Health & Wellness: News

15 Aug 2023

Oral Hygiene

What your tongue says about your health

Your tongue helps you speak, chew, swallow, taste, and even rate your foods. And it can tell you about your health too.

15 Aug 2023

Menstruation

Essential guide for menstrual hygiene care

Menstruation, a crucial biological process for women, demands heightened self-care.

15 Aug 2023

Healthy Foods

Top foods to boost your good cholesterol

Our body has two main types of cholesterol: high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), which are often dubbed as "good" and "bad" cholesterol, respectively.

14 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Understanding dysania disorder: Causes, symptoms, and treatment options

Are you someone who is constantly struggling to get out of bed every morning? Then you may be having dysania, a lesser-known sleeping disorder.

14 Aug 2023

Skincare

Your handbook to tattoo removal methods 

Have you ever had a tattoo that seemed like a fantastic idea at the time, but later became a source of regret? The good news is that mistakes don't have to be permanent.

13 Aug 2023

Mental Health

How crying can improve your mental, physical, and emotional health

Crying is a natural response triggered by a range of emotions, including sadness, grief, joy, and frustration.

11 Aug 2023

Healthy Foods

Health benefits of rajgira, a lesser-known Indian superfood

Rajgira, also known as ramdana, is a lesser-known Indian superfood that scores incredibly high on protein.

11 Aug 2023

COVID-19

Anosmia: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options

When the COVID-19 pandemic started, many people realized that not being able to smell or taste things could mean they had caught the virus.

10 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Shingles: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options

If you had chickenpox in your childhood, watch out - the virus that caused it might not be as dormant as you think.

10 Aug 2023

Bollywood

#SareesForRanis: Alia Bhatt, Manish Malhotra put 'RRKPK' sarees on sale

Karan Johar's cinema has defined fashion for decades now. Be it Kareena Kapoor Khan's iconic Poo wardrobe or Alia Bhatt's Rani sarees, the fashion game is always on.

09 Aug 2023

Food

How eating insects could help save the planet

We usually think of animals and plants as our main protein sources, but there's another source that's not so famous yet: insects.

09 Aug 2023

Food

Tired of depending on food delivery apps? Try these tips

Ordering food may seem like a convenient way to satisfy your cravings, but frequent orders might not be practical, both in terms of personal finance and health.

09 Aug 2023

Menstruation

Signs that you have PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age.

Home remedies to detox your liver naturally

The liver performs the important function of removing and purging toxins from the human body.

09 Aug 2023

Technology

First vaccine targeting Epstein-Barr virus yields promising results

Researchers in Australia have made a breakthrough in developing the first-ever vaccine against the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which causes infectious mononucleosis and can lead to cancer and multiple sclerosis.

08 Aug 2023

Food

Caffeine sensitivity: Let's understand this common health issue

Caffeine offers a kick of energy to most people but to some, this stimulant makes them sick.

08 Aug 2023

Research

Binaural beats may weaken cognitive performance, finds study

A recent study suggests that binaural beats, believed to boost cognitive performance, may actually weaken it.

08 Aug 2023

Sandra Bullock

What is ALS, the disease that killed Sandra Bullock's partner

Hollywood actor Sandra Bullock lost her longtime partner Bryan Randall to a disease named Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) on August 5.

08 Aug 2023

Bipasha Basu

Ventricular septal defect: Understanding Bipasha Basu's daughter's diagnosis

Bipasha Basu recently revealed her daughter's health condition during an Instagram Live chat with Neha Dhupia.

08 Aug 2023

COVID-19

Hand sanitizers: Here's how to make them at home

Hand sanitizers have been available in the market for a long time, but their demand surged significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

07 Aug 2023

Food

Here's why you need to have dinner early

Many of us are used to eating dinner later in the evening. But there are several benefits to moving your dinnertime earlier in the day.

07 Aug 2023

Menstruation

Painful periods explained: A comprehensive guide to dysmenorrhea

Dysmenorrhea, also referred to as menstrual cramps or painful periods, is a condition that affects many women around the world.

07 Aug 2023

Fitness and Health

5 reasons why routine health check-ups are important

Many people believe that there is no need for a complete medical check-up if they are in good health. However, that's not entirely true.

07 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Scientists suggest the best exercises to bring down blood pressure

Recent research shows that isometric exercises like planks and wall sits, are highly effective in reducing blood pressure.

07 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Beware of the health consequences of prolonged sitting during work

If your work requires you to stare at your laptop screen for hours daily, then you need to be wary.

07 Aug 2023

Healthy Foods

Conjunctivitis: Foods that foster healing from this eye infection

Conjunctivitis cases continue to surge in India, with loads of cases being reported daily from different parts of the country.

07 Aug 2023

Technology

Man encounters unknown infection after bite from stray cat 

A UK man became the first known person to contract a new bacterial infection after being bitten by a stray cat, as reported in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases.

07 Aug 2023

Tuberculosis

Types of coughs and what they mean

Coughing is a common reflex that helps clear the airways.

Unregulated sex toys are a hidden health hazard: Here's why

Despite concerns from scientists and activists, US and UK regulators are yet to address the potential health risks of sex toys.

05 Aug 2023

Menstruation

Toxic shock syndrome: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

Did you know that certain strains of bacteria could lead to life-threatening conditions? Well, one such condition is toxic shock syndrome or TSS.

04 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Not changing bedsheets regularly? Be mindful of these infections

Sometimes a simple daily task such as changing or dusting off your bedsheets can significantly impact your health

04 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

What happens when you drink too much water

Water, the fundamental element of our existence, keeps us refreshed, rejuvenated, and running like a well-oiled machine.

04 Aug 2023

Food

Avoid these common mistakes when eating fruits

When it comes to fitness and health, fruits are the go-to source of nutrition for almost everyone.

03 Aug 2023

Children

Understanding juvenile arthritis: Symptoms to look out for in children

You are wrong if you thought arthritis occurs only in older adults.

03 Aug 2023

Lifestyle

Have chronic sleep deprivation? Beware of these neurological disorders 

A crucial component of our general health and wellness is sleep, since our bodies and minds go through critical restorative processes when we sleep.

03 Aug 2023

Weight loss

Here is all you need to know about slimming gummies

The prospect of weight loss can often stress people out, as achieving a fit and healthy body takes time. With health and fitness becoming a global priority, many seek simple methods to shed pounds.

03 Aug 2023

Skincare

National Watermelon Day: Skin and hair benefits of the fruit

With an impressive 92% water content and a wealth of minerals, vitamins, and nutrients, watermelon offers more than meets the eye.

02 Aug 2023

Mental Health

What is body-focused repetitive behavior? How to cope

You might be wondering, what in the world are these body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs)?

02 Aug 2023

Exercise

Lower back pain: Quick exercises that can offer relief

Troubled with lower back pain and looking for quick ways to get rid of them? Well, your search ends here.

02 Aug 2023

Bengaluru

Bengaluru: 'Sack of marbles' growing on a woman's scalp removed

In an unusual surgery, doctors in Bengaluru removed a bulging growth from a woman's head that resembled a "sack of marbles."