There are tea lovers, and then there are coffeeholics. The age-old debate between black tea and black coffee continues to brew, dividing households, offices, and cafés. While both are cherished morning rituals for millions, which of the two is truly better for your health?Suman Agarwal, an Oxford-certified nutritionist and qualified fitness expert who works with…
Dr Saurabh Sethi—a gastroenterologist trained at Harvard University and Stanford University—ranks ten widely used sweeteners based on their impact on gut health and general wellbeing. Source link
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers have created the first comprehensive genetic resource to identify people at risk of dangerously high cholesterol and heart disease, even if their cholesterol levels appear normal. The international study, led by scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, mapped more than 17,000 genetic variants of the LDL…
For decades, spinal cord injuries (SCI) have represented one of medicine’s most devastating and irreversible conditions, often leaving patients paralysed for life. Now, a breakthrough study by researchers at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) is offering new hope. Using advanced bioinformatics tools, the team has identified an existing drug, Thiorphan, that shows remarkable…
Think fast, this is a quick visual challenge. The headline says only 1% spot the hidden face in 7 seconds.Optical illusions play with expectations. The brain looks for familiar patterns like eyes, a nose and a mouth. When an image hides those features in plain sight, many people miss them. The eyes focus on obvious…
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death globally. Many of the patients who suffer heart attacks or strokes share common modifiable risk factors. In a recent Instagram post, Dr. Jeremy London, a renowned cardiovascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience, shared an observation drawn from decades in the operating room. Dr. London shared…
Endometrial cancer, also known as uterine cancer, is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system. It begins in the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. While it usually affects women after menopause, it can also occur in younger women, particularly those with hormonal imbalances or obesity. Early detection plays a crucial role…
Fatigue, pale skin, dizziness, shortness of breath, brittle nails, and frequent headaches are common signs of low iron levels. In children, it may cause delayed growth, poor concentration, and recurrent infections are among the common symptoms of iron deficiency. Actionable steps to overcome iron deficiency: Improve dietary iron intake: Include iron-rich foods: e.g., red meat,…
Hospitals are often where the most crucial moments of life unfold, from first breaths to life-saving recoveries. Behind every door lies a story of science, skill, and human care. Yet, in a world with more than 2 lakh hospitals spread across continents, finding the ones that set global benchmarks in excellence can be daunting.That’s where…
Most of us through middle back pain at some point in our lives – for women, it could be during menstruation, pregnancy or hormonal shifts, and for men (and women at other times) it could be due to obesity, poor posture, sitting too long, sleeping wrong, a back injury etc. Even though most back pain…
