Tears Can Be Used To Test Blood Sugar In Diabetics

Tears for diabetes test 

Until now, blood was used in diabetes testing machines to evaluate the blood sugar level of patients. Latest studies have now shown that tears can also used effectively to evaluate blood sugar levels. The study was conducted by University of Michigan researchers and the study was published in Analytical Chemistry journal. When studies were conducted on animals in laboratory, tears were found to give an accurate measure of blood sugar level. The device used for testing was an electrochemical sensor.

How to Boost in Work ( Methods)

Whether you want to perk up, calm down, feel sharper, or just get happier, there’s a mind-altering routine for you.

1. To Feel More Confident, Try Yoga
The science: A little down? Assume upward dog. 
A 2010 study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine examined the anxiety levels and moods of people who practiced yoga for an hour three times a week. 
Yoga practice is associated with increased levels of GABA, an amino acid and neurotransmitter that may help reduce anxiety, according to Chris Streeter, a neurologist, a psychiatrist, and the lead author of the

You can run in any Age (Is not it amazing)

Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
Recently, I saw the news of a 100-year-old man, Fauja Singh, who finished the Toronto Marathon in 8 hours, 11 minutes. What struck me as interesting was that he started running at 81 years of age. I have been involved with marathons, professionally, for years and recently had the opportunity to watch the Ironman World Championships in Kona. I have observed for over a decade that the average age of “endurance” athletes is much older than one would expect. Twice,

Dads' Depression Linked to Kids' Behavior Problems

Depression in fathers is strongly linked to behavioral problems in their children, a new study suggests.

While 6 percent of children with non-depressed parents had behavior problems, 11 percent of children with a depressed father did, according to the study.
"There are countless articles on the effect of depression and other mental health problems in mothers on children, but this is virtually the first paper that we are aware of that has looked at similar effects in fathers," said study author Dr. Michael Weitzman, of New York University School of Medicine.

To be sure, the researchers also found that 20 percent of children with a depressed mother had behavior problems, and the number rose 25 percent if both parents were depressed.

Stress of 21st century life puts Britons at greater risk of stroke, study warns

Around one in seven Britons are feeling 'extremely stressed'  as they start 2011 and are at a higher risk of suffering a stroke, new research out today suggests.
Almost one in five women and one in 10 men feel their stress levels are out of control, according to the poll of 2,000 people.
Experts warned that stress pushes up blood pressure, putting people at higher risk of stroke.


A poor diet and lack of exercise also contribute to the chances of suffering a stroke.
Stroke is the third commonest cause of death in

More foods to cure common health problems

Certain foods can help cure common colds and winter flu, reduce the symptoms of PMS and help to relax the body, reducing stress and anxiety.
Here, we look at some more common health problems and how foods can help reduce symptoms or cure the condition completely.
Infertility
Infertility is a massive problem for women and men, says Natalie Savona, and there are many underlying causes, some of which won't be affected by nutrition.
But you can boost your chances of conceiving and the health of your foetus by making sure you include certain things in your diet.