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Sugar Is Super Deadly

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 25, 2015 12:51 AM EST

As sugar is 50 percent fructose, most of it gets converted to fat in our bodies.

Lindsay Lohan Released From King Edward’s Hospital After Chikungunya Infection

By Maria Slither - Jan 23, 2015 11:38 AM EST

After days of being confined in the King Edward's hospital, Lindsay Lohan finally recovers. However, she is still seeing a specialist who will watch for other symptoms of the Chikungunya virus in her body.

Twitter Tweets Predict Heart Disease Risk: Certain Words Linked to HIgher Risk

By Maria Slither - Jan 23, 2015 11:32 AM EST

Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have studied 1300 US counties and examined the Tweets given in those areas. They believe that the Tweets reflect the overall atmosphere in the area and can likely predict the percentage of heart disease.

Walnuts Boost Memory

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 23, 2015 08:04 AM EST

Research shows that walnuts can improve our cognitive function.

Who's Afraid Of The Big, Bad Measles, And Why

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 23, 2015 08:02 AM EST

Even as Measles, the "eradicated" illness, seems to be spreading since the Disneyland encounters, it is better to get vaccinated, say doctors.

Vaping Worse Than Smoking, Formaldehyde Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 23, 2015 08:15 AM EST

As five to 15 times more formaldehyde is found in e-cigarettes, vaping might lead to cancer.

TV Alcohol Ads Increase Risk of Binge Drinking in Teens, Study Finds

By Cheri Cheng - Jan 22, 2015 04:47 PM EST

According to a new study, teenagers who are more receptive to alcohol advertisements have a greater risk of binge drinking than those who do not.

Research: Secret to Longevity, Good Health May be Your Partner

By Peter R - Jan 22, 2015 03:42 PM EST

A new study has shown how people can live healthy if they decided to workout or resolve to quit smoking along with their partners.

Disneyland Measles Outbreak Update: Virus Spreads to Bay Area

By Cheri Cheng - Jan 22, 2015 03:30 PM EST

The measles outbreak linked to two Disney theme parks has continued to spread, health officials reported.

Chikungunya Scare: Lindsay Lohan Released after being Hospitalized with Rare Mosquito-borne Virus

By Cheri Cheng - Jan 22, 2015 11:52 AM EST

Lindsay Lohan was hospitalized for a rare mosquito-borne virus known as Chikungunya in London.

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