Doctors often emphasise the need for early treatment to avoid future complications. One such case was shared by gallbladder surgeon Dr Ismail Khan in an Instagram reel, where he noted how a patient ignored small gallstones that did not cause as much pain, and died two months later. “Because his ‘symptoms’ were nothing dramatic —...
Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints. Lucknow-based health and wellness coach Kapil Kanodia broke down the issue into eight clear reasons and explained simple fixes that can help relieve discomfort. Introducing his video in Hindi, he says, “If you experience bloating, then know the eight reasons behind it and their solutions in...
Celebrity makeup artist Namrata Soni has recently reflected on unrealistic beauty standards and how a 10-step skincare routine can’t be sustained in India’s “humid” weather. Speaking to ANI, she shared, “We live in a country where the 10-step skincare routine does not work because we have a lot of humidity. That means, after step one...
Celebrity makeup artist Namrata Soni has recently reflected on unrealistic beauty standards and how a 10-step skincare routine can’t be sustained in India’s “humid” weather. Speaking to ANI, she shared, “We live in a country where the 10-step skincare routine does not work because we have a lot of humidity. That means, after step one...
Dr Ashish Markan, an ophthalmologist, recently shared the case of a young boy who experienced sudden loss of vision in his right eye, “with a presenting visual acuity of 6/18.” “Fundus examination [a test to check for conditions like diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration] revealed a macular injury with disruption of the outer retinal layers,”...
Alia Bhatt is known to be particular about her health — from choosing the right food to working out, her daily routine is a balance of everything. It was quite evident in a recent Instagram video from her fitness instructor, Karan Sawhney, which showed the actor engrossed in a strenuous workout routine that included strength...
Sooji or semolina has long been considered a healthier alternative to maida (all-purpose flour), especially in Indian kitchens. The Indian weight loss diet often includes suji-based dishes like upma, idli, and even desi pancakes. However, Akriti, an engineer-turned-medical student, has recently put the coarse flour in the spotlight by saying that its health benefits are...
The story so far: In 2016, under its National Framework for Malaria Elimination in India (2016-2030), India set an ambitious target to eliminate malaria (zero indigenous cases) by 2030, with an interim milestone of interrupting indigenous transmission across the entire country, including all high-transmission States and Union Territories (UT), by 2027. By the end of...
Vitamin B12 supplements are widely used for fatigue, nerve health, and deficiency-related concerns. However, with our fast-paced lifestyles and breakfast-skipping sprees, many people often pop supplements on an empty stomach. But is it safe? According to Dr Aravinda S N, Lead Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster RV Hospital, vitamin B12 is one of the more...
The new year brings in new beginnings, and if you are on the hunt for a healthy addition to your wellness routine, Soha Ali Khan has you covered. The actor has a New Year’s gift for us all—a morning drink to support gut health and immunity. Taking to Instagram, she shared functional nutritionist Nidhi Behl’s...
