Can women get prostate cancer? Understanding the ‘female prostate’, its function, and the rare risk of Skene’s gland tumours |

Most people learn in biology class that the prostate is unique to men. Yet human anatomy holds a small surprise: at the front wall of the vagina sits a pair of glands, the Skene’s glands, that share many features with the male prostate. They contain the same enzymes (prostate-specific antigen and PSA phosphatase), may swell…

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Why you crave sugar and how to beat it |

Sugar cravings are not a sign of weakness, they’re a biological response shaped by how your brain, hormones, and daily habits interact. Research shows that sugary and high-fat foods trigger the brain’s reward system, releasing dopamine and making you feel good, temporarily. But over time, this pattern rewires your brain to crave more, even when…

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Yoga poses for digestion: Gentle asanas to ease bloating and enhance your gut health after meals |

Feeling bloated or sluggish after a meal? Gentle yoga can offer natural relief. Certain calming postures, when practised 15 to 30 minutes after eating, help stimulate digestive organs, improve circulation, and support gut motility, without straining your body. Unlike intense workouts, these soothing asanas work in harmony with your digestive system, easing gas, acidity, and…

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Brain-damaging tapeworm risk surges in Mumbai amid monsoon flooding and poor sanitation; know its symptoms, prevention tips and other information |

As monsoon rains continue to flood Mumbai, doctors have issued urgent warnings about a growing risk of neurocysticercosis, a serious brain infection caused by the pork tapeworm Taenia solium. This infection spreads mainly through the consumption of undercooked pork or contaminated food and water, risks that intensify during the monsoon season due to poor sanitation,…

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How a humidifier can improve your health, sleep, and home environment as season changes |

Maintaining optimal humidity levels indoors is essential for a healthy and comfortable living environment, especially during colder months or in dry climates. Humidifiers are devices designed to add moisture to the air, improving overall air quality in your home or office. By balancing indoor humidity, humidifiers help combat the effects of dry air, which can…

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