Medical experts emphasise that the nervous system often reveals early and sometimes subtle warning signs long before a full neurological disorder is diagnosed. Recognising these signals can be critical, as they may point to the onset of serious conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, epilepsy, or other neurodegenerative disorders.A recent Instagram post by a practising…
Everyone has wondered at some point if they are “going” often enough. For some, it is a daily routine; for others, it happens every few days. According to a peer-reviewed study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, most healthy adults have between three bowel movements per day and three per week. That wide range…
A diet filled with fiber, whole grains, fresh fruit, vegetables and the right kind of fats, can potentially reverse fatty liver in as less than 60 days. For this, choose foods like legumes, dark leafy greens, whole fruits, and a modest handful of nuts. Swap out refined carbs-bread, white rice, refined flour-for brown rice, whole‑wheat…
It is often said that the Bhagavad Gita has solutions to all life problems, and rightly so. Gita’s wisdom is timeless and it offers powerful lessons on how to stay calm, focused, and righteous even in the toughest times– including difficult workplace situations. Whether it’s dealing with manipulative colleagues, unfair treatment, or ego clashes, Shri…
Biryani, one of South Asia’s most cherished dishes, is synonymous with indulgence and festive dining. Yet, its traditional preparation, laden with ghee, fried onions, and refined rice, makes it highly calorie-dense and unsuitable for frequent consumption among those pursuing weight management. With obesity and metabolic diseases on the rise, nutritionists are revisiting cultural dishes to…
Skin issues like breakouts, new rashes, or itchy spots are typically attributed to diet, hormones or stress. But some worm infections can have skin manifestations. For instance, the condition known as Cutaneous larva migrans (caused by hookworm larvae) produces winding, itchy tracks on the skin. While that’s a more “external” form of migration, even intestinal…
Vitamin D is a hormone primarily produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight, and it is essential for numerous bodily functions. Beyond its well-known role in supporting bone health, vitamin D influences the cardiovascular system by reducing inflammation, regulating blood pressure, and supporting healthy heart muscle function.Low vitamin D levels have long been associated…
Meeting your partner online might lead to less marital happiness, a new study suggests. Researchers found couples who met digitally reported lower satisfaction and less intense love compared to those who met in person. This could be due to choice overload and a focus on immediate attraction over deeper connection. The findings highlight a growing…
Controlling blood sugar is the biggest challenge for someone who’s living with diabetes. Among the many diabetes indicators HbA1c remains a crucial one. HbA1c, or glycated hemoglobin, measures the average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. It reflects how well diabetes is managed in the long term. Higher HbA1c risks are…
Aditi and Karan (names changed) were what people would often call the “perfect couple”– they were both ambitious and successful in their high-paying corporate jobs, went on business trips and fancy dinners, and a had a house of their own in Mumbai suburbs. But behind their polished corporate façade was a marriage that was silently…
