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Smartphones May Help Curb Depression: Try These Foods Too!

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

Depression is a serious mental disorder and may require prolonged treatment just like any physical ailment. But there are some natural ways to curb depression.

Navratri 2017: 5 Foods to Get Glowing Skin This Festive Season

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

These simple foods from your kitchen pantry will make sure that your skin looks naturally glowing and supple and you're able to flaunt it.

Beware! High Levels of Manganese May Not Be Good For Your Heart

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

A new study, published in the journal Cell Host and Microbe, indicates that higher intake of dietary manganese may lead to a type of heart infection caused by bacteria.

Navratri 2017 Special: 5 Healthy Ways to Fast During Navratri

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

This time around make it a healthy Navratri and by healthy we don't mean boring. Healthy can be fun and exciting too and well show you how.

Think Pizzas are Great Party Foods? Your Weight May Decide How You Assess Food!

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

A new study throws light on how we perceive food and more importantly, how our weight may be linked to our personal food choices.

Eating Purple Potatoes May Reduce Colon Cancer Risk

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 23, 2017

Purple foods are known to be rich in antioxidants that fight disease-causing free radicals.

Mahanavami 2017: Navami Date, Significance, Puja and Prasad

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Sunday September 24, 2017

Navratri is celebrated for nine auspicious days and the ninth day of festival is known as Navami

Herbs for Detoxification: Cleanse Your Body from Within

NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

When was the last time you tried detoxification? Here are some herbs that are best known to aid detoxification.

Natural Healing: 7 Everyday Foods That Are Also Effective Antiseptics

NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Natural antiseptics can help by providing immediate aid against infections at the convenience of your kitchen. Here are some ingredients with antiseptic properties.

Haseena Parker Movie Release: Looking Into The Food and Fitness Secrets of Actress Shraddha Kapoor

NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Shraddha Kapoor is back on the big screen with her latest flick Haseena Parker, Here's a look into how she manages to strike a balance for her love for food and fitness.

Cigarette Butts May Help Eliminate Mosquitoes: Try These Natural Repellents

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Cigarette butts thrown in the garbage bin may actually turn out to be resourceful mosquito repellents that could cause malaria, says a new study.

Love Wine? Experts Develop a New Variety from Tea

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Wine lovers raise your glass and welcome a new variety of wine.

Students, Beware! Binge Drinking in College May Lower Job Prospects Later

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

According to the study, published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, heavy drinking or to be more precise drinking at least six times a month could lower the chances for a fresh college graduate to land a job by 10 per cent. Sounds strange? Read this

Prostate Cancer Cases on the Rise in Rural India, Eat Nuts Regularly to Cut the Risks

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Exercise regularly, eat healthy to stave off risks of cancer.

High or Low Magnesium Levels May Put You at Risk of Dementia by 30 Per Cent

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

People with abnormal levels of magnesium - an important electrolyte - in their blood may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a study.

Hard Water Could Aggravate Eczema and Severely Damage Skin: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

Hard water can damage the protective skin layering that shields us from external threats like bacteria and sunburns, and lead to the development of eczema.

No Time to Hit the Gym? Try 30 Minutes of Walking or 2 Hours of Daily Chores to Stay Active

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

One in 12 deaths can be prevented with 30 minutes of physical activity 5 days a week, says a study.

Navratri 2017: Why You Cannot Have Onion and Garlic During Navratri

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday September 22, 2017

There is a common practice of not including onions and garlic in the special Vrat ka Khana or fasting meal for Navratri

Eat Nuts Daily to Curb Obesity, Say Experts

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Nuts are excellent for our health; however one must not go overboard with them.

Can Eating Nuts Cut the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease?

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder in which the deterioration of various brain cells causes cognitive decline and memory loss. The causes of Alzheimer's disease are not stated clearly.

Weight Loss Surgeries May Make You Anemic Later in Life: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

An American based study indicates that the risk of long-term loss of healthy red blood cells, otherwise known as anemia, may be associated with weight loss surgeries.

Brain Activity and Good Diet May Prevent Insomnia-Related Depression

NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Individuals whose brains are more attuned to rewards may be protected from the negative mental health effects of poor sleep, says study.

Consuming Cranberries May Cut the Risk of Urinary Tract Infections: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Cranberry is one of the widely consumed and best loved berries.

Pollen May be Linked to Increased Risk of Asthma Attacks, Try these Foods to Reduce the Effect

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Among the many factors that may increase the risk of an asthma attack, pollen grains are one of the most potent ones.

Older Adults With Diabetes May Be More Prone To Fractures: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

According to the latest study, older adults with Type-2 diabetes are more likely to succumb to fractures than their non-diabetic peers.

WHO Warns About Lack of Antibiotics: Immunity Boosting Foods for the Flu Season

NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Antibiotics that are currently in clinical development are insufficient to combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, states WHO.

5 Home-Made Digestives to Bring Relief from Indigestion

NDTV Food Desk | Wednesday September 20, 2017

Digestives are ingredients that have digestion boosting properties that can make you feel better and aid digestion after a lavish meal.

World Alzheimer's Day 2017: A Look at How Your Diet Can Stave off Risks of Demetia

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Wednesday September 20, 2017

Traditionally foods rich in omega 3 and vitamin C have been linked to better cognitive and brain function.

Must-Have Foods that Newbie Mothers Should Consume

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Wednesday September 20, 2017

New mothers are required to pay heed to their dietary needs after delivery as it is not only good for their newborn but also for themselves. Eating nutritious meals for the first few days after delivery can help mothers recover sooner and boost their energy levels.

Cheat Days in Between Your Diet Plan May be Key to Weight Loss: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday September 21, 2017

Have you been struggling to lose weight while following a strenuous diet plan? May be you should consider taking a break.