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Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions across the world. When one is diabetic, the body either is unable to produce insulin, or has trouble processing it in the right manner. Diabetes can be genetic, but is also largely based on lifestyle factors such as obesity, poor diet, High Blood Pressure etc,. The good…
Circulation issues are common, especially in the elderly. With time, the blood circulation, that is important even for the brain to function in optimal capacity, slow down or becomes sluggish. Poor circulation makes a person more prone to high blood pressure and blood clots, both important causes of stroke. Warm foot baths make the blood…
When it comes to gut health, one of the most important, and also overlooked, is gut transit time. This factor determines how long food takes to travel through the digestive tract. Although there are clinical methods to measure transit time, there’s an intriguing and surprisingly simple home method that can work like a speedometer for…
If you have ever opened your fridge and been met with a mix of odd smells or limp vegetables, you are not alone. Most households battle with fridge odours, wilted herbs and berries that seem to spoil overnight. What may surprise you is that one of the simplest solutions costs almost nothing and is sitting…
Microplastics are pervasive, found even within our bodies. Physician Dr. William Li reveals a simple kitchen solution: dietary fibre. Research indicates fibre binds to microplastics in the gut, preventing absorption and aiding their removal. Incorporating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can bolster your body’s natural defenses against these harmful particles. Microplastics are everywhere — in…
An ER doctor warns that skipping exercise in your 30s and 40s can lead to severe consequences. A sedentary lifestyle can cause osteoporosis, making bones fragile. One patient’s femur snapped in half while simply standing up, highlighting the critical need for consistent physical activity to maintain bone and muscle strength for future resilience. Are you…
When Taylor Brown posted a video of her 99-year-old grandmother, Bernie, it quickly captured hearts online. In the clip, Bernie, who turns 100 in February, can be seen cheerfully explaining how she still mops her floors on her knees, just like her mother once did. She lives independently, cooks her meals, keeps her home spotless,…
As air pollution continues to intensify across India, respiratory health has emerged as a pressing national concern. The thick winter smog that blankets Delhi, Lucknow, and other major cities each year leaves air quality indices oscillating between “very poor” and “severe.” Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen oxides infiltrate deep into the lungs, triggering cough,…
Boost Your Immunity This Winter Amid Smog: 5 Nutritional Swaps to Combat Air Pollution When winter settles in, the chill in the air often comes with a less-welcome guest — rising air pollution. As smog levels peak, so do allergies, coughs, sinus infections and a constant sense of fatigue. While air purifiers and indoor plants…
Runners, listen up. A new study reveals a simple change can prevent injuries. Getting enough sleep is crucial. Researchers found poor sleepers are almost twice as likely to get hurt. Prioritise rest, aiming for seven to nine hours nightly. Good sleep is as vital as training for injury prevention. Make sleep a performance priority. If…
