Experts back OTC access to NRT across all formats and dosages, including 2 mg and 4 mg, as India struggles with a Tobacco quit success rate under 5%The report highlights the significant economic burden of tobacco use, particularly among low-income households, and underscores how reducin...
08 May, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Dentists confess: 9 things they would never do to their own teeth — are you guilty of any?Oral health depends on consistent brushing, flossing, and dental checkups, yet several habits quietly harm your teeth. Some behaviors can c...
16 Dec, 2025, 12.31 AM IST
Top cardiologist warns: Bad breath isn’t just dental issue, it could be sign of heart disease. What to do?A leading cardiologist, Dr. Pradip Jamnadas, has warned that persistent bad breath could be more than a dental issue—it may signal underlyi...
19 Oct, 2025, 02.26 PM IST
Mediterranean diet not just for the heart — new study links it to better oral healthThe Mediterranean diet, abundant in plant-based foods, healthy fats, and antioxidants, is widely recognized for supporting heart and brain ...
26 Sep, 2025, 12.55 AM IST
Pancreatic cancer breakthrough — experts tie deadly disease to this key lifestyle habitA new study links poor oral hygiene to a higher risk of pancreatic cancer. Harmful bacteria and fungi in the mouth may travel to the pancre...
26 Sep, 2025, 12.52 AM IST
Not just cholesterol, poor oral hygiene can also give you a heart attackA recent study reveals a potential link between oral bacteria and heart attacks. Researchers discovered that bacteria, especially viridans ...
09 Sep, 2025, 11.18 AM IST
Scientists warn 83 million Americans are skipping this life-saving habit. A simple daily routine can prevent stroke riskResearch to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025 reveals that flossing can significantly ...
08 Feb, 2025, 12.09 AM IST
Halloween Candy: Which kind of candies are most unhealthy for your teeth? Here is everything you need to knowThese myths, while entertaining, should be laid to rest for the sake of a science-literate society.
15 Oct, 2023, 12.22 AM IST
How oral hygiene affects brain health? New study reveals link between gum disorder and Alzheimer's diseasePeriodontal (gum) disease has been linked to the formation of amyloid plaque - a marker of Alzheimer's disease by scientists. In a study, i...
11 Jul, 2023, 05.33 PM IST
7 reasons to prioritise oral hygiene this yearWhen harmful bacteria builds up in your mouth, that can lead to a lot of health scares over time.
23 Apr, 2023, 08.47 PM IST
Simple oral hygiene could help reduce COVID-19 severity, study findsThe research, published in the Journal of Oral Medicine and Dental Research, shows that there is emerging evidence that specific ingredient...
21 Apr, 2021, 03.38 PM IST
- Sipping red wine may ward off your gum disease
London, Feb 23 (IANS) Suffering from gum disease? Sipping a glass of red wine may help combat the harmful bacteria and other pathogens that...
23 Feb, 2018, 07.27 PM IST
Bad breath, swelling and bleeding gums can be warning signs of diabetesBad dental care can increase the levels of bacteria & inflammation in body, which can worsen your existing diabetes.
17 Nov, 2017, 04.02 PM IST
Wild blueberry extract can help fight gum inflammationScientists have discovered that wild blueberry extract could prevent dental plaque formation, an advance that may lead to a new therapy for...
03 Sep, 2015, 12.38 PM IST
Five reasons why you should drink red wineMany studies suggest that the French are healthy due to the presence of red wine in their diet. Here are some of its health benefits.
22 Jul, 2015, 08.37 AM IST
Five US students to bring smiles to millions of Indian kidsBeginning with the pilot project in the slums of Bangalore, these entrepreneurs are expanding it to other parts of the country as well.
23 Nov, 2014, 05.12 PM IST
- Bill Gates invests in chewing gum, chocolate to combat malaria
Bill Gates believes chewing gum and chocolate could become the next tool to combat malaria.
22 Oct, 2009, 11.58 AM IST