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mehendi

‘The henna on my hands feels like it’s burning’: What to do when your mehendi causes a reaction

January 8, 2026 22:00 IST

Various organic and inorganic chemicals are added to the natural henna to darken the colour.

blower

The silent danger of winter warmth: Expert warns against risks of blowers

January 8, 2026 16:00 IST

To understand the risks, we turned to a pulmonologist who explained the risks of using a blower in a closed room and how the body warns us.

Gastroenterologist shares practical guidance on navigating the festive season with IBD

GI doctor shares five ways people with inflammatory bowel disease can enjoy their favourite foods

January 7, 2026 22:00 IST

Beyond diet, he highlighted lifestyle factors, noting, “Regular high-dose NSAIDs can aggravate an inflammatory bowel.”

pregnancy

Why pregnancy acts as a ‘physiologic stress test’ for a women’s heart

January 7, 2026 18:00 IST

“This can lead to increased pressure and, in some cases, varicose veins or clotting risks."

Hina Khan air quality

Hina Khan expresses concern over Mumbai’s deteriorating air quality, says ‘can’t even breathe’

January 7, 2026 15:00 IST

In many Indian cities, doctors are noticing a sharp increase in individuals reporting a persistent cough, chest heaviness, and breathlessness, even among those with no previous lung issues, said Dr Sulaiman Ladhani, consultant pulmonologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central

Deepinder Goyal Temple

As Deepinder Goyal generates buzz with ‘Temple’ device on forehead, experts advice caution: ‘The biggest worry is that…’

January 8, 2026 09:47 IST

Dr Sheetal Goyal, consultant neurologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central said in clinical neurology, changes in blood flow are studied in conditions like stroke, dementia, and traumatic brain injury

blood pressure

Why your blood pressure may be normal at home but high at the doctor’s clinic

January 7, 2026 09:28 IST

Follow the guidelines given by the doctor and keep the BP within the normal range

far loss

Arthroscopy expert clarifies whether extra body fat can trap vitamin D and reduce its availability

January 6, 2026 12:00 IST

Vitamin D plays a major role in calcium absorption and bone strength

Here are the biggest celebrity health confessions of 2025

Top 5 most talked about celebrity health confessions of 2025

January 5, 2026 17:55 IST

Stars used their platforms to spotlight habits, struggles and insights that mattered to millions.

Union minister Nitin Gadkari at the parliament house in New Delhi

Nitin Gadkari reveals secret behind his weight loss transformation after Covid: ‘I used to be 135 kg at one point, now I weigh 89’

January 5, 2026 15:56 IST

Union minister Nitin Gadkari says his 46 kg weight loss was not about quick fixes, but discipline. Speaking about waking up early and exercising for over two hours daily, fitness experts explain how such routines can be adapted for working adults.

Sick woman on her couch, worried after checking her temperature with packed bags around her

Why do I seem to get sick as soon as I take time off?

January 4, 2026 23:00 IST

There's still a lot we don't understand about how or why leisure sickness might happen.

street food

Lemon in chana chaat, curd on aloo tikki, mint in pani puri and more: Nutritionist decodes 5 smart pairings that make street food healthier

January 4, 2026 21:00 IST

Your guide to enjoying your favourite street food without guilt by boosting its nutritional value.

dark circle

Fed up with stubborn dark circles under your eyes? Why it’s worth checking your liver health

January 4, 2026 19:00 IST

Learn how to tell the difference between fatigue-related dark circles and internal health warnings, and the best ways to treat them.

low salt diet

Cutting salt from your diet? Here’s how a low-sodium diet impacts your body

January 5, 2026 12:47 IST

Why cutting back on salt is important—but going too low may disrupt blood pressure, electrolytes and overall health.

Mark Wahlberg has eggs for breakfast

Mark Wahlberg likes to start his day with 4 boiled eggs; says, ‘I eat the same breakfast every day’

January 4, 2026 09:30 IST

Always consume eggs in moderation as part of a balanced diet and do not go overboard. Eggs are high in cholesterol and can contribute to an increased risk of heart disease in some.

health trends 2026

Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar predicts 3 health trends for 2026: ‘Hope India and other developing countries follow suit’

January 4, 2026 06:00 IST

"Credible scientific research will continue to validate time-tested traditions and common sense. Wish you all a very happy, healthy and confusion-free 2026," she captioned her Instagram post.

jemimah rodrigues on period pain

Jemimah Rodrigues opens up about playing cricket with period pain: ‘I’m kind of blessed…Sometimes they can’t walk’

January 3, 2026 22:00 IST

"Some women get very bad stomach pain, I don't get it but my mom used to get very bad pain," shared the Indian cricketer.

are you suffering from a mineral deficiency?

Women, don’t ignore these popular signs of mineral deficiency

January 3, 2026 19:00 IST

Many women ignore early warning signs of mineral deficiency, assuming they are due to stress, ageing, or a busy lifestyle. Here's what you should take note of.

Vikas Khanna wants airport carpets to be removed

Chef Vikas Khanna urges Mumbai airport’s dirty carpet to be removed: ‘Having this carpet is absolutely unnecessary and unacceptable’

January 3, 2026 17:56 IST

"On behalf of every asthmatic & people with bronchitis issues, I request the authorities to please look into removing this at the airports," Chef Vikas Khanna mentioned in his Instagram post.

Bryan Johnson says the most destructive thing for health is lack of sleep

For Bryan Johnson, this is the most destructive belief in the world: ‘A single night…drops glucose stability by 30-40%’

January 3, 2026 15:57 IST

"A single night of 4-5 hours of sleep reduces cognition by 20-40%, drops glucose stability by 30-40%..." listed out Johnson.

puberty

‘Is starting puberty at age 11 considered early?’

January 3, 2026 14:56 IST

According to the medical research, the age of initial pubertal changes has been going down almost everywhere in the last three decades.

Punjab holds sitting idle contest to encourage digital detox

How the ‘Idle Sitting’ contest in Punjab’s Moga village shone spotlight on importance of digital detox

January 2, 2026 23:00 IST

A fun and unique way of spreading awareness about the perils of digital overload, a Punjabi village asked people to sit in one spot without using their phones, getting up, falling asleep or using the washroom.

wisdome tooth removal

No dentists in space: why astronauts get wisdom teeth removed

January 5, 2026 13:13 IST

In space, there are no emergency rooms—only preventive medicine designed to eliminate risks before launch.

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