Do you suffer from claustrophobia? Here's how you can control it

THE ECONOMIC TIMES Wed, Dec 07, 2016 | 09:18 AM IST ET Panache Health Do you suffer from claustrophobia? Here's how you can control it These places can be aeroplanes, elevators or cinema halls or any place where it is difficult to escape in case of an emergency. Stressed by demonetisation? Here's how you can combat it Among all health issues, those due to stress are possibly the most widespread. It's not too late, yet: Quitting smoking even in your 60s helps The study also suggested that people aged 70 or older currently smoking were more than three times likely to die than never-smokers. Did you know that reduction in bone density is the first sign of Alzheimer's? Reduced bone mineral density leads to osteoporosis, decreased quality of life, and increased mortality for patients. Are you constantly oscillating between diets? It may cause extra weight gain This may explain why people who try low-calorie diets often overeat when not dieting and so do not keep the weight off. Handful of nuts daily cuts risk of heart disease, cancer The study included all kinds of tree nuts, such as hazel nuts and walnuts, and also peanuts -- which are actually legumes. Global cancer cases has risen by 33 per cent in the last 10 years According to the report, there were an estimated 17.5 mn cancer cases and 8.7 mn deaths in 2015, around the world. Magic-mushroom compound boosts cancer patients' mental anguish Most patients said their quality of life improved, and they had more energy, better relationships with family members. Blessing in disguise: Computer games may relieve phantom limb pain Phantom limb pain occurs when nerve endings at the amputation site continue sending pain signals to the brain. Men, take note! You're more at risk of diabetes than women Men accumulate more iron than women making them prone to Type 2 diabetes. Drug touted as miracle cure for alcoholism may not work, says new study Without proof of its efficacy, prescribing high doses of the drug known as baclofen may be irresponsible. National Pollution Prevention Day: Tips to protect children from the toxicity Use durable, sustainable bags & keep them in your car so that you are never caught off guard. Go easy on the white wine as it might increase the risk of skin cancer Each drink per day of white wine was associated with a 13 per cent increased risk of melanoma. Regular jogging or swimming can protect you against Alzheimer's If you are swimmimg four times a week, there is a greater increase in brain volume as well as better cognitive functioning. Dieting made you gain weight? Blame gut bacteria Following a successful diet, many people are dismayed to find their weight rebounding. More Newsletters Daily Newsletter Special stories that round up the major developments of the day Markets Watch Round up of stock, currency, bond, money and real estate market ET Mutual Fund A weekly round-up of the top news and views from the mutual fund industry. Wealth Weekly news on personal finance, stocks, property, gold, tax planning and more. View All Follow Us on ET: About us|Advertise with us|Feedback|Sitemap|Code of Ethics © 2016 Times Internet Limited. To ensure delivery directly to your inbox, please add etnotifications@indiatimes.com to your address book today. If you are having trouble viewing this newsletter, please click here To unsubscribe or edit your subscriptions please click here