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What is a 1200-calorie vegetarian diet?
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What is a 1200-calorie vegetarian diet?

Low-calorie diets are popular for weight loss, but not all of them are safe or sustainable. A well-planned 1200-calorie vegetarian diet can support gradual weight loss. To determine what this type of plan should include and who it is suitable for, we spoke with Sukh Sabia, a nutrition & dietician at Maccure Hospital, who shared...

Why does sleeping after 11 pm impact weight even with a clean diet?
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Why does sleeping after 11 pm impact weight even with a clean diet?

When people discuss weight loss, they usually focus on diet, exercise, or steps. However, they often overlook the importance of sleep, particularly the hours before midnight. “Many individuals may eat well but find themselves stuck at a certain weight. One major reason for this is poor sleep patterns,” said Dr Amit Saraf, director, internal medicine,...

‘People have even asked me if I’ve had a rib removed’: Bhumi Pednekar on losing 40 kg without injectables; expert on what really drives sustainable weight loss
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‘People have even asked me if I’ve had a rib removed’: Bhumi Pednekar on losing 40 kg without injectables; expert on what really drives sustainable weight loss

Weight loss conversations today are increasingly shaped by shortcuts, injectables, and assumptions that drastic change must come from medical intervention. As drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro enter mainstream vocabulary, many people struggling with their bodies are left wondering whether long-term effort still holds value, or if transformation is now impossible without pharmaceutical help. This shift...

No more mealtime pricks: Inhaled insulin arrives in India to tackle ‘needle phobia’
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No more mealtime pricks: Inhaled insulin arrives in India to tackle ‘needle phobia’

“Can’t my diabetes be managed without insulin injections?’ This is one of the most common questions patients ask when doctors discuss starting insulin. “Fear of injections remains a major reason for delaying insulin therapy, even when it is clearly required. This hesitation, often referred to as insulin inertia, is an important cause of poor blood...

Archana Puran Singh gets emotional as son Ayushmaan Sethi reveals mother’s ‘rare condition’: ‘Her hand is never going to be the same again’
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Archana Puran Singh gets emotional as son Ayushmaan Sethi reveals mother’s ‘rare condition’: ‘Her hand is never going to be the same again’

Archana Puran Singh, 63, got emotional as her son Ayushmaan Sethi praised her resilience after being diagnosed with a painful condition called CRPS following a wrist injury in 2025. Speaking about Archana’s ordeal in an Instagram Reel, Ayushmaan said, “I am proud of my mom. She has had the hardest year, guys. She broke her...

For someone with gut issues, eating fibre is like taking sandpaper and rubbing it on open wound, says hormonal coach; gastroenterologist verifies
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For someone with gut issues, eating fibre is like taking sandpaper and rubbing it on open wound, says hormonal coach; gastroenterologist verifies

Many people believe that fibre is always good for digestion, but for someone with an inflamed gut, it can feel like rubbing sandpaper on a fresh wound. That’s how Davida Syne, a gut and hormonal coach, described it in an Instagram post. “For someone with gut issues, eating fibre is like taking sandpaper and rubbing...

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