3 min readNew DelhiMay 2, 2026 02:00 PM IST Tamil actor Ajith Kumar’s nutritionist, Divya K Purushotham, recently offered a glimpse into the family’s disciplined approach to food. Speaking on a podcast with fitness expert Arvind Suresh, she highlighted how deeply health-focused habits are ingrained at home. She said, “I’ve worked with a lot of...
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‘I have dark green stool, stomach cramps, constant gurgling, bloating, and my stomach is tender to the touch. What causes it?’
Imagine going to the washroom and seeing that your faeces is green. Now add bloating, cramps, and gurgling to the picture. Sounds alarming, right? One such distressed internet user took to Quora to seek answers, asking: ‘What causes dark green stool and stomach cramps? I have dark green stool, stomach cramps, constant gurgling, bloating, and...
Rich nations might eliminate cervical cancer by 2048, progress slow in poor countries: study
High-income countries are on track to eliminate cervical cancer — preventable through vaccination and screening — by 2048, while low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) will see only slight reductions over the next century, according to a study published in The Lancet journal. As a result, the gap between regions will widen dramatically, with women in...
AI outperforms doctors in emergency diagnosis, claims Harvard study
A study led by researchers at Harvard Medical School has found that an advanced artificial intelligence system can outperform human doctors in certain emergency diagnosis tasks. The research compared physicians with an AI model, OpenAI o1, using real-world emergency department cases and structured clinical scenarios. In one experiment involving 76 patients, the AI produced correct...
Chai time warning: Why your rusk or biscuit could be silently spiking blood sugar level
4 min readNew DelhiMay 2, 2026 06:00 AM IST For many Indians, chai is more than just a beverage; it is a ritual. Whether it is the first cup of the morning or an evening pause after work, tea often feels incomplete without something crunchy to dip into it. Biscuits and rusks are the most...
Chai biscuit vs Chai rusk: What could be silently spiking your blood sugar level?
4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 4, 2026 04:20 PM IST For many Indians, chai is more than just a beverage; it is a ritual. Whether it is the first cup of the morning or an evening pause after work, tea often feels incomplete without something crunchy to dip into it. Biscuits and rusks are the...
Slow-healing wounds, hair loss, and cold toes: When to see a doctor for potential heart issues
The internet is full of reels dedicated to x number of signs that something is wrong with you. A similarly viral Instagram reel by health entrepreneur Avnish Chhabria claims that your feet can reveal early warning signs of heart trouble. He points out that if you observe swelling, coldness, hair loss, or slow-healing wounds in...
This is what actually happens to the skin when rice water is left on the face overnight
3 min readNew DelhiMay 1, 2026 09:00 PM IST Rice water has long been a part of traditional beauty routines, often praised for its potential to improve skin texture, brighten complexion, and add a natural glow. From DIY skincare enthusiasts to viral social media Korean skincare trends, many people are now experimenting with applying rice...
‘2 failed IVF cycles’: Namita Thapar opens up about infertility, shares ‘simple’ health check 57% of Indian women might be missing
5 min readNew DelhiMay 1, 2026 05:55 PM IST Entrepreneur and Shark Tank India judge Namita Thapar has opened up about infertility and assisted reproduction. In a recent Instagram video, she spoke candidly about going through “2 failed IVF” cycles, shedding light not just on the emotional toll but also on the gaps in awareness...
‘In temperatures above 40˚C/104˚F…’: Why WHO cautions against using electric fans in extreme heatwaves
4 min readNew DelhiMay 1, 2026 02:57 PM IST As large parts of India continue to battle intense heatwaves, many households instinctively turn to electric fans for relief. However, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), fans may actually become counterproductive, and even dangerous, when temperatures rise beyond 40°C. Issuing guidelines to deal with the...








