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Barkha Mathur

Barkha Mathur

Barkha Mathur

Barkha Mathur leads health coverage for the Business Standard website. She reports on the intersection of medicine, policy, and health science, with a focus on stories that impact readers’ physical and mental well-being. When not tracking the latest developments in health, she’s often reading medical research or listening to hip-hop.

Barkha Mathur leads health coverage for the Business Standard website. She reports on the intersection of medicine, policy, and health science, with a focus on stories that impact readers’ physical and mental well-being. When not tracking the latest developments in health, she’s often reading medical research or listening to hip-hop.

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Diet, workout, mindset that keep 'Coolie' star Rajinikanth energetic at 74

Coolie Star Rajinikanth Fitness Mantra : At 74, Rajinikanth's energy defies age. Thalaiva's lifestyle shows how discipline and simplicity can keep you fit, energetic and ageless

Diet, workout, mindset that keep 'Coolie' star Rajinikanth energetic at 74
Updated On : 14 Aug 2025 | 11:41 AM IST

From ICU to new life: Tracing the journey of a donated organ in India

From confirming brain death to racing against the clock, here's how India's doctors, labs, and Notto work together to deliver a donated organ and save lives

From ICU to new life: Tracing the journey of a donated organ in India
Updated On : 13 Aug 2025 | 11:35 AM IST

Brain death explained: The hardest 'yes' and a window for organ donation

Brain death is the only moment when deceased organ donation can give others a second chance at life. Understanding it helps families say 'yes' when it matters most

Brain death explained: The hardest 'yes' and a window for organ donation
Updated On : 13 Aug 2025 | 10:42 AM IST

From fear to heart failure: Stalked women face 40% higher heart health risk

A 20-year Harvard-led study finds experiencing stalking and obtaining restraining orders linked to sharply higher heart disease and stroke risk in women

From fear to heart failure: Stalked women face 40% higher heart health risk
Updated On : 12 Aug 2025 | 5:35 PM IST

ChatGPT can't be your therapist anymore, here's what has changed and why

Curious why ChatGPT is no longer your go-to confidant? OpenAI now limits emotional advice, pushing users toward real-world support. Know what has changed

ChatGPT can't be your therapist anymore, here's what has changed and why
Updated On : 12 Aug 2025 | 12:01 PM IST

Cannabis addiction triples oral cancer risk in just five years, study finds

A new California study reveals that cannabis use disorder is linked to a threefold rise in oral cancer risk, challenging the belief that marijuana is a 'safe' drug

Cannabis addiction triples oral cancer risk in just five years, study finds
Updated On : 11 Aug 2025 | 6:02 PM IST

Cult Fit co-founder's realistic weight loss lessons for lasting results

From better sleep to mindful hydration, Cult Fit co-founder Rishabh Telang shares six simple, science-backed weight loss tips that fit into real life, no crash diets required

Cult Fit co-founder's realistic weight loss lessons for lasting results
Updated On : 11 Aug 2025 | 5:56 PM IST

ChatGPT salt swap advice lands man in hospital with bromide poisoning

A new case warns that relying on AI for diet advice can be dangerous, as a man replaced salt with sodium bromide and developed life-threatening toxicity

ChatGPT salt swap advice lands man in hospital with bromide poisoning
Updated On : 11 Aug 2025 | 1:25 PM IST

From dandruff to diet, here are 16 myths about balding in men, women busted

Hair loss often triggers confusion and panic. This week, we dispel 16 myths about balding in men and women

From dandruff to diet, here are 16 myths about balding in men, women busted
Updated On : 08 Aug 2025 | 10:34 AM IST

Fluoride or not? Dentists reveal how to choose the right toothpaste

Fluoride-free toothpaste sounds clean and natural, but dentists say it may not be enough to protect your teeth from decay and long-term damage

Fluoride or not? Dentists reveal how to choose the right toothpaste
Updated On : 07 Aug 2025 | 9:13 AM IST

This is why dermatologists want you to stop wearing nail polish daily

Constant nail polish use may hide early signs of anaemia, diabetes or even cancer

This is why dermatologists want you to stop wearing nail polish daily
Updated On : 06 Aug 2025 | 9:32 AM IST

Silent heart attacks: No chest pain, no warning and hidden danger

You could be having a heart attack and feel fine-experts explain how to spot the signs of a silent heart attack before it quietly causes lasting damage

Silent heart attacks: No chest pain, no warning and hidden danger
Updated On : 05 Aug 2025 | 9:32 AM IST

Matcha tea: Is it really healthy or just another overhyped wellness fad?

From fatigue and focus to mood and metabolism, matcha is trending-but here's what doctors want you to know before making it part of your daily health ritual

Matcha tea: Is it really healthy or just another overhyped wellness fad?
Updated On : 04 Aug 2025 | 10:04 AM IST

Can juice fast really detox your body? Here's what doctors want you to know

Fact-check Friday: Juice cleanses promise detox, weight loss, and instant energy, but are they truly effective or just hyped-up health myths?

Can juice fast really detox your body? Here's what doctors want you to know
Updated On : 01 Aug 2025 | 11:00 AM IST

The real reason flights make your ears pop: Doctor explains how to stop it

Ever wonder why your ears feel weird on planes? A doctor breaks it down, and shares quick fixes that actually work

The real reason flights make your ears pop: Doctor explains how to stop it
Updated On : 31 Jul 2025 | 11:25 AM IST

From racing thoughts to restlessness, how to deal with sleep anxiety

If you dread going to bed or lie awake worrying about sleep quality, you may have sleep anxiety-experts explain what it is, what causes it, and how to treat it

From racing thoughts to restlessness, how to deal with sleep anxiety
Updated On : 30 Jul 2025 | 8:26 AM IST

Gut feelings are real: How mental health impacts your digestive well-being

From constant bloating to IBS flare-ups, your gut may be reacting to mental stress-doctors explain how to restore balance from the inside out

Gut feelings are real: How mental health impacts your digestive well-being
Updated On : 29 Jul 2025 | 10:58 AM IST

What is a double heart attack and why the second one is often more fatal

A rare fatal case involving a 9-year-old has renewed attention on recurrent heart attacks, which are increasingly seen among younger adults with unmanaged lifestyle risks

What is a double heart attack and why the second one is often more fatal
Updated On : 28 Jul 2025 | 2:38 PM IST

Your brain might have aged faster during the pandemic, even without Covid-19

A new study finds the Covid-19 pandemic accelerated brain ageing in healthy adults by over five months, raising fresh alarms about stress, inequality, and mental health

Your brain might have aged faster during the pandemic, even without Covid-19
Updated On : 25 Jul 2025 | 1:15 PM IST

From oily skin to overnight fixes, dermatologist busts 14 skincare myths

From oily skin myths to DIY disasters, this Fact-check Friday, we bust 14 popular beliefs your skincare routine doesn't need

From oily skin to overnight fixes, dermatologist busts 14 skincare myths
Updated On : 25 Jul 2025 | 10:55 AM IST