America’s obsession with junk food may end on a healthy note. Researchers in the Department of Nutrition and Food Science at the University of Maryland have determined a way to increase the antioxidant content of whole wheat pizza dough.
Antioxidants protect cells from damage caused by unstable molecules, called free radicals. Many scientists believe antioxidants lower the risk of certain types of cancer, heart disease and other aging-associated health problems. Increasing the antioxidant content of popular food products may have a positive impact on the health of our nation.
The scientists determined …

Having shot for his film ‘Hook Ya Crook’ weeks ahead of schedule, John Abraham was left with 27 free days. But he’s chosen to use that time to work on another project.
Much as he would have loved to take a holiday, John preferred to prepare for his role in Abbas Tyrewala ’s next directorial venture ‘1:800 Love’, a love story starring John and Abbas’ wife Pakhi.
The movie, an out-and-out love story, has John playing a very ordinary guy in not-so-ordinary circumstances. Since the character is based in London, John agreed …

It seems that none can match Katrina Kaif when it comes to sex appeal. For the second consecutive year, the angelic beauty is rumoured to have been voted the ‘sexiest woman alive’.
If the latest buzz doing rounds in tinsel town is to be believed, the gorgeous head-turner has won a poll by FHM (India) magazine to emerge as the ‘sexiest woman alive’. The only competition she faced was from Deepika Padukone and Kareena Kapoor .
Katrina, who last year played down her elevation to the pedestal of an oomphmati, has told …

Child obesity rates are rising. According to the American Obesity Association, obesity among children and teens is reaching epidemic levels. About 30% of children and teens are overweight and 15% are obese. Children, who are overweight, with at least one overweight parent, are 79% more likely to be overweight as adults. Along with the poor self-image that often accompanies obesity children who are obese are at a greater risk for asthma, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and damage to bones and cartilage.
The key to preventing childhood obesity …

Discipline and punishment are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Punishment is considered the consequences of a child not following the rules. Discipline is the teaching and making a child to obey the rules. Some parents are discipline-based, others punishment-based, and many are a combination of the two.
The results of the disciplining or punishment types of parenting can also bring about different results. According to Dr. Ed Wemberly, author of A Parent’s Guide to Raising Great Kids, discipline-based parenting works better at changing a child’s …

Have you ever wanted juicy and plump lips like Angelina Jolie? Of course you do, well no thanks to genetics it may not be humanly possible to acquire such tasteful lips like hers. But thanks to the wonderful world of makeup and cosmetics, you may be able to obtain her sensual lips for a few hours or even all day when you invest in sassy lip glosses that makes your lips pucker ready and gives your lips the ultimate shine that you desire. So dress your lips in a gloss …

Healthier and shinier hair is something everybody loves. Is your hair in bad condition? If the answer is yes, you can turn your bad looking hair into great looking hair by simply following are some hair care tips,practices and diet information.
Hair Care Diet:
Excessive use of these in your diet can be pretty damaging to your hair:
* Sweets
* Chocolates
* Cakes
* Cookies
Try your level best to replace them with fresh fruits and green vegetables in your …