Health

In a country where the shortage of donor corneas often stands between a patient and restored vision, an innovative eye surgery developed in India is offering new hope. Known as Pinhole Pupilloplasty (PPP), the technique […]

The rising popularity of magnesium supplements, largely fuelled by wellness influencers, reflects a broader shift toward proactive and self-directed healthcare. These supplements have suddenly exploded into the market, with dozens of influencer-backed and celebrity-backed companies […]

Having probiotics can not only regulate gut bacteria—trillions of microorganisms in the gut which perform key functions in the immune system and metabolism—but also improve brain function and, thus, reduce anxiety, find researchers. Probiotics are […]

A migraine drug has shown to significantly reduce symptoms of depression in patients—the first trial to show improvements in both the conditions using a single drug, researchers said. In the study involving 540 patients, ‘fremanezumab’ […]

A new study has found that constantly bending your head to look at your phone – a condition popularly known as “text neck”, could do more harm than just causing neck and shoulder pain. It […]

A recent study by the University of Western Ontario emphasized on an important benefit reaped from eating oranges: weight loss. The researchers were able to conclude, after experimenting on rats, that a certain molecule compound […]

Loaded with nutrients and fibre, fruits protect us against many health conditions. But how to include these fresh fruits in our daily diet is often misunderstood. There is no right or wrong way to eat […]

An at-home spit test can now help in predicting prostate cancer risk, better than the conventional blood test. The test has been developed by researchers at the Institute of Cancer Research, London, and UK government […]

Researchers have found that actively managing high blood pressure through a combination of medications, lifestyle coaching, and at-home monitoring, can reduce the risk of developing dementia by 15%. Dementia is a progressive condition in which […]

Consuming almonds daily can help control blood sugar levels in specific populations, such as Asian Indians, according to a research article. Analysing previously published research on almonds and cardiometabolic health, an international team of researchers […]

Stress is an inherent by-product of the contemporary grind. While it is normally effective in protecting you in risky situations by triggering the fight-or-flight response, chronic stress can be detrimental to your body. Stress triggers […]

A new study has identified a specific region – the ‘basolateral amygdala’—that plays a plays a crucial role in regulating generous behaviour. Driven by a concern for society, prosocial or altruistic behaviour involves performing actions […]

One of the concerning aftermaths of a meal is a blood sugar spike. After eating, glucose levels suddenly rise, especially if your meal is rich in carbs or sugary treats. The spike is quicker then. […]

You’ve likely heard about vitamin D’s important role in maintaining strong bones and teeth. But it also plays several other important roles to keep your body healthy – including the function of your gut. As […]

In the afternoon, many people see a normal dip in alertness, mostly between 1 pm to 4 pm. Though some believe it’s because of a heavy lunch, experts reveal that the body naturally undergoes cycles […]

Nighttime heartburn, also known as nocturnal acid reflux, can rob you of quality sleep and leave you feeling groggy and uncomfortable the next day. It occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing […]