Changes in gene contribute independently to breast and ovarian cancer

Defects in a key gene - long thought to drive cancer by turning off the protection afforded by the well-known BRCA genes - spur cancer growth on their own, according to a study led by researchers from NYU Langone Medical Center.

The study gene, known as EMSY, has some of the same functions as BRCA1 and BRCA2, which are known to protect against breast and ovarian cancer when normal. When defective, BRCA genes block the body's self-defense against cancer-causing genetic mistakes.

The new study, published online Jan. 13 in Oncotarget, helps to explain why some women with healthy BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes develop cancer. The findings may also expand treatment options for the roughly 11 percent of women with breast and ovarian cancer and normal BRCA genes, say the study authors.

"Now that we know exactly how changes in EMSY spur cancer cell growth, we can start to design therapies to specifically target that activity and hopefully stop it," says senior author Douglas Levine, MD, director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at NYU Langone and its Perlmutter Cancer Center.

"This work also suggests that treatments that work for patients with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations might also be effective against EMSY-driven cancers because the disease mechanism is similar," says first study author Petar Jelinic, PhD, a research assistant professor at NYU Langone. "The best way to go rapidly from bench to bedside is to find new ways to use existing treatments."

When normal, EMSY, BRCA1 and BRCA2 give the body's cells instructions to create proteins that help to repair DNA damage that can cause cancer. When those genes are altered, the repair process fails and cancer grows. Overly active EMSY, like mutated BRCA1 or BRCA2, changes those instructions, so that the DNA damage repair process is blocked.

This new study dispels prior theories that EMSY's activation merely turned off the cancer suppression function of BRCA2, says Jelinic.

Earlier work by Levine and others pointed toward EMSY activation as a culprit in breast and ovarian cancer, but had only examined certain parts of the EMSY protein. The new study was the first to evaluate the full-length EMSY protein and to show that it acts independently of BRCA1 or BRCA2.

Furthermore, the research revealed the part of the EMSY protein is changed by an enzyme called protein kinase A. When there is more active EMSY than normal, this enzyme reacts with the EMSY protein to more thoroughly suppress the DNA repair process.

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States, after skin cancer. Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women, according to the National Cancer Institute.




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Defects in a key gene - long thought to drive cancer by turning off the protection afforded by the well-known BRCA genes - spur cancer growth on their own, according to a study led by researchers from NYU Langone Medical Center.

The study gene, known as EMSY, has some of the same functions as BRCA1 and BRCA2, which are known to protect against breast and ovarian cancer when normal. When defective, BRCA genes block the body's self-defense against cancer-causing genetic mistakes.
The new study, published online Jan. 13 in Oncotarget, helps to explain why some women with healthy BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes develop cancer. The findings may also expand treatment options for the roughly 11 percent of women with breast and ovarian cancer and normal BRCA genes, say the study authors.
"Now that we know exactly how changes in EMSY spur cancer cell growth, we can start to design therapies to specifically target that activity and hopefully stop it," says senior author Douglas Levine, MD, director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at NYU Langone and its Perlmutter Cancer Center.
"This work also suggests that treatments that work for patients with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations might also be effective against EMSY-driven cancers because the disease mechanism is similar," says first study author Petar Jelinic, PhD, a research assistant professor at NYU Langone. "The best way to go rapidly from bench to bedside is to find new ways to use existing treatments."
When normal, EMSY, BRCA1 and BRCA2 give the body's cells instructions to create proteins that help to repair DNA damage that can cause cancer. When those genes are altered, the repair process fails and cancer grows. Overly active EMSY, like mutated BRCA1 or BRCA2, changes those instructions, so that the DNA damage repair process is blocked.
This new study dispels prior theories that EMSY's activation merely turned off the cancer suppression function of BRCA2, says Jelinic.
Earlier work by Levine and others pointed toward EMSY activation as a culprit in breast and ovarian cancer, but had only examined certain parts of the EMSY protein. The new study was the first to evaluate the full-length EMSY protein and to show that it acts independently of BRCA1 or BRCA2.
Furthermore, the research revealed the part of the EMSY protein is changed by an enzyme called protein kinase A. When there is more active EMSY than normal, this enzyme reacts with the EMSY protein to more thoroughly suppress the DNA repair process.
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States, after skin cancer. Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women, according to the National Cancer Institute.


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WHAT FOODS TO EAT AND WHAT FOODS TO AVOID TO GET GOOD SLEEP !

Night time is a very tempting tie to eat. We often feel like having a little snack between dinner and brushing our teeth. While there is nothing wrong with eating something small before going to bed, it' s important to know what we should and shouldn't eat to help get a good night's sleep.

4 Foods which help you to sleep better-
1) cherries- naturally contain the chemical melatonin, which is responsible for configuring our internal clock. A study has found that adults who suffer from insomnia reported a marked improvement in the quality and length of their sleep when they drank cherry juice before bed.

2) Enriched cereal- as a rule, carbs are a good food option before going to sleep, but a box of cookies isn't recommended. Instead, try a bowl of cereal with complex carbs. If you make a habit of eating cereal with milk, you're twice as likely to get sleep, because milk is also believed to promote quality sleep. Quinoa, buckwheat, and barley are also recommended carbs to eat before bed.

3) Bananas- are rice in magnesium and potassium, minerals known to be muscle relaxants. They're also a good source of carbs, which also promote a better quality of sleep. Eating a banana before bed will also help your blood vessel and heart health, and boost your cognitive functioning.

4) Turkey- meat contians an essential aminoacid called tryptophan which is one of the most powerful materials your body uses to get you to sleep. That's why you always feel like napping after eating a good amount of turkey.

3 foods one should avoid before going to bed-
1) Hamburger- the large amount of fat found in hamburgers is a known ' sleep killer'. The fat encourages the stomach to pump more acid out, which can cause heartburn that will disrupt your sleep. The stomach needs to work extra hours to digest this heavy meal, which will also lessen the quality of your sleep.

2) Chocolate- other than the vast amounts of sugar causing your blood sugar levels to spike, chocolate also contains caffeine and is therefore considered to be a food that keeps you awake. Chocolate also contains a substance called theobromine, which can elevate the heart rate and intefere with your sleep.

3) Spicy foods- any spicy food will detract from the quality of your sleep. An Australian study found that men who consumed tabasco sauce or mustard sauce before bed had trouble falling asleep. To add to this, they also reported experiencing a low quality of sleep. Hot food can also cause heartburn, which is terrible for a good night's sleep.

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Ways to Naturally Stabilize Your Blood Sugar Levels

Diabetes is one of the leading concerns among health professionals today, as more and more individuals fall prey to this life-long and dangerous disease. It is caused when the blood sugar levels rise to an excess, which results in a resistance to insulin. Once this happens, the diabetic individual can no longer control their blood sugar levels, and they can rise and fall with serious consequences. Yet whether you are diabetic or know someone who is, it is important to implement measures to control blood sugar levels and to stop the spread of diabetes in its tracks.

 

1. Consume More Dairy Products

The protein and fat in dairy products helps blood sugar levels improve, and if the products are low in fat, it has been shown that they can also decrease the chances for developing insulin resistance.

2. Choose the Right Kind of Bread

Avoid white flour based products at all costs! These simple carbohydrates are full of sugar that spike up your blood sugar. Instead, you should consume whole wheat or rye products that are high in fiber, protein and complex carbohydrates, which control blood glucose levels and keep you full for longer. 
 
3. Cardamom is Great!
Cardamom is a member of the ginger family of spices and comes from Asia as well as South America. The spice is known to regulate Type II diabetes and can be sprinkled on coffee, tea, yogurt and even cereal. The spice is known to help decrease blood glucose levels by eighteen to thirty percent.

4. Maximize the Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral known to help prevent the onset of Type II diabetes and should be consumed as much as possible. It is best to consume natural sources of magnesium such as spinach, fish, nuts, leafy greens and avocados. All of these foods have been proven to lower the risk of diabetes and can even aid in weight loss. 

5. Buckwheat

Buckwheat is an excellent source of fiber that you may have never heard of. It also does wonders for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Buckwheat comes in the form of soba noodles, which are a delicious substitute for rice or pasta, as well as in a number of powders that can be added to baked goods or even on top of a slice of (whole wheat) bread.

6. Drink in Moderation

Alcohol contains huge amounts of sugar, and anyone trying to watch out for their blood sugar should definitely moderate the amount of alcohol they consume. It is best to occasionally drink wine with dinner, and not after dinner when the same glass of wine could alter insulin levels in the blood.

7. Watch Fat Intake

It is important to watch the amount of saturated fats entering the body because these can seriously increase the chances of contracting diabetes. Saturated fats are usually found in fried food and junk food as they are cooked in unhealthy oils. 

 8. Exercise Daily

Getting in exercise each day is critical to maintaining normal blood sugar levels, even if it's a brisk walk in the park. 

9. Laughing 

Yes, this really is one of the tips that will lower your chances of developing diabetes. It was found that those who laugh have lower blood sugar levels than those who don't laugh enough (which means that you should keep reading  jokes!)

10. Eat Grapefruit

Grapefruit has been proven to aid in weight loss as it affects the glucose metabolism, keeping insulin levels steady.

11. Do Resistance Training 

Building muscle mass is important for burning more glucose out of your system.  Training once to twice a week could significantly aid in preventing the occurrence of diabetes.

12. Get Enough Sleep

Sleep deprivation can affect blood sugar and insulin levels so it is important to get enough sleep each night. It is also essential to stop snoring. According to some studies, those who snore are more likely to develop diabetes (because snoring is often tied to being overweight). 

13. Drink Decaf, Not Regular 

Decaffeinated coffee slows down the rate at which the intestines absorb sugars and speeds up the absorption of sugar by the muscles. 

 

14. Eat Smaller Meals 

It is best to have a small meal and then another small meal (or a second half of the regular sized meal) later on (at half hour intervals). It is also important to eat regularly so that insulin levels don't spike, but remain stable throughout the day.

15. Learn Relaxation

Listen to soothing music or read an interesting book, whatever you need to do to relax. Meditation and yoga can also help if they are done properly and on a regular basis.

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Children exposed to complications at birth are at risk of autism.

There is a bad news for children who were exposed to complications shortly before or during birth.

A study by Kaiser Permanente found that children who were exposed to complications shortly before or during birth, including birth asphyxia and preeclampsia, were more likely to develop autism spectrum disorder. 

The study, which was published in the American Journal of Perinatology, stated that the perinatal complications that had the highest association with ASD were birth asphyxia -- deprivation of oxygen during the birthing process -- and preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to other organ systems. Other perinatal complications that were associated with ASD included premature separation of the placenta from the uterus, breech/transverse fetal presentation, fetal dystocia/abnormal size or position, and a prolapsed/exposed umbilical cord.

Researchers examined the health records of 594,638 children born in Kaiser Permanente hospitals in Southern California between 1991 and 2009. During this time, 6,255 of these children were diagnosed with ASD, 37 percent of whom experienced perinatal complications. Researchers found that children exposed to complications during birth were at a 10 percent increased risk of developing ASD, compared to children who did not experience perinatal complications.

That number rose to a 22 percent increased risk of developing ASD for children exposed to complications before labor began. The study also showed that children exposed to complications both before and during birth had a 44 percent greater risk of developing ASD than children who did not experience perinatal complications.

Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impaired social interaction, communication deficits and a range of restricted and repetitive behavior patterns, according to the American Psychiatric Association. According to the latest estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 68 children have been identified with ASD, and the disorder is reported to occur in all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. ASD is about 4.5 times more common among boys than girls.

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Beware! Bursting balloons may cause hearing loss

Popping balloons - a common birthday party favour - can be louder than shotgun blasts and may lead to permanent hearing loss, a new study has warned.

Scientists at University of Alberta in Canada measured the noise generated by bursting balloons and were startled to find that the impact, at its highest level, was comparable to a high-powered shotgun going off next to someone’s ear.

Researchers said they are not out to be party-poopers, but they want to use their findings about bombastic balloon noise, to raise awareness about general risks to hearing.

“This research is a conversation starter,” said Bill Hodgetts, an associate professor of audiology.

 “We are not saying don’t play with balloons and don’t have fun, just try to guard against popping them. Hearing loss is insidious - every loud noise that occurs has a potential lifelong impact.

“We want people to be mindful of hearing damage over a lifetime, because once you get to the back end of life, no hearing aid is as good as the once healthy built-in system in your inner ear,” said Hodgetts.

Hodgetts and hearing expert Dylan Scott wanted to explore the balloon noise that often goes hand-in-hand with birthday parties, where the urge to pop the floating toy is irresistible.

“I thought the acoustic insult on those kids’ ears must be something to be concerned about, so we asked the question, how loud are these things?” said Hodgetts.

Wearing ear protection and using a high-pressure microphone and a preamplifier, researchers measured the noise effects by busting balloons three different ways: popping them with a pin, blowing them up until they ruptured and crushing them until they burst.
The loudest bang was made by the ruptured balloon at almost 168 decibels, four decibels louder than a 12-gauge shotgun.

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety recommends that the maximum impulse level any Canadian should experience should not exceed 140 decibels.

Even one exposure could be considered potentially unsafe to hearing for both children and adults, researchers said.

“It’s amazing how loud the balloons are. Nobody would let their child shoot something that loud without hearing protection, but balloons don’t cross people’s minds,” Scott said.

The results for the other two methods were slightly lower, but still a concern, he said.

Hearing damage occurs when the delicate hair cells - which don’t regrow - in the inner ear are worn down by noise.

People need to start viewing cumulative hearing loss the same way they think about an equally passive but very real health concern like sun damage, Hodgetts said.

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Acupuncture may effectively treat chronic pain and depression

Acupuncture can boost the effectiveness of standard medical care, reducing the severity of chronic pain and depression, a new study has claimed.

Researchers at the University of York in the UK showed that there is significant evidence to demonstrate that acupuncture provides more than a placebo effect.

They brought together the results of 29 high-quality clinical trials focused on patients treated with acupuncture and standard medical care.

In the majority of these trials, patients with chronic pain treated with acupuncture and standard medical care were tested against those who were provided with standard medical care alone, such as anti-inflammatory drugs and physiotherapy.

The trials involved about 18,000 patients diagnosed with chronic pain of the neck, lower back, head and knee.

The report shows that the addition of acupuncture compared to standard medical care alone significantly reduced the number of headaches and migraine attacks and reduced the severity of neck and lower back pain.

It also showed that acupuncture reduced the pain and disability of osteoarthritis, which led to patients being less reliant on anti-inflammatory tablets to control pain.

The study also concluded that acupuncture is cost effective.

“Approximately four million acupuncture treatments are provided a year in the UK, but the evidence to show how clinically effective this form of treatment is has been limited,” said Hugh MacPherson, professor at the University of York.

The team also conducted a new clinical trial for depression, where acupuncture or counseling was provided and compared to the effectiveness of medication, such as antidepressants.

In a study of 755 patients with depression, researchers showed that both acupuncture and counseling significantly reduced the severity of depressions and that these benefits were largely sustained for up to 12 months after treatment.

“The front-line treatment for depression in primary care usually involves antidepressants; however, they do not work well for more than half of patients,” said MacPherson.

“In the largest study of its kind, we have now provided a solid evidence base to show that not only can acupuncture and counseling bring patients out of an episode of depression, but it can keep the condition at bay for up to a year on average,” he said.

The benefits of acupuncture are partially associated with placebo effects, which has contributed to the uncertainty around acupuncture’s clinical effectiveness.

MacPherson said the research provides definitive evidence that when acupuncture is used to treat chronic pain, the reductions in pain are substantially more than those measured from sham (placebo) acupuncture.

The study was published in the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Journals Library. 

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Foods Good For Kidney's Health

Healthy and efficient kidneys are crucial to our health and well-being. These remarkable bean-shaped organs that sit beneath our rib cage are our body's most effective means of expelling all sorts of unwanted substances so that we can function as required. Most of us will have experienced the pain of a kidney infection (or even kidney stones) at some point in our lives and there are over 26 million people who suffer from chronic kidney disease in the USA alone.

 

Given that they are performing such important work for us, it's only right that we provide them with some care and attention. This list includes ten foods that can help people with kidney problems improve their kidneys' function, while also providing tips by which people with healthy kidneys can look after these vital organs without encouraging overly frequent urination.

Why Are Your Kidneys So Important?

The kidneys are responsible for three essential activities that your body needs in order to work properly: 

1. Regulate Water Levels Your body needs the right amount of water to work properly. If it has too little or too much, it will bear a noticeable effect on your health and ability to go about your day successfully. The kidneys are important regulators of water levels, ensuring that we retain water when the body requires more fluids, and release more when the body has more than it needs (typically by converting it into urine). 

2. Remove Waste Products and Toxins Your body is a complex machine and its numerous activities frequently produce waste. If the waste is not expelled, your organs stop functioning altogether. This is why you need a way of filtering and flushing waste out. It is the kidneys that take on this task, making sure waste products such as urea (produced when the body breaks down proteins such as meats during digestion) and creatinine (a by-product of muscle activity) are disposed of efficiently. Many other waste products are poisonous toxins, such as those produced when we break down drugs. Your body has to flush them out so it can keep functioning correctly.

3. Produce Certain Hormones Hormones are chemical messengers produced by various organs in your body, including the kidneys. These messengers circulate around your bloodstream, regulating and controlling bodily functions including the production of red blood cells and the uptake of calcium and blood pressure levels - all extremely important factors affecting your short and long term health. 

How Can You Look After Your Kidneys' Health?

Now that we have established just how important the kidneys are for good health, you will need to know what steps you can take to help improve their function. Luckily, studies have found that a number of common foods and drinks can help protect and strengthen your kidneys as part of a balanced diet. If you are worried about the overall health of your kidneys, please make sure you also consult a doctor.

The list is suitable for people who have kidney disease but also provides ideas for people with healthy kidneys who are looking to safeguard the long term health of the body. If you have healthy kidneys, you should also include other foods that contain potassium as part of a balanced diet (these include nuts, whole grains, seeds and green vegetables). However, if you are already suffering from kidney disease, then potassium-rich foods can encourage the need to urinate excessively and increase your thirst levels. These foods are low in potassium and also provide other key nutrients that can aid the performance of your kidneys.

 

1. Cranberries

Cranberries are something of a super food, and can help cleanse the body in a number of ways. You can eat them or drink them as juice (just make sure it's 100% cranberry juice, preferably using organically grown cranberries). They are a fantastic way of clearing out your kidneys, and they're packed with vitamin C, antioxidants and fiber.

They prevent ulcers and bacteria from forming in the urinary tract and can even fight existing bacteria in the stomach. If you are eating cranberries, try to choose fresh ones when possible but if they are out of season, buy dried cranberries as long as they do not contain added sugar. Blueberries and raspberries are other healthy alternatives too.

2. Cauliflower

Cauliflower is another food that is helpful for your kidneys. It provides plenty of fiber and vitamin C, and contains compounds that can help your body neutralize toxic substances. People undergoing dialysis treatment for their kidneys often substitute cauliflower for potatoes as part of their diet.

3. Red Bell Peppers

Red Bell Peppers are a great choice for those concerned with the health of their kidneys. They are low in potassium but high in vitamins A, C and B6 as well as fiber. They also contain a natural antioxidant called lycopene which protects the body against certain types of cancer. Antioxidants help neutralize harmful molecules in the body, allowing the kidneys to perform their role as our body's detox organ.

4. Mushrooms

Vitamin D is important for healthy kidneys and mushrooms are one of the best plant-based sources of this crucial vitamin. Studies have proven that vitamin D helps control kidney function and can also protect your body from kidney disease. Fortified soy milk is another good option, but if you already suffer from kidney disease, you must make sure the potassium content isn't over 200-300 milligrams, to avoid any associated problems.

5. Apples

Apples are a great body cleanser, which means they are great for the kidneys. They will help keep the kidneys clean and clear without increasing your need to urinate too frequently. They are also another source of vitamin C and pectin; the latter is also great at slowing down blood sugar levels and removing excess cholesterol.

6. Water

What better method can there possibly be for maintaining water balance in the body other than the substance itself? You don't need to go to massive lengths - just the classic standard 8 glasses (or 2 liters) of H2O will do, depending on how active you are on any given day. Water flushes through your body, helping transport those harmful toxins out of your kidneys' filtering system. It is the best cleanser of all so you should never be flippant with your need for regular water intake.

7. Grapefruit

Your body needs vitamin C to help protect its immune system and stop bacteria from developing. This will help your kidneys perform their duties. Grapefruits are packed with this vital vitamin, and they are also low in potassium and sugar, making them an excellent source of natural nutrients for the kidneys.

8.Garlic

Ever trusty garlic is great for reducing inflammation and has antioxidant properties which can help expel and control levels of harmful toxins in your body, aiding the function of your kidneys. Garlic granules are a great option for adding flavor to food if you are suffering from kidney disease.

9. Cabbage

Cabbage is filled with chemical compounds that help break apart harmful molecules in your body and support it in a number of ways. It's low in potassium yet high in vitamin B and folic acid, so it's especially friendly for the kidneys.

10. Onion

Another trusty super food, onions are rich in natural chemicals that help process fatty materials in the body so that waste can be flushed out. They are also powerful antioxidants and contain minerals that assist your metabolism, while being low in potassium, making them suitable for people with kidney issues.

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Less protein-intake during pregnancy will help your kid have stronger bones

Suffering from the woes of having frail bones? Unfortunately there are chances that your kid may inherit the 'brittle bone disease' from you, but thanks to science, you can protect your child by consuming less protein while you are pregnant.

Researchers at the University of Missouri School of Medicine have shown that limiting a specific maternal protein in pregnant mice with osteogenesis imperfecta resulted in offspring with stronger, denser bones. 

Osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease, is a genetic disorder that causes bones to break easily. Severe cases of the disease can result in hundreds of fractures during a person's lifetime or even death. The finding might one day provide a new therapeutic approach to treating brittle bone disease.

Ph.D., associate professor of biochemistry and child health at the MU School of Medicine, Charlotte Phillips, "Osteogenesis imperfecta is caused by the body's inability to make strong bones because of mutations affecting the production of the protein known as collagen".

She added, "No cure exists; however, we know from previous research that the prenatal environment can have a lasting effect on cardiovascular and metabolic health into adulthood. We studied whether bone health of mice could be improved by optimizing the environment within the womb."

She stated, "Myostatin is a protein that limits muscle growth. However, exercise causes myostatin levels to decrease - which is good because it allows muscle tissue to develop. Increased muscle tissue results in stronger bones".

Using mice with brittle bone disease, the MU researchers were able to identify the female as responsible for offspring bone health. The team also confirmed that female mice deficient in myostatin had offspring with stronger bones.

"Humans achieve 90 percent of their peak bone mass by age 19," Phillips said. "To approximate this timeframe with mice, we re-evaluated their bone strength and density four months after birth. In each case, the mice with stronger, denser adult bones were those whose fetal development involved females deficient in the protein myostatin.

This finding shows that the environment within the womb affects bone development not only at birth, but into adulthood."

The researchers believe that the work represents a paradigm shift in understanding and possibly treating osteogenesis imperfecta. The researchers also feel that their findings may prove beneficial to reducing the risk of other bone diseases such as osteoporosis later in life for many others. However, more research is needed.

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Goqii Partners With Max Hospital to Announce Heart Care Tracker and Service

Goqii, the fitness technology company and preventive health platform, on Monday announced the launch of the Goqii Heart Care tracker and service. One of the key features of this tracker is the ability to connect the wearer to cardiovascular specialists via the Goqii app. The service along with the new Heart Care tracker is available at a subscription of Rs. 2,999 for six months and Rs. 3,999 for 12 months and will be available on Amazon from February 14.
Goqii has partnered with Max Hospital in order to bring the new heart care service to its users. Users can share their health and heart rate data through the Goqii tracker with registered Goqii doctors for analysis. Based on the user's data, a Goqii doctor will refer the user to a cardiac specialists at Max Hospital and other partner hospitals, if required.

The new tracker will be able to measure heart rate along while the app focuses on the user's habits and goals. With the new Heart Care feature, Goqii wants to offer a more specialised service with an aim to create a health ecosystem connecting its users to professionals in the fitness and healthcare space.

The company in August 2016 launched the second iteration of its fitness band featuring a USB charging port, auto sleep detection, integrated charger, and NFC contactless payments, among others. The California-based company also managed to grab the top spot in India's wearable market for Q2 with 16.1 percent market share.
Commenting on the launch, Vishal Gondal, CEO and Founder, Goqii said, "Today, too many devices are generating lots of data which is essentially junk if not analysed and acted upon. The Goqii Heart Care is an one stop solution that tracks and analyses data generated by the Heart Rate trackers and can connect the GOQii user to doctor who can help make sense of the data. It is a unique offering as compared to any other wearable device or service available in the market."

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Phantom ringing linked to cell phone addiction

The feeling that your phone is vibrating or ringing when it is not - known as phantom communication experiences - is linked to your cell phone dependency and technology addiction, a new study has found.

Daniel Kruger from University of Michigan in the US said his findings may add to the body of research used to support the inclusion of mobile phone or technology addiction.

"When people have addictions, there is a phenomenon in which they are hypersensitive to stimuli associated with a rewarding stimulus," said Kruger.

"This study provides some real insight and maybe some evidence that people can have a real dependency on cell phone use," Kruger added.

Researchers recruited 766 undergraduates students, 384 of which were women and 382 men.

The study participants first completed the Ten Item Personality Inventory, which assesses personality characteristics - openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness and emotional stability or neuroticism.

They were then asked if they had experienced phantom ringing, vibrations or notifications from their phones.

If they answered yes, they recorded how frequently they had experienced the phantom alerts.

The participants also responded to statements from a survey called the Mobile Phone Problem Use Scale, including whether the students used their phones to make themselves feel better, to talk to others when feeling isolated, and if they felt anxious when forced to turn off their phones.

Kruger found that those who scored as more conscientious and emotionally stable had lower phone dependency symptoms. Women also reported higher phone dependency symptoms.

The study was published in the journal Computers in Human Behaviour.

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Tips to Keep You in Good Health

1. If you feel like eating but are not sure if you’re really hungry, ask yourself if you’d like to have an apple. If the answer is ‘no’, you’re most likely bored rather than hungry.

2. Exercising before going to bed makes your muscles burn more calories during the night.

3. Crying releases excess stress hormones and is scientifically proven to ease mental strain.

4. A mid-day nap improves your memory and reduces the chances of developing heart diseases.

5. If you’re feeling anxious and stressed, eat a melon. Melons help relieve anxiety and stress, plus they boost your metabolism.

6. Start learning a new language or how to play an instrument. These actions help slow down the brain’s aging process.

7. While driving, chew mint or cinnamon-flavored gum. It has been proven to reduce feelings of frustration by 25%, increase your vigilance by 30%, and makes the drive feel 30% shorter.

 

8. You can ‘program’ your brain to be happy in a simple way: think of three things you’re grateful for every day. Do this for 21 days and you’ll notice the change.

9. Skipping a meal can cause you to gain weight. Your body thinks you’re going through a famine, which causes it to work in energy-saving mode and makes burning calories more difficult.

10. Listening to music regularly is said to reduce the chances of developing a brain tumor.

11. Drink two cups of cold water before a meal, as this boosts metabolism by up to 30%.

12. If you suffer from headaches or mental stress, lie down next to a wall with your legs elevated and leaning against the wall at a 90-degree angle. Maintain this position for 5 minutes.

13. Running for half an hour a day will help you reduce 0.5kg (1 lb) of fat a week.

14. Drinking a lot of water during the day helps you sleep better at night.

15. Women who walk for an hour each day reduce their chances of getting breast cancer by 15%.

16. Check your toothpaste for an ingredient called “Novamin” – it is the only substance that can repair teeth.

17. Natural pineapple juice is 5 times more effective than cough syrup. It can also prevent baldness, and even the flu.

18. Make an effort to eat a home-cooked meal at least 5 times a week. A recent study found that this may extend your life by a whole decade.

19. If you’re trying to quit smoking, try the following method: every time you feel the need to smoke a cigarette, lick a tiny bit of salt. The urge to smoke should pass within a month.

 

20. A cold shower can help relieve depression and also helps keep your skin and hair healthier.

21. If you’ve stayed up all night, take a 15-minute nap before sunrise. It will trick your body into thinking it slept enough. (Don’t do this too often.)

22. Having a pet reduces stress, improves mental functions and extends your life expectancy.

23. Make an effort to be organized. The more organized you are – the less likely you are to suffer from Alzheimer’s.

24. The first day of the week defines your thinking patterns for the week. It’s best to exercise during that day, to assure a healthy routine.

25. If you’ve worn shoes for a long period of time, rub alcohol on your feet. This will help disinfect the regions that are susceptible to fungus.

 

 this is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.
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