Tomatoes are rich source of antioxidant compounds, such as lycopene, phenolics and ascorbic acid however consumption of raw tomatoes gives only tiny amounts of lycophene.
Research team used a model of the digestive tract in order to measure the amount of lycopene and other antioxidants released from tomatoes during typical digestive conditions. Data revealed 75% of the total antioxidants were released including 4% of the lycopene found in the raw tomato.
Singapore's health minister has warned against the risks involved in the surgery to separate the Indian twins joined at their head.
Reputed Singaporean neurosurgeon, Keith Goh, emphasized that the state government of Andhra Pradesh in India has urged him to surgically separate five-year-old Indian twin sisters Vani and Veena.
Two over-the-counter diet pills which can help people in reducing extra pounds will be available from this week. The ability of pills to enhance weight reduction has been proved through various clinical trails. Experts cautioned that these pills are not a quick fix solution to the problem of obesity. The main purpose of these pills is to supplement efforts of people to reduce weight.
Alli (also known as Orlistat) helps in losing 50 per cent more weight by absorbing about 25% of the fat from food. Appesat tricks the brain into thinking the stomach is full. Alli has some side effects also like diarrhea.
Recent study has revealed alcohol doesn't alter a man's ability to estimate age of women. The new study shatters the excuse of "beer goggles" often used by men. Study proves that attractiveness of a woman decreases after alcohol consumption.
University of Leicester researchers led by Dr Vincent Egan analyzed data collected from 120 sober men and women, and 120 who were drinking in pubs.
Recent study revealed that excessive hair growth can be more than a cosmetic problem. It can be a medical condition demanding proper treatment.
Researchers revealed that excess hair growth, known as hirsutism, is a distressing condition that affects 5-15% of women. Studies also showed that majority of women suffering from this condition hesitate from consulting a doctor.