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Cancer is a lifestyle disease. Manipal Hospital oncologist Dr Nitin stresses the importance of proper diet, physical activity, and sleep.

Did you think that the sugar in soft drinks "only" gave you cavities or a few extra pounds? According to a study relayed by Slate, the reality is a little more surprising: refined sugar can modify the ...

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Drinking cold milk straight from the bottle may seem harmless, but it can alter your digestion and weaken your immune system.

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USA-Manufactured Oral Health Supplement Combines Xylitol, Grape Seed Extract, and Cranberries to Support Teeth, Gums, and ...

ALL is the most common childhood cancer, and cases are rising. Find out why this trend is paired with a remarkable 90% survival rate, and what public health action is needed next.