The terms "dietitian" and "nutritionist" are often used interchangeably, but healthcare experts say there are important differences between the two professions. Understanding these distinctions can help individuals make informed decisions when seeking guidance for weight management, chronic disease prevention, sports nutrition, or overall wellness. Both dietitians
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
From turmeric and cinnamon to black pepper and oregano, everyday kitchen spices may offer health benefits that extend far beyond enhancing flavor, according to emerging research exploring their impact on gut health, brain function, metabolism, and inflammation. Researchers say bioactive compounds naturally present in many spices
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,
A new study has suggested that a simple blood test could help identify biological signs of Alzheimer's Disease years and potentially even decades before memory loss and cognitive symptoms become noticeable, offering fresh hope for earlier diagnosis and intervention. Researchers found that specific biomarkers present in
India has intensified Ebola surveillance measures at international airports and issued a fresh public health advisory for travellers arriving from African countries affected by the ongoing Ebola outbreak, including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, and South Sudan. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
This wearable polygraph doesn’t detect lies, it detects stress. Researchers have developed a next generation wearable “polygraph” device capable of continuously detecting and monitoring stress levels in real time, marking a significant advancement in mental health monitoring and wearable healthcare technology. The newly developed device is
Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday confirmed that no Ebola case has been reported in India so far, while reviewing the country’s preparedness amid rising global concern over the outbreak in parts of Africa. According to an official statement, the Health Minister chaired a high-level meeting with
Marking World Hypertension Day, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched a landmark nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening India’s response to non communicable diseases (NCDs). Under the ambitious “75/25” initiative, the Government plans to place 75 million individuals suffering from hypertension and diabetes
The World Health Organization has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) after the deadly Bundibugyo strain spread across borders, triggering global concern over regional transmission risks. WHO confirmed that
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