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7 weight loss myths you need to stop believing ASAP

There are many misconceptions about weight loss that people believe. Here are 7 of those myths busted to help those trying to lose weight.
Popping diet pills for weight loss? Know if they are beneficial or harmful

Are you considering diet pills for weight loss? Dietician Mehar Bakshi explains whether they are really beneficial or harmful for someone trying to lose weight.
$Sleeping pills 'Z-drugs' can increase risk of fractures and stroke in dementia patients$

Sleeping pills 'Z-drugs' can increase risk of fractures and stroke in dementia patients

Researchers have warned that commonly prescribed sleeping pills 'Z-drugs' can cause adverse effects in dementia patients. Here are some tips to help your loved one with dementia sleep better at night.
Over-the-counter diet pills: Do they really help you lose weight or harm your health?

People also take diet pills for many different reasons such as - to lose or gain weight, to restore lost nutrients, to build muscle tissue, to support physical functions like eyesight, to improve sleep, or to boost energy, but are they good? let's see it!
6 Common birth control myths busted

Many myths surround the safety and efficiency of birth control, which create needless fear and even deter some people from using the most appropriate birth control for them.
3 Natural birth control methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy during lockdown

Lockdown has affected the supply of a lot of medications, including the contraceptives. Natural remedies are a great option to consider at this time. Here are 3 natural birth control methods you can try to prevent unwanted pregnancy.
Mood changes and other side effects of birth control pills

Regular use of birth control pills can cause many side-effects, some mild and other critical. Read on to know the risks associated with oral contraceptives.
5 unsaid truths about contraceptive pills that you should be aware of

Contraceptive pills may seem like a perfect birth control solution. But there are some lesser known facts about using contraceptive pills that are worth knowing before you step out to buy one.
Not ready for a baby? 6 ways to prevent unintended pregnancy

If you are sexually active and don't want to get pregnant, these birth control methods may help you -
Acid reflux drugs for breast cancer linked to poor memory: Know the risk factors to stay safe

Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) may cause side effects in breast cancer survivors. Here are a few risk factors that you should avoid to prevent breast cancer.
Most women don't regret after having abortion; but remember pills do have side effects

Abortion pill is an extremely powerful drug and can leave you with many side effects.
5 years after abortion, over 95% women consider it the right decision

This debunks the idea that most women suffer emotionally from having an abortion.
Use of diet pills can lead to eating disorder : Study

According to the study published in the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH), 1.8% of those who used diet pills during the past year reported receiving a first eating disorder diagnosis during the next one to three years compared to 1% of those who did not use the products. Read on to know more.
Want to avoid an unwanted pregnancy? Ditch contraceptive pills and go natural

According to a study, oral contraceptives can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes. But there are other natural methods you can try to avoid an unwanted pregnancy.
Want to lose weight? Avoid diet pills

If you are taking diet pills to reduce weight, then chances are you only inviting other health complications. Read on to know more.
This pill may help curb 2.7 lakh HIV cases in India: Study

In a study published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases, the once-a-day pill, called pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), can reduce the risk of HIV acquisition by over 85 per cent when taken consistently.
Contraception: Here is all you need to know about a new method and the ones that already exist

FDA has recently approved a new vaginal ring that protects you against unwanted pregnancy for as long as a year. Read on to know about it and other methods of contraception.
New birth control ring can prevent unwanted pregnancy for a year

A new study presented in the Endocrine Society`s Annual Meeting, has developed a new contraceptive vaginal ring that has 97 per cent success rate is comparable to the most effective birth control methods already available in the market.
Do you opt for sleeping pills regularly? It can impact your blood pressure

According to a new study, having sleeping pills daily can impact blood pressure (BP) in older adults. Read on to know more about this.