smell

Why does your house smell weird once you enter? Get rid of the stink with these tips

September 07, 2025 11:31 am

It is important to consider the seasons as well while picking a fragrance for your room, as temperature has a major impact on the perception of the perfumes

Can the mere smell of delicious food lead to a rise in blood sugar levels?

July 18, 2025 4:25 pm

Hint: For people managing diabetes, understanding how their body reacts to non-eating stimuli can be helpful

'How to not be stinky in 2024': Dermatologist shares personal hygiene hack she swears by

September 30, 2024 5:26 pm

Body odour is largely caused by bacteria breaking down sweat, said Dr Karuna Malhotra, aesthetic physician and cosmetologist, Cosmetic Skin and Homeo Clinic Rajouri Garden New Delhi

Covid 19: New research highlights brain changes in people who lost sense of smell

September 26, 2024 12:28 pm

Unlike other respiratory infections, where congestion may block the sense of smell, Covid-19's direct impact on the olfactory system often leads to a more pronounced and sometimes longer-lasting loss of smell, said Dr Ravi Shekhar Jha, pulmonologist, director pulmonology, MD, MRCP, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad

Your weak sense of smell may be a precursor to heart failure; here's what experts have to say

July 13, 2024 2:27 pm

Lifestyle factors such as smoking, exposure to environmental toxins, and poor cardiovascular health can contribute to olfactory dysfunction.

Humans may have a stronger sense of smell than dogs; here’s why

July 03, 2024 6:43 pm

Dr Manoj Mishra, senior consultant ENT at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow, says, “Humans and dogs have significantly different olfactory capabilities due to anatomical and functional differences.”

At the heart of our fascination with our partner's scent lies the science of pheromones.

Ever wondered why you like the way your partner smells?

December 02, 2023 4:06 pm

In matters of love, the senses play a profound role, with touch, sight, and sound often taking centre stage. However, one often overlooked yet incredibly powerful aspect of attraction is the sense of smell.

Know Your Body: Everyone, except identical twins, has a unique smell

August 29, 2023 9:54 am

According to experts, studies on identical twins emphasise the genetic component, showing their body odours to be more alike than those of unrelated individuals

Kourtney Kardashian sparks backlash over health gummies for vaginal health; calls it 'sweet treat'

February 10, 2023 12:22 pm

The human vagina is inhabited by over 50 species of microbes, of which the lactobacilli are the most common and abundant ones, said Dr Sujit Ash, consultant, gynecology and obstetrics, P D Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Khar.

Can bad smells make you feel faint, out of breath?

February 01, 2023 8:14 pm

“Many people who are negatively affected by a certain smell, instantly feel better when they are away from the surroundings where the smell is present,” said Dr Bindumathi P L, Sr. Consultant - Internal Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore.