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Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has always been open about his spiritual journey and his decision to embrace Sufism. In a recent conversation, the music legend reflected on his understanding of religion, the role of music, and what drew him towards the Sufi path. “I am a fan of all religions” When asked about his perspective…
For many, making the bed is the first step of the morning routine. Straightening the sheets and fluffing pillows can feel like a satisfying way to start the day. However, Dr Myroslav Figura, an anesthesiologist at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Centre and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Centre, warns that this seemingly harmless habit could actually…
Chai and biscuits may be a comforting start to the day, but health coach Nikita Bardia warns that this common habit could be harming your gut. In an Instagram post, she explained that the first food you eat on an empty stomach has a significant impact on digestion, hormone balance, energy, and even skin health….
Cardiovascular health and mental wellbeing are intricately linked, a connection that has been largely overlooked in conventional medicine. Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, a US-based cardiologist and heart transplant surgeon, recently brought this connection to the forefront in a widely shared Instagram post. Known online as @heart_transplant_doc, he highlighted findings from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)…
Scientists have developed a revolutionary LED light-based cancer therapy that targets tumour cells while leaving healthy tissue unharmed. The treatment uses microscopic tin-based flakes, known as SnOx nanoflakes, which absorb near-infrared LED light and convert it into heat, selectively destroying cancer cells. This approach offers a safer, non-invasive alternative to conventional chemotherapy, which often causes…
Sugar isn’t just empty calories, consuming too much can disrupt fat metabolism and negatively affect cholesterol levels. High intake of added sugars, especially from sodas, sweets, and processed foods, is linked to elevated LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, increased triglycerides, and lower HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Over time, these changes raise the risk of atherosclerosis, heart disease, and…
Fermented foods such as yoghurt, kimchi, kombucha, and sauerkraut are widely recognised for their probiotic benefits and support for gut health. However, many people consume them incorrectly, which can reduce their benefits or even cause digestive discomfort. Harvard and AIIMS gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi recently shared on Instagram seven common mistakes people make when consuming…
MUMBAI: Within a fortnight, Mumbai’s decades-long dream of a seamless underground transit system will come one step closer to reality. When the final leg of the AareyCuffe Parade Metro Line 3, stretching from Acharya Atre Chowk (Worli) to Cuffe Parade, opens this month, ridership on the underground corridor, which currently hovers around 60,000 passengers daily,…
Memory is critical to everyday functioning and affects learning, decision-making, and problem-solving. While some of the most prevalent factors (daily activities) impact our memory and are easily recognizable, some less typical habits can also be responsible for diminished cognitive function. Scientific studies have identified a series of actions that can compromise the brain’s ability to…
