Almost all forms of life including humans cannot exist without electrolytes. These regulate our muscle and nerve function, hydration, blood pH, blood pressure and what not! Electrolyte levels are kept constant by our kidneys and several hormones.

Seema, a mother of 2 month old boy lives at Kamrangirchar slum and works at a garments factory. When she was asked about exclusive breastfeeding, she smiled and said, "I know that, I need to breastfeed exclusively for first six months, but I have to resume work 2 months after. I will have to start from home at 7 am and will return on 7 pm. How can I breastfeed my baby?"

Scientists have finally figured out how the key gene tied to obesity makes people fat, a major discovery that could open the door to an entirely new approach to the problem beyond diet and exercise.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a libido-enhancing drug for women that has been dubbed "Female Viagra".

Listening to music before, during and after an operation can help reduce pain, according to a review.

For the first time, scientists record from individual brain cells during the dreaming phase of sleep.

Patients with fasting blood sugar level at 100-125 mg/dl are considered as pre-diabetic. A recent study found that patients with

Influenza is a viral infection that affects mainly the nose, throat, bronchi and, occasionally, lungs. Infection usually lasts for about a

A gel that sticks to affected tissue and delivers medicine gradually over time could help treat some inflammatory bowel problems,

In recent years, there is an alarming rise in the incidence of obesity and diabetes in Bangladesh, especially in the urban area. If it

Across the globe, cannabis (ganja) is one of the most commonly used illegal drugs. It comes from the Cannabis sativa plant. It can be

A US health study shows that cutting fat from diet leads to more fat loss than reducing carbohydrates.

A simple urine test that could detect pancreatic cancer much earlier than at present has been developed by scientists. They found a

Yoga releases tension in muscles through stretching: Yoga uses techniques to lengthen, stretch and relax muscles while

Cuba became the first country in the world to receive validation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) that it has eliminated mother-

There's no evidence to back that up. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men get about 125 ounces of water daily and that

Whether you are going on holiday or simply spending some time outdoors in the heat, high temperatures and the close humidity do

At the core of the unique bond between mother and child remains the intimate touch when the mother takes to her bosom the newborn for breastfeeding.

The scales have been tipped in favour of breastfeeding for a long time. Needless to say the associated benefits have been explored as well.

It's one of the most complex food products you'll ever consume: a thermodynamic miracle that contains all three states of matter — solid, liquid, and gas — at the same time. And yet no birthday party, beach trip, or Fourth of July celebration is complete without a scoop or two.