The Importance Of Using Hair Masks

Whether kinky, curly, wavy or straight, your hair will definitely benefit from the occasional hair mask treatment. And you don't have to head to a saloon to get your fix. All it takes is just a few extra minutes in the shower for these deep-conditioning treatments the help you achieve softer and shinier hair:

Drinking Tea Could Cut Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

According to a study published in the British Medical Journal, people who drink more tea also have a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

For the study, researchers analyzed data from 50 countries and found that the nations who drank the most black tea also suffered the lowest levels of the metabolic syndrome.

Daily Soda Consumption Linked To Higher Stroke Risk In Women

A new study from Japan has added more weight to the link between regular consumption of sugary drinks with the risk of developing a stroke.

According to the study, women who imbibe sugary soft drinks almost every day are 83 percent more likely to have a certain type of stroke than women who rarely drink sodas and other sweetened beverages:

Does Drinking Water After A Massage Help In Removing Toxins?

For most of us who frequent massages, you might notice how the masseuse always hands you a warm cup of tea or water after the session is over?  Does drinking the water after a massage really serve any health purposes?

Study Links Recreational Cocaine Use To Heart Attacks

The findings from the American Heart Association come from a newly released study on cocaine and its effects on heart health.

The small study is the first to document some of these cardiovascular abnormalities in seemingly healthy cocaine users long after the immediate effects of cocaine have worn off. For the study, the researchers used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to measure the effects of cocaine on 20 "otherwise healthy adults who chronically used the illegal substance" and 20 non-users (the control group).

How Acupuncture Might Benefit Cancer Patients

The findings of a new British study show that acupuncture might be able to help breast cancer patients by relieving them of their fatigue.

The three-year British trial funded by Breakthrough Breast Cancer involved more than 300 patients and was conducted at 10 hospitals across Britain. At least 40 percent of the patients reported feeling less mental and physical fatigue and an improved overall quality of life

Melanoma Risk May Be Genetic For Redheads

Bad news Lindsay Lohans of the world, as new research suggests that the pigment in redheads' skin may play an active role in the development of skin cancer since they have less natural protection against the sun's rays.

Women Who Drink Green Tea Have Lower Risk Of Developing Certain Cancers

Here's more reasons for women to incorporating a cup of green tea into your daily diet. A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows an association between regular green tea consumption (three times a week) and a lower risk of colon, throat and stomach cancers.

Flu Jab Could Decrease Risk For Heart Disease

According to a Canadian review of research, the flu vaccine may help in preventing heart attacks.

For the study, cardiologist Jacob Udell and his team looked at published clinical trials on the subject dating back to the 1960s. The combined studies examined a total of 3,227 patients, with an almost  equal split between patients with and without established heart disease. Half of the participants were randomly assigned to receive flu vaccine, while the other half received a placebo vaccine.

How Exercise Makes Middle-Aged People Smarter

Worried about not being sharp once you hit middle age? According to new research, you could try taking up sport to boost your brain power.

For the study, researchers at the University of Montreal had overweight male participants (average age of 49) conduct two weekly sessions of high-intensity interval training, in which short bursts of hard exercise are interspersed with rest. They also did other types of exercise, including lifting weights, cycling on exercise bicycles and circuit training.

Scientists To Use Cow's Milk In Fight Against HIV

Cow's milk is an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D, and now scientists think they can harness it to protect people from HIV.

While cows cannot contract HIV but their immune systems develop antibodies against the foreign protein. Researchers from Melbourne University want to produce use antibodies to help humans defend against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Are You Holding Your Weights Wrong?

Lifting weights is great for toning up, building muscles and developing strength, but lifting them the wrong way can do more harm than good. Kara Liotta explains to Well+Good the top things to look out for when you're lifting those dumbells to avoid hurting yourself:

Hairbrushing Basics For Healthy Hair

Brushing your hair might seem like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised at how important brushing is when it comes to hair maintenance. Brushing not only helps with scalp exfoliation but cell turnover and cuticle buffing, ensuring that you’ll always end up with glossier locks. Below are a few tips to keep in mind next time you grab the handle:

Does Vitamin C Help Prevent Osteoprosis?

A recent study published in PLoS ONE claims that Vitamin C may have protective effects osteoporosis, in mice at least.

The study was conducted in two sets of mice: the first group had had their ovaries removed (a procedure known to decrease bone mineral density) while the other had "sham" surgeries, meaning that their bone mineral density was not decreased.

Use Perm Paper To Protect Damaged Ends While Curling

Are the ends of your mane looking a little worse for wear lately? This can result from overstyling to using the wrong product. But instead of chopping them off, the beauty mavens over at thebeautydepartment.com shares this tip that will protect strands from hot curlers:

Women Smokers Who Quit Before 30 Can Live Up To 10 Years Longer

The new study conducted by UK researchers comes from the One Million Women Study which was published in The Lancet. The data reveals that women who quit smoking before they turn 30 can live up to a decade longer than their nicotine addicted counterparts:

Study Says Drinking Pomegranate Juice Could Prevent Advanced Breast Cancer

New research has shown that drinking pomegranate juice or taking supplements prepared from pomegranate fruits may help prevent advanced breast cancer.

The study published in the journal Breast Cancer Research and Treatment found that the ingredients in the fruit juice were able to inhibit cell and molecular processes involved in the metastasis of breast cancer. This indicates that the fruit juice may slow, delay or prevent the disease from progressing to become an advanced disease. According to the researchers:

Reasons Why You Shouldn't Skip Out On Breakfast

There's a reason why breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. Not only does it help kick start your metabolism, it can also prevent you from pigging out later in the day.

So if you're the type to skip breakfast simply because you're always rushing for work or don't feel it's necessary, these following reasons might hopefully get you to change your tune: