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Many people are startled to notice their urine turning red or pink after eating beetroot. This harmless change, known as beeturia, occurs when the body fails to break down betanin, the natural pigment in beets fully. While beeturia is usually nothing to worry about, it can occasionally signal underlying issues such as iron deficiency or…
Akshay Kumar’s fitness has become almost as famous as his movies. At an age when many actors scale back on action, he still does high‑impact stunts and maintains a lean, athletic frame year-round. Akshay claims that the real “secret” is not some special supplement or a crash transformation but a lifestyle built on discipline, early…
Insulin resistance happens when your body’s cells stop responding well to insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar. The condition leads to elevated blood sugar levels, fatigue, abdominal weight gain and it raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Lovneet Batra, Nutritionist, reveals the common mistakes we make that increase our…
Bitter greens have played an important role in many cultural dietary traditions, generally used as the first course of a meal. Renowned double board-certified physician Dr. Amy Shah focuses on nutrition, gut health, and women’s wellness; she gives a rundown of the extraordinary benefits of bitter greens such as arugula-especially the wild varieties, for digestion…
Many of us grew up hearing the warning that eating ice cream during a cold will worsen symptoms, thicken mucus and delay recovery. Parents, grandparents and even doctors have repeated this advice for generations, especially in winter. The belief is so widespread that many people avoid cold foods as soon as they feel a sore…
Eating disorders are a prevalent mental health condition affecting millions, with subtle signs often going unnoticed. Psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph highlights key indicators like pushing food around, needing to ‘work off’ meals, rapid eating, and laxative use. Early recognition and medical attention are crucial for individuals struggling with these patterned behaviors around food. What is…
Frequent sugar consumption has become a familiar part of daily life, as sweetened drinks, processed snacks and convenience foods shape modern eating habits. Although many people associate sugar primarily with weight gain or energy crashes, researchers are now examining how blood glucose levels influence tissues that are not usually linked to diet, including the scalp….
You swapped your fries for kale. But was it the right thing to do. Researchers have discovered that pairing kale with oil-based dressings or sauces significantly enhances the body’s absorption of its beneficial nutrients, like carotenoids. This finding challenges common preparation methods, revealing that adding healthy fats, such as olive oil, is key to maximizing…
During winter, maintaining balanced nutrition is particularly relevant due to colder temperatures, reduced sunlight exposure, and shifts in daily activity. Traditional practices in many households encourage consuming soaked raisins, or kishmish, on a daily basis, a habit increasingly supported by modern nutritional science. Soaked raisins are rich in fibre, essential minerals, antioxidants, and natural sugars,…
Protecting cardiovascular health is not just about individual foods but the overall combination eaten at a single meal. When large amounts of salt, sugar, and saturated fat are consumed together, the body faces a sudden metabolic and vascular load that disrupts normal functioning. This combination forces the heart and blood vessels to work harder, alters…
