Weight

Following American Heart Association's 'simple seven' recommendations can prevent hypertension, claims study

A recent study suggested that following even one of the 'simple seven' recommendations can reduce the risk of developing hypertension by six percent

Walking alone will not prevent weight gain, does have emotional and health benefits: study

The participants walked either 10,000, 12,500 or 15,000 steps a day, six days a week for 24 weeks, while the calories were tracked.

The definition of the kilogram has been changed, by scientists, 130 years later

20 May 2019 is a red letter day with the changes in the definition of the ampere, the Kelvin and the mole.

Meghalaya government puts cap on weight of school bags, sets restrictions on homework for some classes

The Meghalaya government has put a cap on the weight of school bags for all classes and set restrictions on homework for classes 1 and 2

Why Bollywood's obsession with waif-like actresses is especially troubling in India

Kareena Kapoor's photoshopped Vogue shoot and Karan Johar schooling Alia Bhatt about losing weight are recent examples of Bollywood's age old obsession with actresses slim and slender.

Can't get food out of your mind? Play this game to resist cravings

Researchers at Drexel University have developed a computer game and smartphone app to help people control unhealthy eating habits and ultimately lose weight.

Scientists develop voice-controlled mobile app helps you lose weight

A mobile application developed by US scientists lets you log calorie counts at every meal by verbally describing the contents of a meal, thus making it easier for people struggling with obesity to track their nutrition intake.

Did you know your height and weight may affect income?

Men who are shorter in height and women who are obese are more likely to be socio-economically deprived with lower levels of education, occupation, & income

Overweight men have more sexual partners, says study

When it comes to satisfying your sexual desire, a little extra body weight may come in handy as researchers have found that overweight men are likely to have more sexual partners than their normal or underweight counterparts.

Sonakshi Sinha has a gift for weight critics - her middle finger!

Sonakshi Sinha shows a middle finger to her haters, says she will never be size zero.