Health Risks News

Prof Karin Michels of Harvard had said health claims surrounding coconut oil were 'absolute nonsense' and described the oil as 'pure poison' for its saturated fat content and the risks it posed to the heart

Spaceflights pose a significant risk to humans as they are exposed to 'microgravity' which may adversely affect the normal functioning of the body, researchers at the University of Udine say

It is time, well-informed sections of society help in countering the myths about mobile tower radiation that are impeding India's progress and prosperity

In July, the Centre had told the Supreme Court that it was likely to take a decision on the commercial release of genetically modified (GM) mustard by September

India accounts for 10% of the world's smokers, behind only China, which accounts for a fourth of smokers worldwide

The FDA move took aim at 19 ingredients including triclosan, triclocarban widely used in liquid, bar antibacterial soaps despite fears they damage the immune system

Experts are prompting regulators at the USFDA to have a broad 'open-minded' perspective when it comes to regulating e-cigarettes

Study suggests fast food is a significant source of phthalates, which may leach into food from processing or packaging machinery, or from workers' gloves