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‘Throws the body’s internal clock off rhythm’: Study finds link between night-time light exposure and cardiovascular problems, independent of healthy habits such as good diet and sleep
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March 13, 2026March 13, 2026Health

‘Throws the body’s internal clock off rhythm’: Study finds link between night-time light exposure and cardiovascular problems, independent of healthy habits such as good diet and sleep

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 13, 2026 10:00 PM IST We often associate bright, well-lit spaces with productivity and comfort. But new research suggests your evening lighting habits might be silently harming your heart. A study published in the JAMA Network on October 23, 2025, found that exposure to bright light at night may significantly increase...

‘If you want to never have a sudden heart attack,’ a diabetologist recommends removing ‘these five mistakes from your diet’
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March 13, 2026March 13, 2026Health

‘If you want to never have a sudden heart attack,’ a diabetologist recommends removing ‘these five mistakes from your diet’

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 13, 2026 06:00 AM IST Heart disease has become increasingly common in India. According to a 2020 study published in the National Library of Medicine, “Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) strike Indians a decade earlier than the Western population.2 For us Indians, particular causes of concern in CVD are early age of onset,...

Understanding heart health: How dietary changes may lower long-term risk
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March 13, 2026March 13, 2026Health

Understanding heart health: How dietary changes may lower long-term risk

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4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 13, 2026 03:55 PM IST Heart disease has become increasingly common in India. According to a 2020 study published in the National Library of Medicine, titled Cardiovascular disease in India: A 360 degree overview, “Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) strike Indians a decade earlier than the Western population.2 For us Indians, particular...

Mini Mathur, 50, reveals why isabgol, magnesium, and vitamin D are her ‘non-negotiable’ supplements: ‘Keep changing it’
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March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Health

Mini Mathur, 50, reveals why isabgol, magnesium, and vitamin D are her ‘non-negotiable’ supplements: ‘Keep changing it’

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 10:00 PM IST Mini Mathur, 50, recently revealed the “non-negotiable” supplements that are a part of her diet and lifestyle. “I take magnesium glycinate at night. It is very good for women to calm their nervous system. In the morning, I take Omega-3. I take isabgol, which is a...

‘I’ve gotten into the habit of hitting the snooze button over and over again, and it’s negatively impacting my life. How do I overcome this?’
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March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Health

‘I’ve gotten into the habit of hitting the snooze button over and over again, and it’s negatively impacting my life. How do I overcome this?’

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For many of us, mornings begin with the familiar cycle of an alarm ringing, a sleepy hand reaching out, and the snooze button getting tapped again and again. Those “five more minutes” often turn into several rounds of snoozing — leaving us feeling even more tired. Recently, a user on Reddit shared a dilemma that...

‘It may indicate…’: Doctor explains why one leg being significantly more swollen than the other is a medical emergency you should not ignore
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March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Health

‘It may indicate…’: Doctor explains why one leg being significantly more swollen than the other is a medical emergency you should not ignore

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Leg swelling is a common complaint that many people brush off as a temporary issue, a result of standing too long, travelling for hours, or simply feeling tired at the end of the day. In many cases, the swelling may be harmless and resolve on its own. However, persistent or unexplained swelling in the legs...

Gastroenterologist ranks 10 common breakfast foods by their impact on gut health and energy: ‘Can silently trigger bloating, crashes…’
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March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Health

Gastroenterologist ranks 10 common breakfast foods by their impact on gut health and energy: ‘Can silently trigger bloating, crashes…’

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Breakfast is often described as the most important meal of the day, yet for many people, it is also the most confusing. Your daily choices can influence digestion, energy levels, blood sugar stability, and even mid-day cravings. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, recently evaluated common breakfast foods through...

‘Shirish loves it when people do that’: When Farah Khan recalled being confused for her husband’s mother, opened up on reclaiming her health at age 50
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March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Health

‘Shirish loves it when people do that’: When Farah Khan recalled being confused for her husband’s mother, opened up on reclaiming her health at age 50

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 06:00 AM IST Last year, director and choreographer Farah Khan reflected on the process of reclaiming her health after years of prioritising work over self-care while sharing her perspective on ageing during an interview with Soha Ali Khan on her YouTube channel.  She looked back at how her appearance...

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