We have always known that antibiotics, life-saving drugs in serious infections, affect the composition of our gut microbiome (community of bacteria living in the gut). Now, scientists have found that certain types of antibiotics can be linked to changes that persist in the gut microbiome – and lower its diversity – for as long as...
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‘If you want to never have a sudden heart attack,’ a diabetologist recommends removing ‘these five mistakes from your diet’
4 min readNew DelhiMar 13, 2026 06:00 AM IST Heart disease has become increasingly common in India. According to a 2020 study published in the National Library of Medicine, “Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) strike Indians a decade earlier than the Western population.2 For us Indians, particular causes of concern in CVD are early age of onset,...
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Understanding heart health: How dietary changes may lower long-term risk
4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 13, 2026 03:55 PM IST Heart disease has become increasingly common in India. According to a 2020 study published in the National Library of Medicine, titled Cardiovascular disease in India: A 360 degree overview, “Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) strike Indians a decade earlier than the Western population.2 For us Indians, particular...
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Mini Mathur, 50, reveals why isabgol, magnesium, and vitamin D are her ‘non-negotiable’ supplements: ‘Keep changing it’
3 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 10:00 PM IST Mini Mathur, 50, recently revealed the “non-negotiable” supplements that are a part of her diet and lifestyle. “I take magnesium glycinate at night. It is very good for women to calm their nervous system. In the morning, I take Omega-3. I take isabgol, which is a...
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‘I’ve gotten into the habit of hitting the snooze button over and over again, and it’s negatively impacting my life. How do I overcome this?’
For many of us, mornings begin with the familiar cycle of an alarm ringing, a sleepy hand reaching out, and the snooze button getting tapped again and again. Those “five more minutes” often turn into several rounds of snoozing — leaving us feeling even more tired. Recently, a user on Reddit shared a dilemma that...
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‘It may indicate…’: Doctor explains why one leg being significantly more swollen than the other is a medical emergency you should not ignore
Leg swelling is a common complaint that many people brush off as a temporary issue, a result of standing too long, travelling for hours, or simply feeling tired at the end of the day. In many cases, the swelling may be harmless and resolve on its own. However, persistent or unexplained swelling in the legs...
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Gastroenterologist ranks 10 common breakfast foods by their impact on gut health and energy: ‘Can silently trigger bloating, crashes…’
Breakfast is often described as the most important meal of the day, yet for many people, it is also the most confusing. Your daily choices can influence digestion, energy levels, blood sugar stability, and even mid-day cravings. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, recently evaluated common breakfast foods through...
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‘Shirish loves it when people do that’: When Farah Khan recalled being confused for her husband’s mother, opened up on reclaiming her health at age 50
4 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 06:00 AM IST Last year, director and choreographer Farah Khan reflected on the process of reclaiming her health after years of prioritising work over self-care while sharing her perspective on ageing during an interview with Soha Ali Khan on her YouTube channel. She looked back at how her appearance...
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Cardi B uses oxygen mask after concert in Denver; why altitude sickness is no joke
4 min readNew DelhiMar 11, 2026 10:00 PM IST American rapper Cardi B had a “breathless” moment during her recent concert in Denver, US. The I Like It star used an oxygen mask shortly after wrapping up her performance. Videos of the moment soon went viral, leaving her fans worried. The performance took place in...
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The 1.7% risk: How every lost tooth impacts cognitive longevity
4 min readNew DelhiMar 11, 2026 09:00 PM IST Tooth loss is often regarded as a natural consequence of ageing or poor oral health, but according to a content creator, it may be more than just an oral health issue. Dr Karan Rajan highlighted a key problem associated with tooth loss: a decline in cognitive...
