Health

The 5:30 a.m. alarm to hit the spin class. The interminable waits for the ab-crunch machine. The masses of sweating bodies huffing and puffing just feet away, followed by the hurried shower and the wet-haired hustle to the office before the boss arrives. America’s gym habit always involved its share of hassle and expense. And […]

In Ayurveda, there are many procedures and techniques that can help in weight loss. One such technique is Udwartnam which entails the application of a combination of prescribed herbal powder and oil on the entire body. According to practitioners, the therapy helps strengthen the lymphatic system which, in turn, helps reduce fat and strengthen the […]

For a lot of us, tea time is synonymous with not just our regular cuppa but also munchies and snacks including rusks, cookies, and namkeen. However, before reaching out for an extra helping of calorie-laden snacks, it is important to ask yourself if you are really that hungry, or just want it like that? Food […]

While we all obsess over perfect skin and hair, we often miss out on paying attention to our teeth, in turn, ignoring dental health. As much as it’s important to pay regular visits to your dentist, one must also take care of their dental hygiene diligently at home. Ayurvedic expert Dr Dixa Bhavsar took to […]

Like most aspects of our health, immunity, too, isn’t built in a day. It is strengthened over time with the help of a healthy diet and lifestyle. In the last two years, it has become especially essential to take care of our immunity to fight the virus, common cold, and flus. But, it is worth […]

Do you sleep for 7-8 hours but still wake up feeling sore and tired in the morning? Worry not, we’re here to help. A good way to start your day is by doing some simple stretches that will help your body stabilise after waking up. According to ayurvedic practitioner Dr Nitika Kohli, everyone should try […]

Green tea, which is one of the least processed teas made from unoxidised leaves, often finds mention in talks about weight loss. While many restrict it to one or two cups a day, some others even consume up to five cups. But what is the ideal quantity that one should consume for weight loss, among […]

For those who work out, protein supplements are a part of their life. Protein intake may vary from person to person, but a diet is incomplete without it. Medical researchers advise against protein supplements for an average person, because the amount of protein every person requires depends on factors like age, sex, health and activity […]

With the festive season already here, and the pandemic still raging on, many people are preferring at-home makeup and hair care services. Some are also doing it all by themselves. When it comes to colouring the hair, it can become a fashion statement with just the right colour. And it is not necessary that you […]

As the pandemic rages on, people are continuing to focus on their health and well-being. A large aspect of a healthy lifestyle depends on the kind of food you eat, how physically active you are and if you follow a good sleeping pattern. Akshay Modi, the managing director of Modi Naturals Ltd, says people usually […]

As the pandemic rages on, people are continuing to focus on their health and well-being. A large aspect of a healthy lifestyle depends on the kind of food you eat, how physically active you are and if you follow a good sleeping pattern. Akshay Modi, the managing director of Modi Naturals Ltd, says people usually […]

While exercise routine can be flexible and personal, not exercising at all can be detrimental to health. Not only does it help a person to stay physically active and healthy, exercising also ensures their mental well-being which, in the pandemic, has been prioritised. Amol Naikawadi, the joint managing director and preventive healthcare specialist at Indus […]

Monsoons are all about nostalgia, binging on deep-fried snacks and enjoying a hot cuppa. However, a major flipside to this otherwise beautiful season is the havoc it wreaks on the skin. The humidity in the air causes the skin to become greasier which leads to acne, inflammations, or breakouts. So how can one combat this […]

 | New Delhi |  The air quality in the national capital was recorded under the ‘very poor’ category on Sunday, while shallow fog in some areas reduced visibility, affecting the traffic movement. The System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR) said the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital was 324 […]

Diabetes, a chronic metabolic condition that is characterised by high blood-sugar levels, affects around 422 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organisation. However, despite being a common condition today, diabetes continues to have various myths associated with it. From eating certain foods to avoiding many others, people tend to mismanage the disease a […]

Many people think that dieting it all about starving oneself or consuming only bland, boiled food. But is it so? Dietitian Ruchita Batra shared an Instagram post recently listing some of the common diet myths, and how to deal with them. Fact: Milk-based products contain all sorts of nutrients and active compounds, including calcium, vitamin […]

NEW DELHI : The Union health ministry has sent expert teams to nine states and union territories, which are reporting a high number of dengue cases. The expert teams will support the states in public health measures for control and management of the dengue disease. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya during a review meeting on […]

Post menopausal bleeding is defined as any bleeding or spotting that occurs after a year of cessation of menstrual cycles (periods). The normal age of menopause can vary from 40-55 years of age in the Indian population, and is largely dependent on one’s genetic makeup. According to Dr Geeth Monnappa, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Fortis […]