Indian adolescents do not get required proteins with daily diet: Study
The fulfilment of protein is important for the adolescent boys and girls because it is the transitional phase of life from childhood to adulthood and rapid increase in the velocity of height and weight, psychological and sexual maturity with cognitive development are observed among adolescents, said Nandan Joshi, head of Nutrition Science with Danone India.
Apr 06, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
This enigmatic protein can pave way for new heart therapies
Scientists have determined unexpected characteristics of a key protein linked to blood pressure control and to nerve growth, pain control and heart tissue regeneration.
Apr 06, 2017, 10:45 AM IST
Researchers crack structure of key protein in Zika virus
A team of researchers have cracked the full structure of a key protein in Zika virus (ZIKV) which may help to understand how the deadly virus replicates itself as well as to potential treatments.
Mar 29, 2017, 00:01 AM IST
Scientists identify brain 'switch' that can help improve blood circulation
A new study has discovered a protein "switch" within the tiny wire-like capillaries of the brain that helps in increasing the blood flow which ensures optimal brain function.
Mar 26, 2017, 00:22 AM IST
Why prediabetic men should avoid carb-rich meals in evening?
The findings showed that the internal clock influences how people with impaired glucose metabolism react to foods rich in carbohydrate, fats and protein.
Mar 20, 2017, 12:38 PM IST
Scientists identify protein linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder
Occurring in all cells of the body, the protein SPRED2 is found in particularly high concentrations in regions of the brain, namely in the basal ganglia and the amygdala.
Indian women consume 13 percent lesser protein comapared to men: Survey
A survey by Delhi-based mobile health and fitness company HealthifyMe has revealed that the consumption of protein has remained consistently lower amongst women in India as compared to men.
Mar 02, 2017, 22:29 PM IST
A single protein may help treat Parkinson's, Alzheimer's
Scientists have found that a single protein can lead to effective treatments for devastating neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Dec 27, 2016, 17:02 PM IST
Indian researchers find blood protein that paves way for potential Alzheimer's drug design
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is characterised by extensive loss of neurons and deposition of amyloid beta peptide in the form of plaques.
Dec 09, 2016, 11:05 AM IST
Dietary combination of protein and carbohydrate good for gut health
A new research conducted by researchers says that the dietary combination of protein and carbohydrate can prove beneficial for gut health.
Nov 27, 2016, 10:26 AM IST
How lung cancer spread can be prevented
The 'post office' of the cell -- or the Golgi apparatus as it is more commonly known -- has the ability to package proteins in order to transport them to other parts of the cell or to deliver them to areas outside of the cell.
Nov 26, 2016, 16:18 PM IST
High content of protein and salt in food cause post-meal sleepiness: Study
A new study suggests that higher content of salt and protien in our food often leads to post-meal sleepiness.
Nov 22, 2016, 22:49 PM IST
Protein drives inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis patients
A recent research has found that a certain protein in the body causes inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis patients which in turn will help avoid trial and error when prescribing medications.
Nov 13, 2016, 16:21 PM IST
Protein rich diet can reduce fatty liver disease
When left untreated, fatty liver is an important step progress to Type 2 diabetes and can develop into liver cirrhosis, which can have life-threatening effects.
Nov 03, 2016, 15:46 PM IST
New protein linked to causing lung cancer identified!
The study led by Chang-hwan Lee of the University of Ulsan College of Medicine discovered that the protein called USE1 was more frequently found in lung cancer patients after analysing their DNA.
Oct 27, 2016, 15:11 PM IST
Amylase-trypsin inhibitors: Wheat protein can worsen chronic health conditions!
The amylase-trypsin inhibitors (ATIs) protein can worsen the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, asthma, lupus and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease.
Oct 17, 2016, 16:08 PM IST
Have scientists found the anti-ageing secret to 'eternal youth'?
They say the breakthrough protein discovery could slow down or even stop the ageing process.
Oct 11, 2016, 13:51 PM IST
Weight loss diet – Five foods that help you burn fat fast!
Diet when combined with physical activity can help you burn fat even more and help you lose those extra kilos in a healthy natural way.
Oct 06, 2016, 16:29 PM IST
New treatment to beat nicotine addiction a step closer
Researchers have crystallised and determined the 3D structure of a protein that could help them develop new treatments by understanding nicotine's molecular effects.
Oct 06, 2016, 00:31 AM IST
Revealed – How can Earth's hardiest animal survive being frozen for 30 years! (Watch)
As per a new research by the scientists at University of Tokyo, the creatures clothe their DNA in a protective protein, enabling them to survive freezing, boiling and radiation for 30 years.
Sep 22, 2016, 08:17 AM IST
