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Navratri fasting done right: Foods to eat, avoid and balance for energy

Fasting during Navratri can reset the body and mind, but poor food choices may undo benefits. Doctors explain how to fast mindfully, stay nourished, and keep energy levels up

Navratri fasting done right: Foods to eat, avoid and balance for energy
Updated On : 30 Sep 2025 | 4:07 PM IST

Zomato launches Healthy Mode feature, rates dishes on nutritional value

Zomato's new Healthy Mode feature assigns scores to meals based on nutrition, using AI and restaurant data to help users pick healthier options across categories

Zomato launches Healthy Mode feature, rates dishes on nutritional value
Updated On : 29 Sep 2025 | 2:34 PM IST

Constant colds, hair loss, slow healing? Zinc deficiency may be to blame

Doctors say overlooked zinc deficiency could be fuelling tiredness, slow wound repair, and poor child health, but awareness is the first step.

Constant colds, hair loss, slow healing? Zinc deficiency may be to blame
Updated On : 26 Sep 2025 | 1:11 PM IST

Tired, bruising easily, bleeding gums? It could be vitamin C deficiency

Subtle symptoms like fatigue, slow wound healing and gum issues may signal low vitamin C. Doctors say testing and prevention are key to stronger immunity and health

Tired, bruising easily, bleeding gums? It could be vitamin C deficiency
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 2:43 PM IST

Vitamin E deficiency is sneaky, here's how it silently harms you

From numbness and fatigue to immune risks and nerve damage, vitamin E deficiency is more common than we think - and easier to miss

Vitamin E deficiency is sneaky, here's how it silently harms you
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 6:48 PM IST

Vitamin A deficiency: What It means for your vision and immune system

From childhood blindness to weakened immunity, vitamin A deficiency continues to affect vulnerable populations worldwide. Early action through diet and supplements can prevent lasting damage

Vitamin A deficiency: What It means for your vision and immune system
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 5:45 PM IST

Can eating veggies before carbs improve health? Meal sequencing explained

A simple change in the order of eating food can boost satiety, support metabolic health, and lower post-meal sugar spikes

Can eating veggies before carbs improve health? Meal sequencing explained
Updated On : 12 Sep 2025 | 12:51 PM IST

Rainbow diet: How colours on your plate can help improve your health

From leafy greens to vibrant berries, learn how a spectrum of colourful foods supports immunity, heart health, brain function, and overall nutrition

Rainbow diet: How colours on your plate can help improve your health
Updated On : 09 Sep 2025 | 4:09 PM IST

From curd to kimchi: How fermented foods support a healthier you

Fermented foods enhance gut bacteria, aid digestion, and strengthen immunity, offering everyday benefits rooted in culture and backed by science

From curd to kimchi: How fermented foods support a healthier you
Updated On : 09 Sep 2025 | 10:10 AM IST

Ghee coffee trend: Soha Ali Khan's honest take after health podcast

After hearing Malaika Arora and Rujuta Diwekar call ghee a superfood, Soha Ali Khan experimented with ghee coffee. But does the drink live up to its buzz? Here's a look at benefits and possible risks

Ghee coffee trend: Soha Ali Khan's honest take after health podcast
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 2:23 PM IST

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

Grey hair in your 30s and 40s: How to manage and keep it looking great
Updated On : 20 Aug 2025 | 9:22 AM IST

Tracing the truth in the pink salt craze: Healthy alternative or just hype?

Many believe pink salt is healthier than white salt, but experts warn it's no magic fix -especially if you rely on salt for your iodine intake. But it contain traces of iron, calcium, and magnesium

Tracing the truth in the pink salt craze: Healthy alternative or just hype?
Updated On : 15 Jul 2025 | 7:35 PM IST

Is skipping breakfast hurting your health? Experts explain the science

Skipping breakfast could be hurting more than just your energy levels as experts explain how a balanced morning meal supports the body, brain and hormones

Is skipping breakfast hurting your health? Experts explain the science
Updated On : 27 May 2025 | 11:30 AM IST

Not hunger, but mood: Why stress and sadness trigger junk food cravings

A new study links ultra-processed food intake to emotional distress, showing how stress, sadness, and anxiety-not hunger-are driving junk food consumption globally

Not hunger, but mood: Why stress and sadness trigger junk food cravings
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 12:57 PM IST

What Indian women should really eat: 16 diet myths busted by experts

From ghee and rice to protein and detoxes, experts debunk common diet myths that often mislead Indian women about weight loss, hormones, and health

What Indian women should really eat: 16 diet myths busted by experts
Updated On : 09 May 2025 | 10:56 AM IST

Swiggy launches Pyng, a new app to connect users with professionals

This marks Swiggy's entry into the growing market of professional services. As of now, Pyng is available to users in Bengaluru

Swiggy launches Pyng, a new app to connect users with professionals
Updated On : 15 Apr 2025 | 1:58 PM IST

Tracking dietary diversity: Time to turn our attention to quality of food

Policies related to food and nutrition security will need to broaden their scope from cereal security to healthy diets

Tracking dietary diversity: Time to turn our attention to quality of food
Updated On : 17 Mar 2025 | 11:11 PM IST

Healthcare professionals moving abroad for better careers and lifestyle

Many Indian doctors also find more chances to grow in their careers and get better recognition for their work abroad

Healthcare professionals moving abroad for better careers and lifestyle
Updated On : 13 Mar 2025 | 7:46 PM IST

Life-threatening air quality in Delhi-NCR: What can citizens, govt do now?

As per experts, air pollution has far-reaching effects on various organs in the body. For the lungs, it can lead to conditions like allergic rhinitis, asthma, COPD, as well as lung cancer

Life-threatening air quality in Delhi-NCR: What can citizens, govt do now?
Updated On : 18 Nov 2024 | 4:06 PM IST

Parliamentary standing committee pitches for ramping up medical seats

Panel report recommends faculty development programs, institute for training medical teachers

Parliamentary standing committee pitches for ramping up medical seats
Updated On : 13 Feb 2024 | 12:02 AM IST