“I’ve been told it’s not polite to look into a woman’s bag,” says Sara Ali Khan while rifling through her tote. During a recent interview, the Kedarnath actor gave us a peek into all that she carries in her jhola when making her way out and about town. “There’s a perfume, so you smell good....
Calling out the “common belief” that taking blood pressure medicines daily can harm the kidneys, Dr Parin Sangoi, a consultant interventional cardiologist at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central, stressed that this is “not correct.” “Blood pressure medicines do not damage the kidneys. In fact, untreated high blood pressure is a major cause of kidney disease. When...
Are fabric softeners a leading cause of indoor pollution? As social media has been abuzz with claims that these softeners can be toxic, we reached out to Dr Manas Mengar, consultant in pulmonology at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, who said there is growing evidence that volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in scented fabric softeners can irritate the...
AIIMS Delhi neurologist Dr Priyanka Sehrawat recently took to Instagram and listed three things one should avoid “if you want to prevent dementia, Parkinson’s, neurological issues, watch carefully.” According to the expert, the three primary things include: Sleep deprivation Have 7-8 hours of adequate sleepAvoid using digital devices two hours before sleepSleep deprivation can lead...
Neurologist Dr Priyanka Sehrawat recently took to Instagram and listed three things one should avoid “if you want to prevent dementia, Parkinson’s, neurological issues, watch carefully.” According to the expert, the three primary things include: Sleep deprivation Have 7-8 hours of adequate sleepAvoid using digital devices two hours before sleepSleep deprivation can lead to increased...
Fevers are common—but distinguishing a routine viral fever from dengue can be crucial. While both illnesses may begin with similar symptoms, the underlying mechanisms, risks, and diagnostic approaches differ significantly. According to Dr Prateek Kumar, Consultant in Medicine and Critical Care Management at Maccure Hospital, recognising these distinctions early can help prevent complications. How dengue...
A 40-year-old woman complained of recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) for six months despite having no lifestyle issues. The infection “reached” her kidneys so much so that she was “one step away from organ failure”. A Jalandhar-based urologist, Dr Varinder Virdi, detailed her case in a post on Instagram, writing: “She was 40. Corporate job....
A heart that suddenly starts racing can be frightening, especially when it happens mid-workout or during an otherwise normal day. Many people dismiss these episodes as anxiety, dehydration, or overexertion, but doctors say there can be a clear medical explanation behind such sudden spikes in heart rate. Maryland-based physician Dr Kunal Sood, who specialises in Anesthesiology...
“Come on, little fella – we should get going now.” But my son was not listening. The sand in the playground was just right, so he kept digging with his new toy excavator. As I drifted back to my list of to-dos, however, the laughter was suddenly replaced by sobs. My son was not hurt,...
Frizzy hair is the ultimate photo bomber in your ‘could’ve been perfect’ selfies and the only one not in sync with an otherwise perfect outfit. These dry, rope-like tassels are often a sign that hair is unable to retain moisture properly. Some people often turn to the remedy of applying ghee to make the hair...
