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Barkha Mathur
Barkha Mathur
Barkha Mathur leads corporate sector and health coverage for the Business Standard website. She reports on business strategy, policy, corporate developments, public health, and health science. Outside work, she enjoys reading research papers, listening to Michael Jackson and hip-hop, and gazing at the night sky.
Barkha Mathur leads corporate sector and health coverage for the Business Standard website. She reports on business strategy, policy, corporate developments, public health, and health science. Outside work, she enjoys reading research papers, listening to Michael Jackson and hip-hop, and gazing at the night sky.
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Supplements can't replace food, sleep or movement: Rujuta Diwekar
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar, on Soha Ali Khan's podcast, said supplements can never replace the basics of health, such as home food, sleep, and daily movement
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At 51, Malaika Arora swears by ghee, home food and daily discipline
From workouts to wellness, Malaika Arora reveals how home food, ghee and discipline keep her energised and glowing even at 51
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Office romance: Can love at work uplift or derail your mental health?
Workplace love can ease stress, boost morale, and even aid productivity-but it may also blur boundaries, fuel gossip, and affect your well-being. Psychiatrists weigh in on how to protect yourself
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From Covid-19 to cancer care: What are mRNA vaccines and how do they work?
mRNA vaccines made headlines during Covid-19, now they could redefine cancer treatment. Here's what Nobel Prize-winning technology is and how it works
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What to do if someone faints: First-aid tips and signs of emergency
From dehydration to stress, fainting has many triggers-doctor shares simple first-aid steps, signs of danger, and prevention tips everyone should know
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Organ donation myths debunked: Experts explain facts that truly save lives
One donor can save up to eight lives, yet myths and misconceptions hold people back. Experts explain why these beliefs are false and how donation truly gives life
Sitting too long? Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon's trainer shares easy hacks
Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon's fitness coach Karan Sawhney calls sitting the new smoking, recommends practical hacks to add movement daily
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Why men are more likely to die from diabetes, hypertension and HIV
A global study shows men have higher death rates from diabetes, hypertension, and HIV/AIDS, largely due to risky lifestyles and lower healthcare use
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People with sensitive personalities more prone to anxiety, depression
New research reveals a strong link between sensitivity and mental health risks like anxiety and depression, but also improves response to care
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Ice or heat: Which therapy to use for different types of pain, injury care
Should you reach for an ice pack or a hot compress? Experts explain how cold and heat therapies work differently and which one is best for your pain or injury
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Grey hair in your 30s and 40s: How to manage and keep it looking great
If greying feels too early, don't ignore it. Dermatologist points to stress, nutritional gaps, and autoimmune conditions as possible causes, and shares tips for healthier hair care
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From stomach paralysis to vision loss: Ozempic faces over $2 bn lawsuits
Ozempic, the viral weight-loss injection, is now in the dock with $2 billion lawsuits as patients allege stomach paralysis, vision loss, and lasting health damage
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Eating French fries often raises diabetes risk, Harvard study warns
A study tracking 200,000 US adults reveals eating French fries three times a week can increase type 2 diabetes risk by 20% while boiled or baked potatoes show no such link when eaten in moderation
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These biomarkers may predict organ failure, death in chronic kidney disease
A new study highlights biomarkers that may predict chronic kidney disease progression, opening new possibilities for targeted care and personalised medicine
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From stress to habits: Why some people walk or talk in their sleep
Stress, fatigue, and erratic schedules can all trigger sleepwalking or sleep talking; doctors explain what happens in your brain and when to worry
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Respiratory viruses like flu, coronavirus may trigger cancer relapse: Study
A new study reveals that respiratory infections like common flu and coronavirus can awaken dormant breast cancer cells in the lungs, raising concerns for survivors
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From poha to yoghurt bowl: Doctor-approved picks for gut-healthy breakfasts
A gastroenterologist lists 8 simple, tasty, and gut-friendly meals that boost energy, focus, and digestion
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15 myths about ageing that could change how you see your future health
From fitness to brain health, a doctor debunked 15 myths about ageing, proving that the choices you make in your 20s and 30s can keep you thriving for decades
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Independence Day: Stretch, stay active, gift yourself freedom from aches
This Independence Day, reclaim your freedom from pain; walk, stretch, and move daily to keep joints strong, posture healthy, and your body full of energy
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This Independence Day, free yourself of stress with these simple techniques
Independence Day: Liberate yourself from daily stress with easy meditation and pranayama practices. Enhance mental clarity, reduce anxiety, and feel energised every day
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