4 min readNew DelhiMay 23, 2026 09:30 AM IST Ayurvedic expert Subhash Goyal recently spoke about the health benefits of moong dal on a podcast, describing it as one of the most complete foods for the body and gut. Sharing his thoughts, Goyal said, “Duniya mei agar koi super food hai, woh hai peeli daal....
Category: Health
Spine surgeon rates sofas for your back: Beanbags score 0, lumbar support gets 10
That soft, sink-in sofa may feel like heaven after a long day, but your spine may strongly disagree. Dr K S Mane, a Karnataka-based spine surgeon, recently rated different types of sofas based on their impact on spinal health, with beanbags at the bottom and sofas with lumbar support as the clear winner. Intrigued, we...
Madhuri Dixit pushed through fatigue during ‘Dola Re Dola’ song shoot; expert weighs in
4 min readNew DelhiMay 22, 2026 07:00 PM IST In demanding professions, one may be expected to work through fatigue, illness, or discomfort, especially when precision is part of the process. However, when factors such as pregnancy enter the equation, the body is already undergoing significant physiological changes that can influence balance, stamina, energy levels,...
Flying with diabetes: 5 crucial mistakes to avoid on your next flight
3 min readNew DelhiMay 22, 2026 05:55 PM IST How can diabetics make their air travel more mindful? If Dr Vijay Negalur, HoD of diabetology at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, is to be believed, air travel disrupts routine. “You may eat at odd hours, sleep poorly, move less, and consume more packaged or sugary foods than...
Not just ringworm: India sees rise in severe, drug-resistant fungal infection
3 min readNew DelhiMay 21, 2026 12:00 PM IST That itchy patch you thought was a routine case of ringworm may not be so routine after all. Dermatologists are flagging a rise in difficult-to-treat fungal skin infections in India caused by Trichophyton indotineae, a newer strain of fungus that spreads easily, causes extensive itching, and...
Diabetes timeline: What happens inside the body in the first 10 years after diagnosis
5 min readNew DelhiMay 21, 2026 06:00 AM IST A diabetes diagnosis often feels like a single moment in time, but its impact unfolds gradually inside the body over the years. What makes this condition particularly complex is that much of the early damage is not immediately visible. While blood sugar levels may fluctuate day...
Before you mix Vitamin D drops with coconut oil, know what internal medicine experts have to say
4 min readNew DelhiMay 20, 2026 11:00 PM IST Fever and seasonal illnesses like colds, coughs, and the flu become commonplace during season changes and fluctuations. But there seems to be a solution. According to registered dietitian Kacie Barnes, who is also a paediatric nutritionist, taking vitamin D drops with water and coconut oil every...
Biohacker Bryan Johnson shares sleep tricks for longevity: ‘Body likes the same things’
4 min readNew DelhiMay 20, 2026 10:00 PM IST American tech entrepreneur and biohacker Bryan Johnson recently shared sleep hacks that he swears by for longevity. “Slow heart – good sleep; Fast heart – Bad sleep. Last meal – Four hours before bed; busy belly = fast heart = bad sleep,” he said. DISCLAIMER: This article...
‘Office Air’ trend explained: Why long work hours leave you tired and dull
“Office air is ruining your makeup”, “office air is making your skin dull,” “office air is making you tired.” If you are an avid social media user, you must have come across this phrase. It is gaining traction online, describing a common belief that spending long hours indoors at work can leave people looking visibly...
Could Metformin lower vitamin B12 levels over time?
3 min readNew DelhiMay 20, 2026 06:00 AM IST Diabetes management is not only about sugar numbers. Long-term care also means monitoring nutrition, nerve health, and overall well-being. Small checks done at the right time can prevent bigger complications later. While Metformin is one of the most prescribed diabetes medicines, could it have side effects...










