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Peeling nails, medically known as onychoschizia, is a common concern affecting individuals across different age groups and lifestyles. These split or flaking nails not only impact appearance but can also point to underlying health or environmental factors. A cross-sectional study published on PubMed found that brittle nails, including onychoschizia, were significantly associated with frequent water…
Men’s sperm changes as men get older, and recent research highlights that these changes can affect genetic health in children. A 2025 peer-reviewed study in Nature Communications measured the mutation rate in the male germline by analyzing sequential sperm samples from individuals. The research provides insights into how mutations accumulate over time in sperm cells…..
Malaria is one of the most serious infectious diseases worldwide, caused by protozoan parasites of the Plasmodium genus. Among these, Plasmodium falciparum is the most dangerous species, leading to the most severe cases and the highest mortality, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. The infection is transmitted primarily through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito,…
A recent video from Train No. 16601 has created quite a stir online, and for all the right reasons. It showed catering staff washing used, one-time-use aluminium food foils in the washbasin area of a train coach. What appeared as a routine task exposed a serious lapse in hygiene, forcing the Indian Railway Catering and…
Air-borne pollutants trigger harmful processes through inflammation and oxidative stress in the respiratory system. Peer-reviewed studies suggest that antioxidants can reduce such inflammatory responses and offer a protective effect to the lungs. With air quality worsening in many regions of India post Diwali, the need for precautionary measures has also increased. Air pollution is an…
Considering the stressful and hectic lifestyle most people lead today, many are unable to focus on their diet and regular exercise. This has made certain lifestyle diseases, like high uric acid levels, quite common among people these days. For the unversed, when the body struggles to process uric acid — a waste product from the…
Choosing the perfect name for a baby boy is a delightful yet significant task for parents. Names not only reflect identity but also carry cultural, spiritual, and personal meanings. Here are seven meaningful Indian names starting with the letter “P,” along with their descriptions and meanings. Selecting a name is a meaningful journey, and these…
Fibroids in the uterus are far more common than many realise, yet they remain surrounded by confusion and fear. Many women mistake them for cancer or assume they always require surgery. In reality, most fibroids are harmless, manageable, and sometimes even symptom-free. In an instagram post shared on April 23, 2025, Dr Neema Sharma, a…
The ketogenic diet, or keto diet, has gained global attention for its promise of quick weight loss and better blood sugar control. By eating fewer carbohydrates and increasing fat intake, the body is pushed into a state called ketosis, where fat becomes the main source of energy. While the diet often leads to rapid results…
Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune skin condition where skin cells grow and accumulate rapidly, forming thick, scaly patches. These lesions often cause redness, itching, burning, and cracked skin that may bleed. While medical treatments like corticosteroid creams, vitamin D analogues, coal tar, and UV light therapy are commonly recommended, natural remedies such as essential…
