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Photo credit: X/@Bloomsbury_News Baek Se-hee, author of the popular self-help memoir I Want to Die But I Want to Eat Tteokbokki, has died at the age of 35.Baek donated her heart, lungs, liver and both kidneys, saving five lives, BBC reported, citing the Korean organ donation agency.“But her readers will know she touched yet millions…
When it comes to easing chronic constipation, new dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) suggest that some simple additions to your grocery list could make a big difference. The updated recommendations, published in the Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics and Neurogastroenterology & Motility, identify kiwis, rye bread, magnesium supplements, and probiotics as…
Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is vital for overall wellness, particularly for women who juggle multiple daily responsibilities. While fruits and vegetables are commonly emphasised, small yet powerful ingredients like seeds can provide extraordinary health benefits. Dr Jubair Ahmed, a renowned physician from Guwahati, advises that every Indian woman include three essential seeds—flax, pumpkin,…
We’ve all heard the cautionary tales: “Don’t eat apple seeds; they contain poison!” But is there any truth to this claim? Apple seeds do contain a compound called amygdalin, which can release cyanide when metabolized. However, the amount of cyanide produced from consuming a few apple seeds is minimal and unlikely to cause harm. In…
Excess sugar intake is one of the leading contributors to metabolic issues such as fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, and obesity. While reducing sugar is important, recent research highlights another powerful approach: supporting gut health through dietary fibre. A study from the University of California, Irvine, found that inulin, a naturally occurring fibre present in…
Winter brings colder temperatures, dry indoor heating, and low humidity, all of which can leave your skin feeling tight, flaky, and itchy. While using moisturizers and hydrating skincare products can help, the nutrients you consume play an equally vital role in keeping your skin healthy from the inside out. A well-balanced diet packed with vitamins,…
You bring home a fresh fish, ready to fry or curry, and notice a strip of darker flesh running near the spine or along the sides. It looks reddish brown or gray, very different from the flaky white meat you are used to. This is what is commonly called dark muscle in fish. But is…
Every morning begins with a choice, one that may quietly influence how long and how well the brain stays sharp. Breakfast isn’t just the “first meal of the day.” It’s a daily signal to the body about energy, metabolism, and even longevity. Various studies have uncovered that the kind of foods served on the breakfast…
Papaya is one of those tropical fruits that can work wonders for the skin, no matter the season, but especially in winter when the skin needs gentle care. This fruit is packed with enzymes like papain, which acts as a natural exfoliator, removing dead skin cells and revealing fresh, glowing skin underneath. Papaya is rich…
Bloating is a widespread digestive issue that affects millions globally, often manifesting first thing in the morning. Many wake up with a feeling of fullness, heaviness, or discomfort in the abdomen, even after an overnight fast. While occasional bloating is normal, frequent or intense episodes may point to underlying digestive problems such as IBS, constipation,…
