Tag Archives: weight
Oz Federal Govt. cracks downs on weight-loss industry as obesity rate rises
Melbourne, Aug 19 (ANI): The Federal Government in Australia has decided to take a look into the massive diet and weight-loss industry, following reports that the obesity rate in the country is still climbing. Weight-loss programs and products will have … Continue reading
The Impossible Took Place Yesterday
Well, it seems that the impossible has happened. Superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan seem to have patched up and they put in a joint appearance and threw their weight behind the producers’ body in their ongoing tussle with … Continue reading
BSE Sensex rises 4.5pct to best close in 5 months
The BSE Sensex jumped 4.5 percent on Thursday to its best close in five months as investors across Asia and Europe rode on optimism the world economy had got past the worst. Reliance Industries, the country’s most valuable company, led … Continue reading
Delimitation empowers Old City traders
Vimal Mehra, a 55-year-old businessman who deals in watches, spends a good part of the day at Chandni Chowk. Mehra detests the congestion, chaos, broken roads and blocked sewers but felt he didn’t have a say in bringing about a … Continue reading
I have perfect figure for catwalk, says Heidi Klum
London, Mar 7 (ANI): German supermodel Heidi Klum has blasted criticism of her weight by refusing to diet, insisting she has the perfect figure for the catwalk. The Victoria Secret’s model was condemned by designer Wolfgang Joop last month for … Continue reading
Middle age activeness boosts men’s longevity
London, Mar 6 (ANI): It’s never too late to start exercising, concludes a new study, which found that men who start doing physical activity when they are 50 can extend their life span by more than two years. Swedish researchers … Continue reading
Love handles ‘impair lung function’
Washington, Mar 6 (ANI): Here’s some bad news for people who carry excess weight around the middle: love handles can impair lung function. According to a report published in American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Medicine, a high weight circumference … Continue reading
When Aniston got cold feet after botox disaster
Washington, Mar 05 (ANI): Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston has revealed that she once tried botox injection, but she developed cold feet. The ‘Bruce Almighty’ actress revealed that the cosmetic procedure, which smooths out wrinkles by freezing facial muscles, made her … Continue reading
Ponting, Smith support use of video-referral system
Sydney, Mar 4 (ANI): Australian skipper Ricky Ponting and his South African counterpart Graeme Smith expressed support for the video-referral system after Australia’s 162-run victory in the first Test at Johannesburg. Ponting revealed Hot Spot technology would be used for … Continue reading
Traditional apple crumble named ‘Britain’s favourite school pudding’
London, Mar 4 (ANI): Traditional apple crumble and custard is Britain’s favourite school canteen pudding, says a new research. According to the survey, carried out by online independent education guide www.tom-brown.com, the second most popular choice was chocolate sponge with … Continue reading
Fast-food density, neighbourhood walkability influence weight, waist size
Washington, Mar 4 (ANI): People living in neighbourhoods with high density of fast food outlets, and who frequently eat at those restaurants, are more likely to report an increase of 3 pounds in weight and .8 inches in waist circumference, … Continue reading
How your favourite celebs stay in shape
Washington, Mar 4 (ANI): Wondering what your favourite stars do to stay in perfect shape despite their busy schedules? Well, here’s your chance to know about the fitness secrets of some of the biggest Hollywood hotties, and what better way … Continue reading
Tata Steel remembers founder J N Tata on his 170th birth anniversary
Jamshedpur, Mar 3 (ANI): The employees and senior management of the world’s sixth largest steel company Tata Steel gathered today to celebrate the 170th birth anniversary of its founder – Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata with fervour and gaiety. The celebrations commenced … Continue reading
Australia’s baggy green cap losing its magic among upcoming players
Sydney, Mar 3 (ANI): Fewer than half of Australia’s elite cricketers believe representing their country will be the ultimate professional accolade in 10 years. The Australian Cricketers’ Association has revealed the uncertainty in an annual survey of state and national … Continue reading
Jessica Simpson asks fans ‘to follow whatever career she has’
Washington, Mar 3 (ANI): Getting candid with her fans at a recent performance, Jessica Simpson said that she was hoping that they ‘follow whatever career she has’, with reference to her films. Dressed in Daisy Dukes and white platform pumps, … Continue reading
Viewing TV two hours a day ‘doubles asthma risk’
Washington, Mar 3 (ANI): Young children who spend more than two hours glued to the TV every day double their risk of developing asthma, a UK study has found. The study, published in the journal Thorax, was based on more … Continue reading
Chinese man to attempt world record pulling 8-ton vehicle with his hair
New Delhi, Mar 2 (ANI): In a ‘hair-raising’ feat, a Chinese man in Zhuzhou, Hunan province, is all set to attempt a world record by pulling an 8-ton vehicle with his hair. He Jianma, 44, has accepted an invitation to … Continue reading
Hostile men more likely to become obese
Beijing, Mar 2 (ANI): Hostile men are more likely to become obese than their less-hostile peers, according to a new study. In the study, Dr. Hermann Nabi of Hopital Paul Brousse in Villejuif, France and his colleagues found that the … Continue reading
Cricket not quintessentially English after all
London, Mar.1 (ANI): Cricket is not quintessentially English after all, a new Australian research has claimed. According to the research, north European immigrants imported the game to England in the 14th century, and that it was first resisted by the … Continue reading