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headache

Not all headaches are bad — here’s when they become a red flag

October 12, 2025 11:29 IST

Daily headaches significantly impact your quality of life and might indicate underlying health issues that require medical attention.

ORS vs coconut water: which electrolyte is better?

ORS vs Coconut water: Which is the better option to tackle dehydration?

October 12, 2025 09:30 IST

For most people, daily hydration can be managed through water and foods rich in electrolytes. Bananas, leafy greens, citrus fruits, curd and coconut water are excellent natural sources.

baby

News of a ‘giant’ baby boy is all over TikTok. Here’s what women really need to know

October 11, 2025 19:30 IST

These stories might make women all over the world cross their legs. But how common are big babies, and does their birth always lead to complications?

Samantha on fasting for men and women

‘Women are from Venus, men are from Mars’: Samantha Prabhu explores on how fasting affects males and females differently

October 11, 2025 12:23 IST

"If someone has to go on a fast, I will never suggest that they fast during the luteal phase, because your energy requirement is more during that time," Dr Mitrabasu Chhillar told the Super Deluxe actor. 

Dr Devi Shetty on healing knee pain

How cardiac surgeon Dr Devi Shetty healed knee pain at 55: ‘As a young man, I was a bodybuilder, martial artist’

October 11, 2025 10:29 IST

Knee pain is one of the most common joint problems today, often caused by issues such as arthritis, injuries, muscle weakness, poor posture, or excess body weight.

chai sutta

How the popular ‘chai-sutta’ combination affects the body

October 10, 2025 21:30 IST

When tea and cigarettes, colloquially called chai-sutta, are consumed together, they don’t calm you down. They actually overstimulate your heart, raise blood pressure, and trick your brain into craving the combo again.

blood pressure

‘My blood pressure is 150/90. Does it cause any harm. I am 54 years old’

October 10, 2025 19:30 IST

High blood pressure, if left untreated, can lead to several serious health problems which include heart failure, coronary artery disease, irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias), and stroke

Pahadi Badam

Pahadi Badam can be a game-changer for your morning health. Here’s why

October 10, 2025 10:30 IST

Besides its unique earthy flavour, pahadi badam is packed with a potent dose of monounsaturated fats

Optometrist Puthussery, epidemiologist Dasgupta among MacArthur Grant winners

Optometrist Puthussery, epidemiologist Dasgupta among MacArthur Grant winners

October 10, 2025 04:46 IST

The grant is constituted in the name of Catharine and John Donald MacArthur and recognises seminal and original contributions made by scientists, intellectuals and artists.

Adult acne has become very common

Dermatologist debunks ‘five common myths’ around acne and reveals what really triggers adult breakouts: ‘What you eat is not the cause’

October 9, 2025 23:30 IST

As adult acne becomes more common and myths persist, understanding the real triggers and treatment options is essential.

sleep

These 2 additions to the bedroom may radically improve your sleep quality: ‘In all of history, there’s never been…’

October 9, 2025 21:30 IST

Numerous studies endorse the improvement of sleep quality and duration due to the use of light optimally prior to and during sleep

Nargis Fakhri

Nargis Fakhri reveals skincare routine: ‘Everybody wants a quick fix’ but, it’s a ‘combination of things’

October 12, 2025 07:35 IST

How many things do you have in common with the Rockstar actor when it comes to skincare?

medical prescription

Stop scribbling, start typing: Why Indian courts and doctors are raising alarm over illegible medical prescriptions

October 9, 2025 13:31 IST

"In medicine, clarity is not optional; it is a matter of life and death," said consultant neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad.

blood sugar

Should you check blood sugar right after waking up or 1-2 hours after breakfast?

October 9, 2025 09:30 IST

For those monitoring at home, keeping a log of fasting and post-meal readings provides the clearest picture of overall control.

soap

‘Haven’t used soap on my body for 10 years, and still my skin is soft as ever’: Vidya Malavade shares her bathing rituals

October 8, 2025 20:30 IST

A 2024 study found no difference in skin infections between people who washed with water versus those who used cleansers

surgery

Why patients are strictly advised to not eat anything before surgery

October 8, 2025 15:30 IST

If there's ever confusion about what or when to eat and drink before surgery, timely communication with the healthcare or surgical team is key

stress

Signs there is too much sugar in your body, and what you can do to tackle it

October 8, 2025 11:30 IST

Even if you are not diagnosed with diabetes, excess sugar over time can put stress on the body and heighten your risk for health issues down the road.

Harvard-trained Dr. Saurabh Sethi warns against three toxic household items—plastic cutting boards, scratched non-stick cookware, and scented candles. Find out why scented candles can harm your health and learn safer alternatives.

Why medical experts want you to ‘throw out’ scented candles from your home

October 7, 2025 18:25 IST

If you love a fragrant home but want to avoid harmful chemicals, switch to naturally derived alternatives

Bryan Johnson lists out habits to avoid for leading long lives

‘I spend 2 million a year to live longer; do not do this’: Bryan Johnson lists 3 habits he avoids at all costs

October 7, 2025 17:25 IST

"We have been trained poorly with habits, and society has trained us with false narratives," said the biohacker.

driving

Driving dehydrated vs under the influence of alcohol: How both affect the brain and body

October 7, 2025 12:30 IST

A dehydrated driver may be slower to hit the brakes, misjudge distances, or lose focus, increasing the risk of accidents.

blood pressure

‘My blood pressure is 150/100 mmHg and I am only 26 years old. Should I immediately take medicines?’

October 7, 2025 10:30 IST

Take early action now and avoid complications later

alcohol

This is what happens when you drink tea or coffee over alcohol

October 6, 2025 20:30 IST

Staying hydrated, eating light food, and resting can help with some symptoms

posture

Holding your phone in this posture is giving you anxiety

October 6, 2025 18:26 IST

While posture alone may not cause clinical depression or anxiety, but it can worsen pre-existing conditions.

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