HEALTH NEWS - Page 9

If you have not slept well, should you drag yourself to exercise or rest it out?

November 24, 2025 06:00 IST

Poor sleep compromises the balance of hormones, reduces cognitive alertness, and increases the risk of injury due to slow reaction times, said Dr Anil Ramakrishna, senior consultant, neurology, SPARSH Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore.

One study found that healthy adults who ate dinner at 10 pm experienced 20 per cent higher blood sugar peaks and burned 10 per cent less fat compared to those who ate dinner at 6 pm

Should we eat dinner earlier in winter? Why timing might matter more than you think

November 23, 2025 18:45 IST

If you're eating after 9 pm most nights and waking up sluggish or finding sleep less restful, experimenting with earlier meals may be worthwhile.

What happens to your body when you have momos daily

November 23, 2025 16:25 IST

Even the healthiest versions of momos eaten daily can crowd out other important food groups, depriving the body of essential foods and nutrients.

These symptoms in your 20s could be ‘pre-cancerous’ warning signs, says surgical oncologist

November 23, 2025 16:10 IST

While these symptoms do not always mean cancer, they are important warning signs to detect any pre-cancerous condition before it becomes serious.

Can a person bleed profusely after death? Understand the science behind this unsettling phenomenon

November 23, 2025 12:31 IST

Several natural post-mortem processes can appear unsettling but are completely physiological.

Bhagyashree hails the benefits of amarphal or persimmon

‘This is what you need to enhance your vision…’: Bhagyashree hails the benefits of amarphal

November 23, 2025 09:27 IST

The combination of fibre, antioxidants, and potassium regulates blood pressure and cholesterol levels, keeping the heart safe from sudden attacks.

Gastroenterologist suggests top non-vegetarian, low-calorie protein sources for muscle gain

November 23, 2025 06:00 IST

To build and maintain muscle, it is recommended to consume around 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily, along with regular resistance training.

‘Try it tonight and thank me later’: Alaya F swears by this nighttime drink to ‘detox, de-bloat and digest’

November 22, 2025 19:24 IST

"I’ve spoken about this insanely effective nighttime drink in sooooo many interviews that I thought I might as well share it here with you guys!🤍," added Alaya F.

What do these 8 sleep behaviours reveal about your nervous system?

November 22, 2025 16:24 IST

A regulated nervous system depends heavily on stable sleep cycles and balanced blood sugar. You must prioritise seven to nine hours of sleep and regular meals along with regular exercise.

Calcium tablets vs ragi: Which is a better addition to your menopausal diet?

November 22, 2025 10:30 IST

The calcium requirement is higher for peri and post menopausal women - in India, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for calcium is 600mg and 800mg per day for post menopausal women

This is what doctors carry in their (gut friendly) tiffin

November 22, 2025 06:00 IST

While no single food item can be a magic solution, their collective nutritional power can make a significant difference when combined with an active lifestyle and mindful eating patterns.

Women visits doctor for eye problem, finds out her kidneys are failing: ‘Within days, my entire world flipped…’

November 21, 2025 18:30 IST

"I was told there was no reversing my condition, that I would need lifelong treatment, and that everything I knew about 'normal' was about to change"

‘If I hadn’t faced the bullying…’: Fatima Bosch, Miss Universe 2025, was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD at age 6

November 21, 2025 15:25 IST

"I believe if I hadn't faced the bullying that I had experienced, I wouldn't have learned to move forward and believe in myself. I would not have developed the empathy that I have today," said the Miss Universe 2025 winner.

‘Olympics mei medal laane hai toh air pollution theek kariye…,’ says health expert amid rising pollution levels

November 23, 2025 22:27 IST

If the individual is an active person or involved proactively in athletics, then reduced lung capacity does play a role

Why some nosebleeds require emergency room visits, and what makes them more serious than others

November 20, 2025 13:30 IST

Severe nosebleeds usually come from an artery deeper inside the nose and often occur in people with high blood pressure or on blood-thinning medications

Upasana Konidela reacts to backlash over her egg freezing for career-oriented women as a ‘choice’ comment: ‘Happy to spark debate’; experts weigh in

November 20, 2025 12:30 IST

Upasana Konidela also noted that "more men raised their hands than women when asked about interest in marriage". "The women seemed far more career-focused. This is the new - progressive India," she said.