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Almonds provide a cardiovascular health benefit
28 Sep

Almonds provide a cardiovascular health benefit

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As part of a recent clinical trial, researchers at King’s College London measured Heart rate variability (HRV) in participants undergoing a mental stress challenge and saw improved measures of HRV in participants who had been replacing typical snacks with almonds over a six-week period. Mental stress is among the psychosocial factors thought to contribute to cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. The study was funded by the Almond Board of California. This study reveals how almonds can be part of a heart-healthy diet, affecting risk factors including the body’s response to mental stress.  Eating almonds in place of typical snacks can diminish…
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Delhi has already peaked in coronavirus second-wave, its intensity will reduce in few days, says Kejriwal.
24 Sep

Delhi has already peaked in coronavirus second-wave, its intensity will reduce in few days, says Kejriwal.

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today said the national capital witnessed the second wave of COVID-19 and has now turned the corner. The sudden daily spike in cases crossing 4,000, which took place earlier this month, was the second wave of the disease, Mr Kejriwal indicated.This is the first time any state in the country claimed to have reached the second wave of the virus, which surfaced in Kerala in December. The total number of cases in Maharashtra, the epicenter of the disease, is 12,63,799 cases. Delhi stands at the fifth spot with 2,56,789 cases. “From July 1 to August…
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Dream11 IPL 2020: Colgate is official Smile Partner
23 Sep

Dream11 IPL 2020: Colgate is official Smile Partner

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In its continuous endeavour to Keep India Smiling, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited has collaborated as the official Smile Partner with 6 teams at the upcoming Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020. The teams include Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab, Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad. This season of Dream11 IPL 2020, being held against all odds is a remarkable show of the country’s positivity and optimism and is in line with Colgate’s ideology of ‘Smile karo aur shuru ho jao’ (Get started with a smile).  Vice-President (Marketing) of Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, Mr Arvind Chintamani said, “While the pandemic…
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‘Watch Me Now’ – Avon’s new campaign
22 Sep

‘Watch Me Now’ – Avon’s new campaign

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Beauty company Avon has launched a new brand campaign, ‘Watch Me Now’ calling on people to reconsider their views of the iconic company. Avon, which has been transforming women’s lives by doing beauty differently, has evolved its positioning to better reflect the Avon of today – an innovative, bold and inclusive beauty brand. Launched to coincide with Avon’s 135th birthday, ‘Watch Me Now’ is a testimony to Avon’s heritage as a purpose-driven company – using the power of beauty to create opportunities for people to earn on their own terms. It celebrates the success of the Avon brand, its people,…
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Himalaya’s monsoon skincare for babies
21 Sep

Himalaya’s monsoon skincare for babies

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Monsoon brings humidity and dampness that can lead to certain skin-related issues in babies, such as rashes, itchy scalp, etc. Dr Prathibha Babshet, Ayurveda Expert, R & D, The Himalaya Drug Company, advises parents to follow a monsoon skincare routine for their baby. Recommending parents to use gentle and safe products, Dr Pratibha says, “To ensure skin is moisturized and nourished, follow a proper monsoon head-to-heel skincare routine using safe and gentle products during the season. Choose a gentle baby soap enriched with Olive Oil and Almond Oil. Post bath, gently pats dry, especially the areas with skin folds. Dab…
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For high-risk groups, the government thinks to fast-track vaccine
14 Sep

For high-risk groups, the government thinks to fast-track vaccine

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Human clinical trials for a vaccine for Covid-19 have been initiated in the country with approximately 1,000 volunteers participating in the exercise for each of the two indigenously developed vaccine candidates, the ICMR said on Tuesday. Since India is one of the largest vaccine producers in the world, it is the country's "moral responsibility" to fast-track vaccine development process to break the chain of coronavirus transmission, ICMR Director General Dr Balram Bhargava said, referring to the two vaccine candidates developed indigenously. The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has permitted two vaccines - one developed by Bharat Biotech International Limited in collaboration with the Indian…
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India registers record single-day spike of 83,883 cases, tally over 38 lakh
03 Sep

India registers record single-day spike of 83,883 cases, tally over 38 lakh

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India registered a record spike of 83,883 cases on Thursday, taking the tally over 38 lakh. Active cases in India are over 8 lakh while almost 30 lakh recoveries havetaken place. 1043 deaths were registered in the past 24 hours, taking the death toll to 67,376, as per the Health Ministry. According to Indian Council of Medical Research, India also tested a record 11,72,179 samples for coronavirus. Total number of samples tested so far are over 4 crore. Meanwhile,US states have been told to be ready to distribute corona virusvaccines by November 1. Global tally of corona virus stands a…
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World Health Organization officials said moving too quickly to make a vaccine widely available could pose risks.
02 Sep

World Health Organization officials said moving too quickly to make a vaccine widely available could pose risks.

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The White House on Tuesday pushed back on concerns expressed by the World Health Organization after a US health official said a coronavirus vaccine might be approved without completing full trials. "The United States will continue to engage our international partners to ensure we defeat this virus, but we will not be constrained by multilateral organizations influenced by the corrupt World Health Organization and China," White House spokesman Judd Deere said in a statement. "This President will spare no expense to ensure that any new vaccine maintains our own FDA's gold standard for safety and efficacy, is thoroughly tested, and…
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Plasma therapy commences in NBMCH, Dr Anirban Roy becomes first donor
01 Sep

Plasma therapy commences in NBMCH, Dr Anirban Roy becomes first donor

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As per the instructions of state government, Plasma Donate Campcommenced in the North Bengal Medical College and Hospital(NBMCH) from today.While Dr Anirban Roy became the first plasma donor in NorthBengal, Siliguri Subdivision Council opposition leader, KajalGhosh also donated his plasma.According to the doctors, the plasma collected needs to have highlevels of antibodies to be suitable for use as a treatment. Tovolunteer as a plasma donor one must be fit and healthy, be aged17 or over and have a large enough blood volume. Reportedly,a person who had recovered can donate plasma around 30 to40 days after testing positive as they would…
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