A new study has highlighted a growing public health challenge among children living in India's urban slums, revealing that many face a double burden of malnutrition experiencing both undernutrition in early life and obesity during childhood. Researchers from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, tracked 250 children
Naturally occurring trans fats found in dairy products such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt may not carry the same health risks as industrially produced trans fats, according to a new review of scientific evidence. The findings could help clarify long standing concerns about trans
Following the news that MasterChef India Season 1 winner Pankaj Bhadouria has been diagnosed with breast cancer, the need to raise awareness about the disease has once again come into focus. Early detection of breast cancer can make treatment more effective and significantly improve a
Protein has long been considered the cornerstone of muscle building, but questions remain about how much is actually needed to maximize muscle growth. While strength training provides the stimulus for muscle development, nutrition experts say adequate protein intake is equally important for muscle repair, recovery,
For years, many people have believed that eating several small meals throughout the day can boost metabolism, promote weight loss, and improve overall health. However, emerging research suggests the answer may be more complex, with experts increasingly emphasizing meal quality and total calorie intake over
Migraines are far more than just severe headaches. Affecting millions of people worldwide, they can cause intense throbbing pain, nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound, often disrupting daily life and productivity. Health experts say that while migraines cannot always be prevented, simple lifestyle
Metabolism is often blamed when people struggle to lose weight or maintain a healthy body composition, but experts say the science behind metabolism is far more complex than many common myths suggest. New research continues to highlight how metabolism influences body weight, energy balance, and
Goa has emerged as one of the most obesity affected states in India, according to the latest findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), with the state also reporting significantly higher than average blood sugar levels among adults, raising concerns about the growing burden
A new study has raised important questions about the long term effectiveness of certain knee surgeries commonly performed for meniscal tears, suggesting that the procedure may not always improve outcomes and could potentially contribute to worsening knee osteoarthritis over time. Researchers found that patients who underwent
As India's corporate workforce continues to support global operations around the clock, healthcare experts are raising concerns about the long term impact of night shifts on employee health. While shift based work has become common across IT, healthcare, BPO, aviation, manufacturing, and customer support sectors,
