Sawan 2025: Benefits of Sattvic diet during Shravan and what to eat in your fasting diet

Sawan 2025: Benefits of Sattvic diet during Shravan and what to eat in your fasting diet

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:14:19 IST

During Shravan, a sacred Hindu month, many devotees embrace the sattvic diet for spiritual and physical purification. This diet emphasizes fresh, plant-based foods, avoiding meat, processed items, and excessive spices. Benefits include improved heart health, balanced blood sugar, better digestion, reduced inflammation, and enhanced mental clarity.

Top gastroenterologist explains why magnesium is crucial for liver health

Top gastroenterologist explains why magnesium is crucial for liver health

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:00:00 IST

A top US gastroenterologist highlights magnesium's vital role in liver health, acting as a shield against oxidative damage and inflammation, key factors in diseases like NAFLD. Magnesium deficiency can increase liver fat accumulation and disrupt insulin function.

Frequent urination a warning sign of diabetes: Here's what you need to know

Frequent urination a warning sign of diabetes: Here's what you need to know

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:40:03 IST

Frequent urination, or polyuria, is a common diabetes symptom caused by high blood sugar levels, prompting the kidneys to remove excess sugar through urine. This leads to increased urine production, dehydration, and potential kidney damage. Recognizing polyuria and associated symptoms like thirst and fatigue is crucial for early diagnosis and effective diabetes management through diet, exercise, and medication.

Do IVF babies have more health risks? What science really says

Do IVF babies have more health risks? What science really says

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:15:22 IST

IVF is a safe and effective option for couples facing difficulties in conceiving, with advancements minimizing risks like premature birth through single embryo transfer and genetic screening. The process itself doesn't alter genes, but allows for pre-implantation diagnosis to reduce genetic disorder transmission. Neonatal health is linked to parental health, emphasizing the importance of preconception care for a healthy baby.

7 common mistakes that could alter Blood Pressure reading

7 common mistakes that could alter Blood Pressure reading

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:00:00 IST

High blood pressure, affecting nearly 1.28 billion adults globally, often goes unnoticed, posing risks of heart disease and stroke. Accurate measurement is crucial, yet errors like using ill-fitting cuffs, talking during readings, or having a full bladder can skew results. Incorrect arm positioning, crossed legs, unsupported back and feet, and improper timing also contribute to inaccurate readings.

The four fruits that cut cholestrol (and make the heart stronger)

The four fruits that cut cholestrol (and make the heart stronger)

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:01:56 IST

The nutritional content of fruits includes fiber, together with vitamins and antioxidants, which work to support cardiovascular well-being. The soluble fiber content in fruits, serves as the primary factor that helps reduce cholesterol levels. Soluble fiber within the digestive system binds to the cholestrol, and helps get rid of it from the body. Here are 4 such fruits

Top brain specialist says THIS is the best snack to boost brain function

Top brain specialist says THIS is the best snack to boost brain function

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:00:00 IST

Dr. Clint Steele suggests hard-boiled eggs as a brain-boosting snack, rich in L-tyrosine for focus and stress reduction. Eggs are packed with essential nutrients like choline, vitamins B6, B9, B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, supporting memory, preventing cognitive decline, and enhancing overall brain function. Regular consumption, around 4-6 eggs weekly, can improve cognitive health.

Parveen Babi's ex-boyfriend Kabir Bedi urged her to seek help for 'mental health': Here's what it means, types of mental health disorders, signs, and treatment

Parveen Babi's ex-boyfriend Kabir Bedi urged her to seek help for 'mental health': Here's what it means, types of mental health disorders, signs, and treatment

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:42:12 IST

Kabir Bedi's reflection on Parveen Babi's struggle highlights the critical need to address mental health. The article explores various mental health disorders, including mood and anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and trauma-related conditions. It emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, treatment options like therapy and medication, and dispels common myths surrounding mental illness, offering hope for recovery.

No health warnings issued on samosas and jalebis

No health warnings issued on samosas and jalebis

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:36:58 IST

India's Ministry of Health directed central institutions to display 'oil and sugar boards' to raise awareness about hidden fats and sugars in common foods. This initiative aims to promote healthier lifestyles and combat obesity and non-communicable diseases.

Doctor shares reason why heart attacks have become so common in people under 40

Doctor shares reason why heart attacks have become so common in people under 40

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:59:16 IST

A recent US Senate hearing featuring Dr Peter McCullough revealed a concerning trend of rising heart attacks among young adults. The heart doesn’t send warnings with a megaphone. Often, it whispers. And in this time of shifting health patterns, those whispers are coming from the young. What matters now is not just reacting, but truly listening.

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