4 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 09:29 AM IST Vidya Malavade recently shared the “best way to hack the vagus nerve.” Sharing an Instagram reel where she is doing yoga poses, the Mismatched actor can be heard saying: “Everyone always says work hard, train hard, party hard. I wonder why no one talks about resting...
Category: Health
Dengue fever and heart health: Expert warns of hidden cardiac risks to note
4 min readNew DelhiJul 18, 2026 06:00 AM IST With the monsoon comes mosquitoes, and mosquitoes bring with them the fear of dengue fever. Dengue is typically associated with high fever, generalised body aches, and a significant decrease in platelet count. But what many miss out on is the fact that the disease can also...
‘That’s me’: Actor Yogita Bihani says she has thalassemia; expert explains condition
3 min readNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 11:00 PM IST Actor Yogita Bihani recently shared in her fiancé Aaryamann Sethi’s YouTube vlog that she has Thalassemia minor. “That’s me, I have Thalassemia,” said Yogita, in response to actor Archana Puran Singh’s sister Kalpana Chaudhary and yoga trainer Sameeksha Shetty’s chat about iron and B12 deficiency, which...
Why ‘sleep shaming’ may be one of India’s biggest health mistakes
Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Manan Vohra recently highlighted a common yet overlooked issue in Indian households — “sleep shaming” — arguing that it may be harming people’s health. In an Instagram video, he said, “You know what one of India’s biggest problems is? It is sleep shaming. People don’t let anyone sleep. This is very common...
John Cena thought his itchy eyes were due to age and screens — the diagnosis surprised him
6 min readNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 03:01 PM IST Red, itchy eyes are often dismissed as a result of allergies, excessive screen time, ageing or lack of sleep. Because these symptoms are so common, many people delay seeing an eye specialist, assuming they will resolve on their own. Speaking to People, actor and former WWE wrestler...
Shweta Kawaatra says her periods returned after menopause at 40; expert says one case isn’t proof
4 min readNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 12:30 PM IST At 36, actor Shweta Kawaatra became a mother. Four years later, she was told she had entered menopause. The diagnosis came as a shock, leaving her devastated. But instead of accepting it as final, she decided to explore alternative therapies, including acupuncture. According to the actor,...
Early signs of liver disease: 5 symptoms you should never ignore
5 min readNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 11:00 AM IST The liver quietly performs hundreds of essential functions every day, from processing nutrients and filtering toxins to producing proteins and aiding digestion. Because it can continue working even when damaged, liver disorders often develop gradually, with symptoms that may be subtle or mistaken for everyday health...
Why some lean and healthy people still experience blood sugar spikes
4 min readNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 06:00 AM IST Blood sugar is often thought to be closely tied to body weight and eating habits. Many people assume that those who are lean, physically active and eat a balanced diet are unlikely to experience significant blood sugar spikes, while people with less healthy lifestyles are expected...
What prolonged fasting can do to the human body | Explained
The story so far: As Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite fast entered its 19th day on Thursday (July 16, 2026), concerns have emerged about his health. As the 59-year-old Mr. Wangchuk protests the continuation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in his position, in solidarity with the protests organised by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), and the central government is yet to engage with them, experts have flagged...
When does the brain first respond to music?
The intriguing evolution of musicality in humans, that primal form of artistic expression across cultures – that elevates in celebration, is an empath in grief, a rally cry in protests, a companion in solitude – remains enigmatic to scientists. This phenomenon has now become the subject of study of a group of psychologists, who have...








