Health

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 […]

A poor night’s sleep can leave you feeling tired and sluggish, but did you know it can also lead to weight gain? In recent years, researchers have found a strong connection between sleep deprivation and […]

Losing weight doesn’t have to mean constant hunger or extreme dieting. Many people believe that the only way to shed pounds is by drastically cutting calories, but this approach often backfires, leading to frustration and […]

When we think of a heart attack, we often picture someone clutching their chest in severe pain, struggling to breathe. However, not all heart attacks are this dramatic. Some heart attacks occur without the person […]

The secretion of the leptin hormone is a cue that your body is feeling full, and you should stop eating. However, many tend to overpass this, leading to chronic conditions like obesity, according to integrative […]

Like our body, our brain also needs healthy nutrients to boost its cognitive function and overall health of our body. Though no magic pill can prevent cognitive decline, eating good food and including superfoods in […]

A regular bedtime routine is key to improving sleep quality, with studies showing that people who follow a consistent schedule experience better rest and overall well-being. Research highlights that erratic sleep patterns can lead to […]

Nuts and seeds – like almonds, cashews, chia seeds and more – are a great source of nutrients and often become a part of our daily diet when we are on a transformation journey that […]

Immunotherapy, or antibody treatment that activates the patient’s own immune system against cancer, is increasingly being studied as an alternative to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. This is because it directly targets cancer cells, reducing the negative […]

About 40% of adults experiencing chronic, persistent pain could also have anxiety or depression, a study has found. It observed that women, youngsters and those suffering from nociplastic pain, such as fibromyalgia, are most likely […]

A simple blood test for people with a certain sleep disorder may help predict the development of dementia years before symptoms occur, according to a new study. Idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD) causes people […]

Gels are commonly used products that are soft and sticky. They can be applied to hair or to the jelly-like components in various foodstuffs. While human skin shares gel-like characteristics, it has unique qualities that […]