Working night shifts for more than 30 years can double a woman's risk of developing breast cancer, scientists have warned. In a study published in the British Medical Journal, Canadian researchers assessed whether night shifts were linked to an increased risk of breast cancer.

They studied 1,134 women with breast cancer and 1,179 women without the disease, but of the same age, in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Kingston, Ontario.

Shift work has been suggested as a risk factor for breast cancer, but there has been some doubt about the strength of the findings, largely because of issues around the assessment of exposure and the failure to capture the diversit

Here are the seven regulations we've chalked out for you which one ought to abide by when in a relationship   While there is no rule book that Cupid donates to you after he has struck the arrow, there still are some (read: silent) hard and fasts that you should keep in mind lest you travel through choppy waters in your relationship. Be aware you don't lose balance when sitting on one plank of the love seesaw. Here's making things wee-simpler, we give you a rundown on major relationship rules you just shouldn't mess with.   Avoid anything you'd not want him to do:   You've made things clear to him; he shouldn't talk with his ex, shouldn&#

Your first love is surely the hardest to get over but then there's no need to worry. We tell you ways to move over your first crush.    Stop reminiscing about it  There are many times where you have to stop dwelling over the past and start moving on. Going back to the old memories will only hurt you and this way you won't be able to forget him/her. Try not to think about your past and erase both the good as well as the bad memories.   Give yourself some time to grieve  Even though you must not dwell on the past; the best thing you can do is to give yourself some time to feel bad about it so that it helps you move over fast. As strange as it may so

It is not easy to find love and if you are lucky to having found one, it is quite challenging to keep it going and maintaining a healthy relationship.    Experts say that you have to try balancing between love, patience and self-esteem to really make it. Well, by focusing on certain elements, your relationship is sure to thrive for years to come.   1. Trust and honesty are the most basic of all ingredients to any healthy relationship. Trust like honesty deepens over time. Couples who are able to trust each other don't have to deal with insecurities between each other. They're able to speak freely and be themselves, knowing that their partner loves them for it w

A pair of doves, a heart... these may have always been used to symbolise love, but have changing times replaced them? That's the question we posed to celeb couples and this is what they had to say...     Since time immemorial, people have found it difficult to define love and express it — whether through lyrics, sculptures, poems or paintings. That's where symbols have stepped in — to bridge this gap using symbols of love that are universally acknowledged. We quizzed celebs about the need to explore new symbols of love in an age where relationships and feelings are being constantly tested by the lure of instant gratification and the thrill of living on the

Constantly comparing your relationship     When you begin to compare your previous relationship with the current one; analysing how good or bad it was, how your ex and your present boyfriend is — you are bound to be jumping into a relationship.    Not over your ex yet    Even though you might not be over your ex completely, but you find solace and happiness in your present boyfriend, you are surely looking at something with him. This is another sign that you might end up being in a relationship because you are not over your ex yet.    Your old relationship still hurts    Do you find yourself mourning over your past

David DeAngelo, author of "Double Your Dating", says there is nothing worse than making mistakes that will later be regretted and one way to avoid them is to remember the following, Bullz-Eye.com reported.    First of all , a man should never ask a woman if he can kiss her, as she will only say, a man should never "ask" for a kiss.    Asking her for a kiss will only make a man look like a boy, which is what a woman is not interested in, and even if she says "yes", it could mean she is just being polite, while on the inside her attraction meter will read a firm, "No".    Secondly , a man should never ask a woman

Food, clothing and shelter are considered as the most basic commodity required for living a comfortable life. Above all money plays an important role wherein it is not possible to survive without money. Money is required for getting all these things and there is no place on this planet that will supply food, clothing and shelter without giving the required amount. It is true that the expenses are increasing with the passage of days and it is your duty to find some additional means by which you can definitely get hold of additional income to meet up all the required needs and expenses. Qualification was the greatest barrier people were facing in the past in order to get hold of better job in

Stomach fat is one thing that many of us struggle to get rid of it. But as we age, it gets trickier to lose the belly bulge. However, a well-balanced diet along with exercise can do wonders and help you lose that thick unwanted belly fat. Here are five simple ways to achieve that flat, sexy and toned tummy:  

Do cardio:

Aerobic exercise is the best way to burn the belly fat. A Duke University study also confirms that aerobic exercise is the most effective in burning that deep, visceral belly fat. According to the study, aerobic training burns 67% more calories than resistance training or a combination of the two.

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New Delhi, June 27 : A new survey shows that changing lifestyle has exposed women to the risk of cardiovascular diseases, shattering the popular belief that oestrogen hormone protects them from such ailments.   The survey, 'Visualising the Extent of Heart Disease in Indian Women', revealed that 65 percent doctors believe that oestrogen's deficiency due to changing lifestyle and other co-morbid conditions are among the top five reasons responsible for younger women developing cardiovascular diseases.   According to the survey, 55 percent cardiologists observed 16-20 percent growth in cardiovascular diseases among women in the last five years, while 41 percent of

London, June 27 : It is often assumed that holidays are best spent with your life partner. But a new study proves the thought wrong.   The research, commissioned by Hilton HHonors (a hotel rewards programme), reveals that 60 percent of women have jetted off with their friends and left their loved one at home, reports femalefirst. co. uk.   It's not just women, but also men who like to leave behind their partner at home while they are enjoying with their friends elsewhere.   Two-thirds of men surveyed admitted to leaving their partner at home whilst they jetted off on holiday with their male friends.   "Variety is the spice of life and trying new e

One of the biggest joys in life is to sit with your family and enjoy a delicious lunch on a lazy Sunday afternoon. And the joy is bigger when the lunch is a preparation of traditional, authentic Bengali cuisine.   Among the myriad renowned Bengali dishes is one dish that never fails to impress anyone. It's the Spicy Bengali Mutton Curry aka Kosha Mangsho! It's a known fact that most Bengalis live to eat and not the other way round, and most of them have grown up licking their fingers to Kosha Mangsho's velvety gravy and biting into the juicy pieces of the meat, cooked lovingly by their grandmothers and mothers. Today, we bring you the recipe of this sumptuous dish straig

Having an enviable bachelor pad is a dream for most men. So once you have bought yourself a swanky home, you just need these few things to make your home the hang out zone.   You need not spend big bucks, but just ensure these few things find their way into your home to make it perfect.   Coffee maker: If you love coffee, a coffee maker should be first on your list of must-haves. Investing in a high-quality espresso machine serves both your hosting and decorating needs, as no one can deny that it adds a kick to a bachelor's home.   Mini bar: You will score brownie points with all your guests if you have a well-stocked mini bar. If you don't have a bar, all

Smoothies are a great snack to tide you over a lag time between meals. Fresh smoothies made with skimmed milk and/or low fat yogurt, natural fruits and sweeteners are immensely healthy as well.    Nutritionist, Priya Kathpal with BCube shares her recipe for a low fat smoothie blended with your favourite seasonal fruits. This is a recipe for energy, healthy skin and a recipe to lower cholesterol. It is a great breakfast smoothie, but you can have it whenever you are tired and your battery is low. So here it is: A nutritionist's take on the fruit and cereal smoothie...    Ingredients:    ¼ cup low fat milk ½ a banana ½ an a

Washington: Scientists, including one of Indian-origin, have developed a gen-next device that may enable detection of disease or virus from just one drop of liquid, including blood. 

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) research professors Reginald Farrow and Alokik Kanwal with colleagues have created a carbon nanotube-based device to noninvasively and quickly detect mobile single cells with the potential to maintain a high degree of spatial resolution

Seoul: Asparagus, a common vegetable, may alleviate alcohol hangover and protect liver cells against toxins, researchers claim.

Amino acids and minerals found in asparagus may prevent a hangover, according to researchers at the Institute of Medical Science and Jeju National University in South Korea.

They analysed the components of young asparagus shoots and leaves to compare their biochemical effects on human and rat liver cells.

"The amino acid and mineral contents were found to be much higher in the leaves than the shoots," said lead researcher B Y Kim.

Chronic alcohol use causes oxidative stress on the liver as well as

Islamabad: People who drink black tea are less likely to develop Type 2 diabetes, according to researchers.

A new analysis of data from 50 countries found that the nations who drank the most black tea also suffered the lowest levels of the metabolic syndrome, the Daily Times reported.

The study also found that high tea consumption was related to lower levels of obesity. Scientists believe that the fermentation process, which turns green tea black, could also cause the production of complex health-giving flavonoids.

They also analysed the consumption of black tea and the prevalence of various diseases, including Type 2 diabetes.

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Fatigue or tiredness, lethargy, etc., can be caused by overexertion, both mental and physical, sleep deprivation, anxiety, depression, illness or overall health condition. 

For most people, a busy and stressful lifestyle is the main culprit that drains away our energy. A spell of rest can do you good but if you can make changes in your lifestyle like getting regular exercise, adequate sleep, managing stress and adopting healthy diet, your fitness and mental

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Long working hours leave working women with little time and opportunity to cook a well balanced nutritious meal for themselves and their families. While most working mothers today have a domestic help to aid them with the house work including their kitchen duties, there`s nothing like a care laden meal lovingly prepared by mum.   Dr. Amita Dhar, Chief Dietician of Seven Hills Hospital in Andheri (East) and Mrs. Mahek Makhija,&

London: A 22-year-old college student in the UK, who suffered from acute asthma since he was a child, has developed an inhaler which signals whether a user has taken the right dosage.  
Josh Averill, an undergraduate in product design at Nottingham Trent University in UK, claims his invention has the potential to alleviate people`s symptoms by helping ensure they administer the medicine correctly.
Manufactured using 3D printing, the inhaler features a p