New Delhi: Vikram Pagaria, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) Director, National Health Authority (NHA), informed that technology is essential to achieving Universal health coverage in India. He was speaking at the Regional Open Digital Health Summit 2025 in the national capital. The three-day event brought together leaders from government departments and experts from international organisations...
Category: Health
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‘This is what you need to enhance your vision…’: Bhagyashree hails the benefits of amarphal
Winter is here, and so is the time to indulge in seasonal offerings. From fruits to vegetables, the colder months offer a world of fresh produce and its benefits, and the recent instalment of actor Bhagyashree’s ‘Tuesday Tips with B’ series explores the benefits of ‘amarphal’ or persimmon, a citrus fruit staple to Indian winter...
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Gastroenterologist suggests top non-vegetarian, low-calorie protein sources for muscle gain
If you wish to meet your nutritional requirements without compromising on weight loss goals, gastroenterologist Dr Pal Manickam recently shared 5 non-vegetarian low-calorie protein options that can help accelerate muscle growth without adding to your weight. In an Instagram reel, he shared that white fish like tilapia, codfish, pomfret, and mackerel are rich in omega-3,...
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‘Try it tonight and thank me later’: Alaya F swears by this nighttime drink to ‘detox, de-bloat and digest’
Alaya F is big on health and wellness, always trying out DIY recipes rooted in tradition. The actor often takes to Instagram to share her experiments – whether it’s a cucumber, mint and lemon concoction for detoxification, or a blueberry protein oatmeal bowl for a power-packed start to the day. In her latest upload, the...
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What do these 8 sleep behaviours reveal about your nervous system?
Do you wake up exhausted even after 8 hours of sleep? Or wake up sweating, tossing, turning, or craving sugar the next morning? Digital creator and nutritionist Nupur Patil says the culprit is not “just stress”, but that your cortisol and circadian rhythm are completely out of sync. “When your body stays stuck in fight...
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Calcium tablets vs ragi: Which is a better addition to your menopausal diet?
Long before supplements and lab-made formulas, India relied on ragi, a humble grain that helped build strong bones, steady minds, and grounded generations. Rich in calcium, iron, amino acids, and a source of slow energy, today ragi is a popular superfood that nourishes both the body and soil. Ragi also contains fibre, potassium, zinc, and...
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This is what doctors carry in their (gut friendly) tiffin
Ever wondered what doctors like to carry in their lunch boxes? “Must be something healthy!” is the first thought that comes to most of our minds, and we aren’t too wrong. General Physician Dr Amit Lala Khomane took to Instagram to ask dermatologist Dr Supriya Deshmukh what she carries in her tiffin to maintain skin...
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Women visits doctor for eye problem, finds out her kidneys are failing: ‘Within days, my entire world flipped…’
Sometimes, the body sends warning signals in the most surprising ways. For one woman, what began as a minor issue with her eyes led to a life-changing diagnosis of kidney failure. She shared her story online, writing, “The one thing I have learned is to never ask the universe, ‘What’s the worst that could happen?’...
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‘If I hadn’t faced the bullying…’: Fatima Bosch, Miss Universe 2025, was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD at age 6
Fatima Bosch won the 74th Miss Universe title earlier today, bringing glory to Mexico after five long years. Despite finding herself in the middle of controversy this season, Fatima Bosch managed to defeat over 100 other countries to bag the crown. Hailing from the humble town of Villahermosa in Tabasco, Mexico, she is not just...
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Pharmacogenomics: reading genes to tailor prescriptions for individuals
The old medical advice to “start low and go slow” reflects a fundamental challenge in healthcare: the same drug at the same dose can heal one patient while harming another. For decades, physicians have prescribed medications based on population averages, essentially conducting a trial-and-error experiment with each patient. Today, pharmacogenomics is rewriting this script by...
