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Protein bars and powders: How to choose safer products and what ‘third-party tested’ means
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Protein bars and powders: How to choose safer products and what ‘third-party tested’ means

4 min readNew DelhiAug 12, 2026 07:00 PM IST Nutritionist Layla Al-Naif has raised concerns around protein supplements after questioning the safety of many protein powders and bars. Speaking on Masoom Minawala’s podcast, she said, “Most protein powder, which is all obviously going into a protein bar, is heavy on the heavy metals, toxins, pesticides....

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals: Can everyday plastics affect your blood sugar?
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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals: Can everyday plastics affect your blood sugar?

5 min readNew DelhiAug 12, 2026 03:00 PM IST Every day, people come into contact with a wide range of synthetic chemicals through food packaging, plastic containers, non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics and even drinking water. Among the most discussed are endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) such as bisphenol A (BPA), certain phthalates and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances...

Antibiotics and blood sugar: Can they temporarily affect glucose metabolism?
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Antibiotics and blood sugar: Can they temporarily affect glucose metabolism?

4 min readNew DelhiAug 11, 2026 07:00 PM IST Antibiotics are among the most commonly prescribed medications and play a crucial role in treating bacterial infections. However, while they target harmful bacteria, they can also temporarily alter the composition of the gut microbiome by reducing beneficial bacteria that support digestion, immunity and other aspects of...

AMH of 0.65 at 30: What this number means for your fertility
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AMH of 0.65 at 30: What this number means for your fertility

5 min readNew DelhiAug 11, 2026 09:30 AM IST Fertility and pregnancy expert Zohra Dawoodani recently discussed why an AMH level of 0.65 at age 30 may be concerning for a woman’s ovarian reserve. In a video shared on Instagram, she explained that AMH, or anti-Müllerian hormone, is used as an indicator of ovarian reserve...

From pickles to papad: The truth about their impact on blood sugar
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From pickles to papad: The truth about their impact on blood sugar

4 min readNew DelhiAug 10, 2026 09:00 PM IST Many people with diabetes or prediabetes pay close attention to staples such as rice, rotis, bread or desserts, but the smaller accompaniments on the plate often escape scrutiny. Pickles, papad and chutneys are common additions to Indian meals, adding flavour, crunch and variety. But can these...

Why pulse pressure matters for heart health after 60
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Why pulse pressure matters for heart health after 60

4 min readNew DelhiAug 10, 2026 09:30 AM IST What is pulse pressure, and what makes it an important indicator of heart health? We posed this Quora query — ‘Why is pulse pressure important for older adults, and what does it really tell you about their heart health?’ — to a cardiologist who explained that...

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