4 min readNew DelhiFeb 10, 2026 01:00 AM IST In a recent Instagram post, Dr Kunal Sood, a double-board-certified physician in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Medicine, explained that repeatedly looking down at a phone or laptop places a disproportionate load on the cervical spine. “In a neutral position, the human head weighs about 10 to...
Category: Health
Nargis Fakhri shares health update; says is ‘not 100 per cent fit’ as she heals with regenerative therapy: ‘I had platelets put in my neck, hip…’
Rockstar actor Nargis Fakhri, who has been battling injuries for over a decade, recently opened up about the same and the subsequent “healing” journey with stem cell therapy. “I am in Bengaluru. I had platelets injected into various parts of my body to promote regeneration. I had platelets put in my neck for a neck...
Not a magic pill: Why vitamin D is a valuable (but not instant) tool for muscle growth
4 min readNew DelhiFeb 9, 2026 09:00 PM IST Vitamin D is often celebrated for its role in bone health and immunity, but experts suggest it could also play a role in muscle growth and strength. The question gaining traction — especially among fitness enthusiasts — is whether vitamin D can help build muscle faster....
Shark Tank India’s Kanika Tekriwal recollects cancer journey at 21, says she fought with a lot of pain during chemotherapy: ‘Now sitting with a head full of hair’
3 min readNew DelhiFeb 9, 2026 05:55 PM IST Shark Tank India judge Kanika Tekriwal recently disclosed that she battled cancer, leaving her co-judges Aman Gupta and Vineeta Singh shell-shocked. In response to a pitch on CBD or Cannabidiol (CBD) oil in the latest season’s Episode 24, the 35-year-old recalled being diagnosed at 21. “I...
‘My blood pressure was 116-71. Can I still have a heart attack? I’ve been so nervous about it’
3 min readNew DelhiFeb 9, 2026 09:30 AM IST A Quora user wanted to know: “My blood pressure was 116-71. Can I still have a heart attack? I’ve been so nervous about it,” so we reached out to experts who said that a blood pressure reading of 116/71 mmHg is actually normal and healthy. “It...
Odisha govt plans digital platform for priority appts of cancer patients
Bhubaneswar: Suspected cancer patients and people who are already undergoing treatment for cancer will no longer need to stand in long queues in top govt hospitals for consultation, diagnosis and treatment, as the state govt is planning to create a digital platform for priority booking of appointments for these people. Patients’ appointments can be booked...
‘I’m always left incredibly offended…’: Billie Eilish once opened up about the frustration of being misunderstood with Tourette’s
4 min readNew DelhiFeb 8, 2026 10:00 PM IST Billie Eilish once offered a rare and candid look into her life with tics induced by Tourette’s syndrome during her appearance on My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman, turning a personal reality into a powerful moment of awareness. “If you film me for...
How a 70-year-old oral cancer patient with ‘hole in his jaw’ caused by years of radiation was saved by Bengaluru doctors in a rare surgery
Radiation therapy is one of the most popular cancer treatments worldwide, but it comes with its own share of side effects. Besides the cancer cells, some of the normal tissue around the treated area may also be killed. In some extreme cases, the damage aggravates way beyond control. Speaking to indianexpress.com, Dr Narayana Subramaniam, Lead Consultant...
‘It’s ₹40,000 per shot’: Comedian Aishwarya Mohanraj admits using Mounjaro for weight loss; expert on how these drugs work and who they’re for
Stand-up comedian and content creator Aishwarya Mohanraj recently spoke about her experience with weight fluctuations and rapid weight loss. She revealed in a YouTube video that her transformation involved a medication-based approach. “I’ve grown up a skinny child,” she said, remembering that relatives commented on her body from an early age. She noted that being...
‘It’s ₹4,000 per shot’: Comedian Aishwarya Mohanraj admits using Mounjaro for weight loss; expert on how these drugs work and who they’re for
Stand-up comedian and content creator Aishwarya Mohanraj recently spoke about her experience with weight fluctuations and rapid weight loss. She revealed in a YouTube video that her transformation involved a medication-based approach. “I’ve grown up a skinny child,” she said, remembering that relatives commented on her body from an early age. She noted that being...









