4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 01:00 AM IST An Instagram video featuring obstetrician-gynaecologist Dr Chandni Sehgal discussing early periods in young girls has drawn attention to an important medical concern, precocious puberty. “7 साल की बच्ची को Periods ? इसे Normal समझकर Ignore मत कीजिए ! As gynaecologists, we often emphasise that precocious puberty...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 12:00 AM IST The journey to parenthood is not always straightforward. While conversations around pregnancy and childbirth often focus on happy milestones, many couples experience years of uncertainty, medical challenges, repeated setbacks, and emotional distress before welcoming a child. Television actor couple Gurmeet Choudhary and Debinna Bonnerjee recently reflected...
The “zero gravity” sleep position has become one of the most talked-about wellness trends online. Supporters say it can ease back pain, reduce snoring, improve circulation, and even lead to better sleep. But is it genuinely beneficial, or just another social media fad? According to Dr Harish Chafle, Senior Consultant, Chest Physician, Bronchoscopist, Intensivist and...
Polycystic ovary syndrome aka PCOS has a new name now. She goes by Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Quite a mouthful, huh? According to a recent article published in The Lancet journal, the term PCOS is inaccurate, “implying pathological ovarian cysts, obscuring diverse endocrine and metabolic features”, and contributing to “delayed diagnosis, fragmented care, and stigma”,...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 04:56 PM IST Fitness trainer Ritik Chaudhary recently drew attention online after claiming in an Instagram video that “simple leg exercises for diabetic patients” could help burn “up to 52% blood sugar.” The video showcased a series of lower-body movements to improve glucose control and encourage daily physical activity...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 02:30 PM IST BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a simple calculation based on a person’s height and weight, commonly used to classify people as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. However, Dr Mahesh D M, Senior Consultant – Endocrinology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, like many other medical experts,...
The proportion of foods on our plate plays an important role in maintaining a balanced diet and overall well-being. In a recent X post, Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) – the apex food regulator of India under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — asked a vital question: Do you know...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 06:00 AM IST In a recent Instagram video, Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, explained the neurological and psychological effects of reaching for the phone immediately after waking. He noted, “Morning phone use exposes the brain to notifications, social comparison, information overload, and attention switching...
3 min readNew DelhiJun 2, 2026 10:00 PM IST Mouth ulcers usually heal on their own within a week or two. Which is why many people often ignore them. But when do they become a concern? Responding to a Quora query: ‘My mouth ulcer won’t heal. What should I do?’, Dr Aniket Mule, consultant, internal...
Healthy ageing is often associated with complicated wellness routines, expensive supplements, or extreme lifestyle changes. However, long-term health span may depend more on a few consistent everyday habits than on perfection. In a recent post on X, neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar shared what he described as the “9-Year” Longevity Equation: 3 Daily Targets for Peak...
