlikely to have any adverse effects on their neuro-development skills such...
Gorge on tomatoes for healthy, acne-free skin
Life Desk :Consumption of tomatoes can not just help maintain a healthy skin, but it can also serve as antioxidant and reduce the risk of...
Reducing nicotine in cigarettes could curb addiction
Life Desk :Reducing nicotine content in cigarettes may decrease their addiction potential in vulnerable populations, says a study. The research team examined the addiction potential...
Too much of good cholesterol bad for your health
Life Desk :While high levels of good cholesterol have long known to be beneficial, its excess can also raise your risk of death, researchers claim....
Eating triggers endorphin release in the brain
Life Desk :Finnish researchers have revealed how eating stimulates brain’s endogenous opioid system to signal pleasure and satiety.The recent results obtained by researchers from Turku...
Rice water for skin and hair
Life Desk :The magical liquid rice water is known to have existed for centuries. Rice water, as the name suggests is fermented water used as...
Why we love fantasy
Life Desk :As the world witnesses a fantasy boom – from Frodo’s journey to Potter’s wand, Baahubali’s strength to the fight for the Throne –...
Day-dreaming while driving is common in drivers
Life Desk :Are you always attentive when driving? If not, you are not alone. A new study has found that mind wandering, which is potentially...
Ginger or turmeric: Which root is better for health?
Life Desk :Ginger (ada) and Turmeric (haldi) have been in use since time immemorial to cure many health ailments. They both have anti- inflammatory properties...
Right time to drink coffee!
Life Desk :Folks who drink their cafe noir first thing in the morning, usually between 8am to 9am , might not be doing the right...
Teacher’s Day 2017
Life Desk :Teacher’s Day is a special occasion celebrated to honour and appreciate the teachers who have taught us much of what we know today....