Good news from Himachal Pradesh! The beautiful hill state of Himachal Pradesh has been declared a ‘Fully Literate State’, adding another feather to its cap! The state is already renowned for its stunning snow-covered peaks, apple orchards, and pretty valleys. But achieving a literacy rate of 99.3% is simply an outstanding achievement. Now Himachal is…
Most people think leg pain is a natural sign of aging. It is easy to dismiss that agonizing cramping feeling on a walk if it goes away with rest. But experts warn that these are signs that something more ominous is going on in your arteries.Dr. Sumit Kapadia, one of the finest vascular and endovascular…
Constipation is a common digestive issue that can make bowel movements uncomfortable and irregular. While medications and laxatives are often used for relief, yoga provides a natural and sustainable approach to improving digestion and bowel health. The study ‘Yoga as an adjunct therapy in elderly patients of chronic constipation‘ shows that certain yoga postures, breathing…
Kate McKinnon, the ‘Saturday Night Live’ star, recently shared her diagnosis of Geographic Tongue, a harmless inflammatory condition affecting the tongue’s surface. This condition creates reddish patches resembling land masses, though often painless, can cause discomfort with certain foods. While treatment isn’t always necessary, consulting a doctor is advised for symptomatic relief. Kate McKinnon, the…
Pumpkin seeds may be tiny, but they are packed with nutrients that can have a huge impact on our bodies. Whether added to a salad, combined with oats and yogurt or simply devoured as a snack, these humble seeds are a means of nourishing our bodies every day.Dr. Pal Manickam, who is famous for his…
For decades, we have heard that excessive drinking creates liver disease that is mostly irreversible. However, the exact mechanisms through which alcohol accelerates liver damage remained unclear to scientists, that is till now. However, a 2025 research study discovered a fresh gut–liver pathway, which explains how chronic alcohol consumption damages liver tissue.A new findThe research…
Waking up to a puffy face on an important day is not what dreams are made of, but have you ever wondered what could be the reason behind this? No, it’s not just an inconvenience, it could be a hint of what’s happening in your body. While many factors, such as lack of sleep, dehydration,…
Everyone knows water is essential, but have you ever thought about the timing of your sips? Ayurveda, India’s ancient medical system, places a big emphasis on when you drink water, not just how much. It recommends key moments during the day, like first thing in the morning, before meals, and before bedtime, to ensure digestion,…
Dr. Wolfson explains that heart health and overall wellness, depend on proper fat consumption because fat serves as an essential nutrient. The consumption of extremely low-fat diets results in higher consumption of refined carbohydrates and sugars, which create negative effects on heart health. He recommends patients to eat healthy fats from avocados, nuts, fish, pasture-raised…
Globally, millions suffer from stroke and dementia, often leading to impaired quality of life. High blood pressure, a silent killer, significantly contributes to these conditions, affecting over a billion adults worldwide, with many unaware of their condition. Over 7 million people die from stroke every year, globally. Another global health concern, dementia, was reported in…
