Browsing: Health

Artificial sweeteners have found a prominent place in our kitchens, becoming a staple for those seeking to reduce or eliminate sugar due to diabetes and other health factors. However, recent reports about aspartame, a commonly used sweetener, have set off

The temperature at which we consume water has long been a topic of debate, with Ayurvedic traditions suggesting caution regarding cold water consumption. In contrast, scientific research has found no substantial evidence to support the notion that drinking cold water

In an ironic twist of self-serving rhetoric, Jacek Olczak, CEO of tobacco giant Philip Morris International (PMI), has taken to the pulpit to preach the gospel of tobacco harm reduction. His earnest plea for governments worldwide to accelerate the end

The typical image of a heart attack – an individual clutching their chest in distress – fails to encapsulate the complexity of this critical event. Often, heart attacks bring subtler signs, a fact that is worryingly unknown to many, leading

China’s COVID-19 situation is teetering on the brink of a precipice. The populous nation is potentially staring down an unprecedented spike of 65 million cases per week by June, escalating global concerns and prompting urgent deliberation on the pandemic’s trajectory.

Amidst a plethora of health-tracking gadgets, an easily accessible and crucial indicator of health often goes unnoticed: the resting heart rate. This metric, which can be measured without the aid of any sophisticated devices, holds significant insights into one’s cardiac

Dubai is prepared to host the highly-anticipated 2023 PrecisionMed Exhibition & Summit (PMES) on 23-24 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre. PMES 2023, regarded as the pre-eminent event for advancements in precision medicine in the Middle East, brings together

A peer-reviewed study released on Monday reveals that an oral weight loss drug developed by Pfizer demonstrates similar efficacy and faster results compared to Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic injection. The phase two clinical trial included 411 adults with Type 2 diabetes

A study published this week suggests that the time of day when you exercise may determine your health benefits. This is because physical activity in the afternoon may offer the greatest benefits. When it comes to exercise and longevity, timing

Apple’s long-running quest to incorporate blood glucose monitoring into the Apple Watch appears to be moving forward. Sources at Bloomberg claim that the company’s no-prick monitoring is now at a “proof-of-concept stage” and could be marketed once it becomes smaller.