4 min readNew DelhiJul 20, 2026 06:00 AM IST Blood sugar, once a topic discussed mainly by people living with diabetes, has become one of the biggest health conversations on social media. From influencers demonstrating continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to videos warning against eating fruit on an empty stomach or recommending elaborate meal sequencing to...
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Why gum problems and bad breath often worsen during the monsoon
4 min readNew DelhiJul 19, 2026 06:00 PM IST If you’ve noticed bleeding gums or persistent bad breath during the rainy season, that’s not a coincidence. From your favourite chai-pakoda combo to the cosy snuggles, each monsoon habit has a role to play. “While the monsoon itself does not directly cause gum disease or bad...
Best tips to tackle post-lunch headaches: ‘Pulpy fruits are your friends’
4 min readNew DelhiJul 19, 2026 03:57 PM IST If you find yourself sitting with your head in your hands right after lunch, we have some news for you. Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar says that such headaches can result from many factors and differ for each individual, depending on their lifestyle and medical history. Sharing...
‘Jawani ka raaz’: Seema Sajdeh reveals anti-ageing treatment she swears by for glowing skin
4 min readNew DelhiJul 19, 2026 03:06 PM IST Seema Sajdeh recently opened up about her skincare routine, revealing that microneedling is one anti-ageing treatment she swears by for glowing skin. In her latest YouTube vlog, the Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives actor shared that she undergoes the procedure once every year and considers it...
Your eyes may turn red after bungee jumping — here’s what is happening
Bungee jumping is one of the most popular adventure sports in India. But what if, after those few minutes of adrenaline rush, you find yourself with bloodshot eyes? Several videos have gone viral showing adventure enthusiasts experiencing the same thing after a jump. But what does it mean? Is the sport dangerous for your eyes?...
Why Kajal Aggarwal doesn’t give her child store-bought milk: ‘Stopped when he was 1 year old’
3 min readNew DelhiJul 19, 2026 09:25 AM IST Working on The India Story completely changed the way Kajal Aggarwal views her lifestyle and grocery choices. During a recent interview, the actor shared how she stopped buying store-bought dairy and no longer gives her child milk, choosing instead to make paneer and dahi at home....
Twinkle Khanna’s ‘hot flushes travel guide’ suggests drowning sorrows — ‘but not in alcohol’
4 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 11:00 PM IST Twinkle Khanna’s latest getaway to Taormina, a stunning, cliffside resort town on Sicily’s east coast, turned into a physiological nightmare — all thanks to menopause. “I went to see a volcano. Unfortunately, I brought one with me,” she shared in her Instagram post, encouraging her audience...
You may recover from less sleep, but your blood sugar may pay the price
4 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 08:00 PM IST Missing a few hours of sleep may leave you feeling groggy the next morning, but growing evidence suggests the effects extend far beyond fatigue. Research has increasingly linked even short-term sleep deprivation to changes in how the body processes glucose, raising concerns that just a couple...
The ‘BRAIN’ food formula is going viral — what’s backed by science and what’s not
3 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 06:00 PM IST Neurologist Shweta Adatia recently shared a simple formula for maintaining brain health. “A short, simple formula…BRAIN.. B is for berries like amla, raspberries…R is rich in OMEGA-3, then real foods, active fats are important, N is for nuts…it’s also healthy fats, not the seeds, but the...
Why you shouldn’t skip carbs after a workout, even if you’re eating enough protein
3 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 04:00 PM IST After intense exercise, you’re most likely to reach for protein. But your muscles need more than just that. According to a 2021 study published in the National Library of Medicine, avoiding carbohydrates post-workout may reduce muscle-building efficiency, even when protein intake is high. According to the...










