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My patient pooped after every meal, had diarrhoea and pain for 5 years: Why doctors could not diagnose a common gut health problemSubscriber Only

November 6, 2025 13:41 IST

Sometimes inflammatory bowel disease doesn’t show up in blood and stool tests, can happen without fever and fatigue

Studies show a link between maternal exposure to air pollution and an increased risk of stillbirth, particularly during the third trimester.

Delhi air pollution impacts newborns: ‘Babies spend longer time in the nursery, need respiratory help,’ says doctorSubscriber Only

November 6, 2025 13:28 IST

Toxic particles can cross the placenta and interfere with the baby’s development process

Instead of traditional Indian preparations, we opted for continental-style options, such as grilled broccoli, sautéed bell peppers, and vegetable kebabs. (Credit: Pixabay)

Know your non-starchy vegetables: How a broccoli-stuffed chapati helped woman halt blood sugar spikeSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 17:29 IST

Non-starchy vegetables are often the unsung heroes. They are low in carbohydrates, rich in fibre and packed with antioxidants

My patient had high blood sugar but slightly elevated BP. It impacted his kidneys: Why the diabetes-BP link mattersSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 19:28 IST

Even a slight increase in creatinine levels can indicate that your kidneys are strained. The good news is, at this stage, it’s often reversible

A massage chair is a lot of things: quick, relaxing, even addictive. But it’s not a trained medical practitioner and has no idea of your medical history, your pain pattern and so on.

Is your massage chair worsening your back pain?Subscriber Only

November 5, 2025 17:26 IST

What feels heavenly for a few minutes might be quietly misaligning your spine, overstimulating your muscles, or even triggering long-term damage

PGI Chandigarh finds new bacteria that mimic whooping cough: Why early diagnosis is crucial for childrenSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 07:12 IST

Go for vaccination; if infected, complete antibiotic dose, say researchers.

During deep sleep, your blood pressure and heart rate drop, which allows the heart to recover from the day’s stress.

On melatonin for sleep, 40-year-old woman passed out in my OPD with high BP and cholesterol: What did she miss?Subscriber Only

November 5, 2025 07:15 IST

No supplement can replace sleep hygiene protocols as a preventive heart health regime

Rybelsus can reduce cardiovascular risks in patients by almost 14 per cent.

Bengaluru entrepreneur controls blood sugar and heart disease risk, loses body weight too: How oral diabetes drug Rybelsus helped him take up exerciseSubscriber Only

November 4, 2025 17:33 IST

Addressing metabolic risk factors early with lifestyle change and GLP-1 therapy can reduce cardiovascular risks, says endocrinologist

Some food pairings work together inside our bodies in a way that makes them healthier and more effective than when eaten alone

Oats, curd & walnut: Why superfood combinations work better than when they are had aloneSubscriber Only

November 3, 2025 12:10 IST

Our everyday kitchen ingredients, when paired thoughtfully, can give us everything we need

US FDA approves first oral weight loss drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus works

US FDA approves first oral diabetes drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus worksSubscriber Only

November 2, 2025 17:25 IST

This makes it the first oral weight loss drug to be cleared for managing blood sugar as well as cardiac health.

What happens when you eat very late at night: A gastro explains link with sleepSubscriber Only

November 1, 2025 08:01 IST

Instead of using energy to repair and rejuvenate, your body diverts that energy to digest food

Why your neck feels stiff: Here are quick daily routines to relieve painSubscriber Only

November 1, 2025 07:42 IST

The neck becomes stiff when muscles, joints or nerves around the cervical spine lose their natural flexibility or alignment

15 failed IVF cycles later, Mumbai businesswoman had a child. Now she returns for another: How mental health preparation helped herSubscriber Only

November 1, 2025 09:18 IST

Two infertility experts share how emotional guidance and counselling are an equal component of conception

While traditional string flosses can be taxing for some people, a water flosser, she adds, can be an excellent starter in dental care

Tired of cavities? How smart tech helped one woman finally end her costly dental visitsSubscriber Only

October 31, 2025 20:04 IST

With smart toothbrushes, laser and water flossers, cavities are history. Dentists from across the country tell you how tech is revolutionising oral health

Young mother, 38, beats aggressive breast cancer because she did regular breast self-examination: ‘Know your body like your life depends on it’Subscriber Only

October 30, 2025 15:51 IST

‘Breast cancer often doesn’t cause pain, so don’t ignore a lump, get a mammogram,’ says AIIMS doctor

Despite taking Vitamin D supplements, my patient’s levels were still low: Are you taking them on an empty stomach?Subscriber Only

October 30, 2025 07:15 IST

For vitamin D to work, it needs to be absorbed in the intestine, carried through the bloodstream and converted by the liver and kidneys into its active form

Delhi police constable Sonika Yadav has created a buzz online by winning a bronze medal at the All-India Police Weightlifting Cluster 2025–26 in Andhra Pradesh. She lifted a total of 145 kg in the competition while being seven months pregnant.

Delhi cop lifts 145 kg in contest while being 7 months pregnant: Is weightlifting safe for pregnant women?Subscriber Only

October 29, 2025 16:17 IST

When done in a medically supervised manner and customised to those who qualify, it can ease childbirth

fibre slows down sugar absorption and supports steady blood glucose levels.

Can excess fibre in your diet interfere with blood sugar control? Instead of ‘fibremaxxing,’ look for your ideal plateSubscriber Only

October 29, 2025 13:51 IST

While some fibre-rich foods like beans come with carbs too, excessive intake — especially from supplements — may lead to bloating, gas, constipation, or nutrient malabsorption

cerebral aneurysms and although celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Emilia Clarke have gone public on experiencing this condition, these abnormalities are surprisingly common, affecting nearly one in every 100 people.

Biggest brain stroke risk in the young: Like Kim Kardashian, 32-year-old discovers aneurysm after pain behind eye, blurry visionSubscriber Only

October 29, 2025 20:09 IST

Aneurysms are vastly underreported due to misconceptions about MRI scans and a lack of awareness about their subtle early signs, says neurologist. A World Stroke Day special

Bengaluru doctor, 58, could not sense heart attack despite experiencing signs over six hours before: Why we overlook signsSubscriber Only

October 28, 2025 15:41 IST

A stuttering heart attack is characterised by a pattern of recurrent, fluctuating symptoms that can precede a major heart attack

Is high blood sugar tipping you closer to dementia? Why a new multi-national study may have answersSubscriber Only

October 28, 2025 11:50 IST

A collaboration of the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, Centre for Brain Research (CBR), Bengaluru and UK Dementia Research Institute aims to improve early detection and prevention strategies

Satish Shah passed away at the age of 74 due to kidney failure

Actor Satish Shah had a kidney transplant: Is it a safe option? Doctor shares how 30-year-old recipients married during recovery, have a child nowSubscriber Only

October 28, 2025 07:03 IST

The fitness of the donor and patient is uppermost. Then a transplant, done at a good centre with experienced hands, has a high success rate

Novel weight loss drugs may be protecting your heart in other ways too, says Lancet: Can they be used by those with belly fat?Subscriber Only

October 27, 2025 19:27 IST

This study suggests that semaglutide works through direct effects on blood vessels, inflammation reduction, blood pressure control and lipid improvements

According to a Phase 3 clinical trial of elinzanetant, which included 628 post-menopausal women, those taking the drug for 12 weeks reported more than a 77 per cent reduction in the frequency of hot flashes and sweating symptoms.

48-year-old CEO goes red, gets hot flashes at meeting: Three gynaecologists on why a breakthrough menopause pill in the US offers hopeSubscriber Only

October 27, 2025 10:44 IST

US FDA approves second non-hormone drug for moderate to severe symptoms of menopause as hormone replacement therapy has limited use. What does it mean for Indian women?

Young woman had brain fog but all her neurology tests were normal: Was her diet slowing her brain?Subscriber Only

October 27, 2025 10:37 IST

New research says an imbalance of the gut microbiome could play a key role in brain fog. And the easiest way to reset the gut is to change what you eat

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