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Blood in the urine, medically referred to as haematuria, is a symptom that can understandably cause concern. While it is often caused by relatively common and treatable conditions such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, or minor injuries to the urinary tract, it can occasionally signal a more serious underlying condition, including kidney cancer. Kidney…

Cholesterol often gets a bad reputation, but it plays a crucial role in the body. It helps build healthy cells, produces essential hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and aids digestion through bile production. The focus should not be on eliminating cholesterol entirely but on maintaining a healthy balance between its two main types: LDL (low-density…

All about the supplements that actually deliver When it comes to fitness and gym performance, supplements can seriously step up your game, but only if you pick the right ones. Between fancy marketing, shiny tubs, and social media influencers hyping “miracle” powders, it’s hard to know which products are worth your money. Whether you’re in…

This nut was essentially a part of the recovery diet in most Indian homes. Traditionally, it was available raw and unsalted, and a big teaspoon of this nut was given daily to patients who were recovering from weakening ailments. It was probably the ‘home remedy’ or a desi substitute of Vitamin B complex, which is…

The morning meal sets the tone for the rest of the day. Yet, many common breakfast favourites are loaded with butter, sugar, or oil and may silently upset the gut and increase the risk of diseases like diabetes, fatty liver, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr Pal Manickam, a US-based gastroenterologist, has been urging people…

For many people, feeding pigeons is seen as an innocent act of kindness or even a peaceful pastime. However, what appears to be harmless may actually hide serious health risks. Recently, cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle raised concerns on X (formerly Twitter). “Doctors have been shouting from the rooftops about the dangers of inhaling pigeon droppings…

The key difference between the effectiveness of both these practices lies mainly in the timescale over which the benefits appear. Cyclic breathing provides rapid and short-term calming effects as it primarily targets the body’s autonomic nervous system, helping to lower heart rate, reduce respiratory rate, and trigger the parasympathetic response. This makes cyclic breathing particularly…

Gut inflammation is a condition where the lining of the gastrointestinal tract becomes irritated or swollen. When the gut becomes inflamed, some essential functions like immune regulation, nutrient absorption and even mental health can be affected through the gut-brain axis. It can be caused due to dietary, lifestyle, microbial and medical factors. The body, however,…

For the first time, scientists have ranked antidepressants by their physical side effects, revealing significant differences in how these drugs affect weight, blood pressure, and heart rate. The large-scale study, led by researchers at King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) and the University of Oxford, compared 30 commonly prescribed antidepressants across…

As the festive season approaches, everyone wants to look their best while maintaining healthy, radiant skin. But good skin does not come overnight—it requires consistent care backed by science. According to the International Journal of Research in Dermatology, adding clinically proven ingredients to your skincare routine can make a significant difference in texture, tone, and…