sensitivity

Men and women react differently to reduced physical activity and increased sugar. Here’s how

The results showed that only in men did the sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake cause decreased insulin-stimulated leg blood flow and a drop in a protein called adropin, which regulates insulin sensitivity and is an important biomarker for cardiovascular disease.

Oct 30, 2022, 16:28 PM IST

Masculinity is a myth, and it has been busted. Here's how

Some 2,000 men involved in the study have said that they value honesty and sensitivity more than a perfect body. 

Oct 28, 2017, 16:36 PM IST

Smoking may increase sensitivity to social stress: Study

Lighting a cigarette may not be a good way to relax and it may increase sensitivity to social stress, according to a new study by the French National Centre for Scientific Research published on Tuesday.

Jul 26, 2017, 00:07 AM IST

Anxiety disorders linked to sensitivity to uncertain threat

Increased sensitivity to uncertain threat, or fear of the unknown, is common to many anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and specific phobias, says a study.

Nov 20, 2016, 00:48 AM IST