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Winter is also a period when parents are even more particular about their kids’ being in good health. The cold weather, combined with infected germs in the air result in increased clothing as layers are added in a bid to protect the kids from harm. Although clothes are a necessary component when it comes to…
Walking without looking at our feet or reaching for your wallet on the desk, behind these everyday movements, is a subconscious ability. This is a ‘silent’ system that feeds the brain with information about movement and position. The sixth sense or ‘proprioception’ is the driving force behind it. But what is this hidden sense, and…
Winter imposes unique demands on the body. Cold can retard digestion, make skin lackluster, weaken immunity, and increase appetites for heavier foods. Carrot juice is perhaps one of the simplest yet most dynamic additions to the daily diet during this season. Of course, made from fresh winter carrots, it offers a concentrated nutrition product in…
Fatty liver disease is no longer associated exclusively with alcohol. This condition is often dismissed as fatigue or tiredness as it develops quietly. But in some cases the ‘silence’ turns into something dangerous. A real-life incident was shared by Delhi-based surgeon Dr. Obaid Rahman, about a young woman whose undiagnosed severe NAFLD forced her to…
Earlier it was believed that to keep heart health in check, walking 10k steps was a non-negotiable. This year, the hyped benchmark of walking 10,000 steps was widely challenged by many health experts. In fact, in the middle of the year, a study published in The Lancet found that those who walked around 7000 daily…
What if the air we breathe to live shortens our lifespan? Air pollution is no longer an environmental concern, it has now become a health crisis and a major threat to vitality. According to 2019 data from the World Health Organisation, outdoor air pollution was estimated to cause 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide. WHO notes…
A toddler’s pure delight upon receiving a banana as a Christmas gift has captivated the internet. The viral video showcases the child’s unadulterated joy, reminding viewers that simple pleasures often bring the greatest happiness. This heartwarming moment highlights the importance of gratitude and finding joy in humble gifts, regardless of their monetary value. When it…
Moringa oleifera has, for centuries, been a humble participant in traditional cuisine in various parts of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Its leaves, in some parts, have been eaten raw, cooked, or dried in a domestic setting, largely valued for their high nutritional value rather than flavour. In more recent years, moringa has moved…
A healthy 40-year-old woman experienced sudden vision loss in one eye after heavy vaping. Doctors linked the incident to her four-year vaping habit, highlighting potential risks like retinal artery spasm and reduced blood flow to the optic nerve. This case serves as a stark warning that vaping can lead to severe eye issues, even in…
The human digestive system is a finely balanced network, yet even minor disruptions can lead to conditions that affect daily life. Gastroparesis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are two such disorders that, while distinct in origin, can cause similar digestive discomfort and impact well-being. Gastroparesis occurs when the stomach empties more slowly than normal, leading…
