Health & Wellness: News

24 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: A few healthy reasons to munch on pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds have been used in medicines for centuries and are an age-old remedy for urinary infections, kidney stones, worm infection etc.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

A few tips to keep your hair damage-free this summer

Summertime calls for not just oodles of SPF on the skin, but it is also the time to amp up your hair care routine.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Some hacks that help to quickly reduce water retention

Water retention or edema is a common condition where our body retains fluid, causing bloating or uneasiness.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Some home remedies to get rid of peeling fingertips

Our hands are often exposed to harsh chemicals from detergents and other household chemicals. This can lead to the skin surrounding the fingertips to peel.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Struggling with belly fat? Following these tips will help

Fat accumulation around the tummy does not just affect those with a higher BMI, but thin people may struggle with it as well.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Healthy reasons to include peas in your diet

Green peas are nutrient-dense, edible legumes that are rich in dietary fiber, starch, antioxidants, and several vitamins.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Some lip-smacking oats recipes that are healthy as well

Oats are rich in fiber and are considered a healthy addition to our regular diets.

22 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

REM sleep: Benefits, tips to sleep better, and more

Rapid Eye Movement sleep or REM sleep is the final stage of dozing off that occurs 90 minutes into the sleep cycle.

21 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Does meditating make you sleepy? These tips will surely help

Meditation is considered one of the most effective ways to relax and align your mind with the body.

21 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Hate almonds? You are missing out on these benefits

Almonds or badam are probably the most popular tree nuts in the world.

21 Aug 2021

Spirituality

#HealthBytes: Five yoga asanas to help relieve joint pain

Joint pains are inevitable in today's lifestyle and they are bound to happen at some point or the other.

20 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Here's why jicama should be your go-to food this summer

Jicama (pronounced hee-kah-ma) is a root vegetable that closely resembles a turnip.

19 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Everything you should know about using a pulse oximeter

As the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, home isolation is being advised for patients who are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.

19 Aug 2021

Spirituality

#HealthBytes: Practice these yoga asanas to achieve perfectly sculpted jawline

We millennials have a reputation for working out almost every other part of the body except the one which is most visible to the world — our face.

19 Aug 2021

Chennai

Chennai surgeon designs 3D printed heart valve

A Chennai-based surgeon has designed and developed a unique prototype of a 3D printed specialized biopolymer heart valve to replace the valves currently made with metal components (mechanical) or animal tissue (bioprosthetic).

18 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Effective tips to boost hair growth on a deadline

Gulped down wonder potions that promise quick hair growth and failed?

18 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Home remedies to get rid of moles on face

Moles are brown or black-colored skin growth that can occur in any part of the body.

16 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Body fat secrets no one told you about

Fad diets and online tutorials have got us to believe that body fat is a villain.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Why you should consume prune juice on daily basis

Prunes are the dried version of European plums.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Lifestyle changes that will help strengthen your heart muscles

Heart diseases are sadly among the leading cause of death worldwide, and several factors like a poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking can increase the risk.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Some natural sweeteners and sugar substitutes you can switch to

Refined sugar brings with it several harmful consequences that can prove detrimental to our health in the long run.

15 Aug 2021

Beauty

Is caffeine shampoo really good for hair? Everything to know

Experts in the haircare industry are always in search of ingredients that help strengthen the hair, promote growth, and prevent premature graying.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: What are the nutritional benefits of edamame beans?

Edamame beans are nothing, but the whole, immature soybeans.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: New to working out? These exercises will boost stamina

Being a newbie to working out can be a daunting experience for those who have been inactive and have no prior experience.

15 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: The different variants of Indian teas and their benefits

Ever wondered how a steaming hot cuppa can boost your health?

13 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

A few effective remedies to get rid of peeling feet

We are on our legs throughout the day and it is obvious that the feet will take a beating in the form of cracked heels, dryness and of course peeling.

13 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Easy calf stretches that you can add to your routine

Adopting indoor workout routines has become a necessity in the pandemic.

13 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Factors to consider before buying a pulse oximeter

With increasing number of COVID-19 cases and many patients being advised home isolation, keeping a stock of essential healthcare devices for emergencies is mandatory.

13 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Box breathing: Here's how you can practice the technique

Box breathing is a highly effective and calming breathing technique that is easy to learn and practice.

13 Aug 2021

Karnataka

As COVID-19 cases surge, Karnataka launches special pediatric camps

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has directed all concerned departments to set up pediatric camps across the state.

12 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

These styling tips can make your hair appear thicker

Tried everything to grow back your thick mane but nothing worked? Does your hair look unhealthy and thin?

12 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: A few important health benefits of black plums

Jamuns or black plums are a favorite among both kids and adults and their versatility allows us to make delicious jams, milkshakes, fruit salads and juices.

11 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

A few delicious smoothies that can help you gain weight

Gaining weight in the right manner (no empty calories) is important to avoid diseases.

11 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Gained weight during pandemic? Tips to manage it

A lifestyle that confines you to the four walls of your home, with limited movement, is bound to add inches to your waistline.

10 Aug 2021

Research

Global eradication of COVID-19 more feasible than polio: Study

The global eradication of COVID-19 is more feasible than it is for polio, but considerably less so than it was for smallpox, according to an analysis published in the journal BMJ Global Health on Tuesday.

10 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Green tea face pack: Benefits, how to prepare at home

Green tea is considered a magic potion by health experts worldwide for its health benefits.

09 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

Feeling bloated all the time? These simple tips may help

Bloating is an uneasy sensation in the stomach caused due to excess gas or disturbances in the digestive system.

08 Aug 2021

Lifestyle

#HealthBytes: Know why drinking turmeric milk is good for you

Golden milk or turmeric milk is a quintessential Indian recipe that has recently been gaining popularity in Western countries.