Radhika Madan: Clothes don’t define us
Mumbai, Feb 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Radhika Madan says she gets baffled when she finds how women are still made to feel “judged” for something like a bra-strap. The actress has come forward to lend her…
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Job insecurity negatively affects your personality
Sydney, Feb 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Experiencing chronic job insecurity can change your personality for the worse, say researchers, adding that those exposed to job insecurity over more than four years became less emotionally stable, less agreeable,…
Running marathons may up heart attack risk
New York, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) While aerobic exercise generally benefits health, extreme endurance exercise — like marathon and triathlon — can raise a person’s risk for sudden cardiac arrest and atrial fribrillation, according to a…
Weight-based bullying ups alcohol use risks in adolescence
New York, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Adolescents bullied about their weight or body shape are more likely to use alcohol or marijuana than others, according to a new study. According to the study, published in the…
Booking via Airbnb? Look for smiling women hosts in photos
Jerusalem, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Next time when you book a room via Airbnb, look closely at the photos your would-be host has uploaded. According to the researchers, women are deemed more trustworthy than men, older…
Drinks with added sugar bad for heart: Study
New York, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Consuming sugary drinks may be linked to lipid imbalance, which increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), according to a new study. The study, published in Journal of the American…
Eating walnut linked to healthy life in women
New York, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Women in their late 50s and early 60s who consumed at least two servings of walnuts per week had a greater likelihood of healthy aging compared to those who did…
53% Indian women get intimate outside marriage: Report
New Delhi, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Shattering the long-celebrated “pativrata” image of Indian married women, a new survey on Wednesday revealed that 53 per cent of Indian women admitted having already had an intimate relationship outside…
Stressed over board exams? Spend 10 mins daily with nature
New York, Feb 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Amid the ongoing board exams, spending as little as 10 minutes in a natural setting like the neighbourhood park can help students feel happier and lessen the effects of both…
Stress may lead to surprising social benefits
New York, Feb 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) While too much stress can be toxic to your health, a new study suggests that despite its negative side effects, it may also lead to a surprising social benefit. The…
Dairy milk intake may up breast cancer risk
New York, Feb 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Researchers have found that even relatively moderate amounts of dairy milk consumption can increase women’s risk of breast cancer — up to 80 per cent depending on the amount consumed….
Childhood physical abuse leads to heavy cigarette use
New York, Feb 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Researchers have found that children who have been abused, mistreated or neglected at home are more likely to start smoking cigarettes and other substances. The study, published in the journal…
Specific gut bacteria may be linked to high BP
New York, Feb 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have identified a distinct collection of bacteria found in the gut that may contribute to and predict the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). PAH…
Half pint of beer a day can lead to longer life
London, Feb 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a good news to beer lovers, researchers have found that men who consume half a pint of beer a day are 81 per cent more likely to reach the milestone…
Eat fruits, yoghurt daily to reduce stroke risk
London, Feb 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Different types of food are linked to risks of different types of stroke, say researchers, adding that higher intakes of fruit, vegetables and dairy products is linked to a lower risk…
Why most young women are stressed about their sex lives
Sydney, Feb 23 (SocialNews.XYZ) More than half of young women in Australia experience some form of sexually-related personal distress — feeling guilty, embarrassed, stressed or unhappy about their sex lives. A study conducted Monash University…
Priyanka Chopra: Wendell Rodricks was a pioneer, a visionary
Mumbai, Feb 23 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who walked the ramp at the 15th Blenders Pride Fashion Tour paid her tribute to late fashion designer Wendell Rodricks by saying that he was the pioneer…
More information may sometimes lead to worse decisions
New York, Feb 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Information overload may not always be a good thing. Researchers have found that in certain circumstances, having more background information may actually lead people to take worse decisions. The study,…
Obesity at younger age? Bariatric surgery may help
London, Feb 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Researchers have found that surgical treatment of obesity is as effective for individuals who developed the disorder early, by the age of 20, as for those who have developed obesity later…
Olive oil in Mediterranean diet may help you live longer
New York, Feb 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Mediterranean diet, which is commonly referred to as a heart-healthy way of eating, has been linked to a number of potential health benefits, now researchers have found that olive…