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Namita S Kalla is a senior journalist who writes about different aspects of modern life that include lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, and entertainment

Diabetologist shares everyday foods that help manage diabetes, keep blood sugar steady

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Diabetologist shares everyday foods that help manage diabetes, keep blood sugar steady

What you eat place a vital role in managing diabetes. Some foods can help stabilise blood, sugar, boost energy, and prevent long-term complications. Diabetologist shares how sufficient protein, fibre-rich foods, whole grains and healthy fats can make diabetes easier to manage

Best yoga breathing exercises: Simple pranayama routines that ease anxiety, from box-breathing to kapalbhati, more

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Best yoga breathing exercises: Simple pranayama routines that ease anxiety, from box-breathing to kapalbhati, more

With everyday stress rising and millions in India battling anxiety, pranayama offers a simple, science-backed way to restore calm. Yoga expert Saurabh Bothra shares how breathwork can reset the mind, steady emotions and build resilience in a world that rarely slows down.

Gastroenterologist shares meal timing hacks that boost digestion, burn fat and keep your body in balance

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Gastroenterologist shares meal timing hacks that boost digestion, burn fat and keep your body in balance

Constant snacking or skipping meals can affect your gut negatively. Gastroenterologist says it’s not just what you eat, but when you eat that matters. Proper meal timing and occasional fasting can give your gut a rest, aid fat burning, and lower the risk of lifestyle diseases, without strict dieting

Experts suggest smart ways to escape the passion trap and finally love what you do without stress

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Experts suggest smart ways to escape the passion trap and finally love what you do without stress

For modern women, passion can feel like a double-edged sword – inspiring yet exhausting. Experts reveal how to reframe stress, set boundaries, and find joy in achievement, transforming pressure into purpose

Chronic stress, caffeine and fatigue are biggest causes of burnout at workplace; save yourself with these expert tips

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Chronic stress, caffeine and fatigue are biggest causes of burnout at workplace; save yourself with these expert tips

Do you often skip breakfast, work late, or live on caffeine-fuelled mornings? These common habits may feel normal, but experts warn they may hamper your energy and mental wellbeing. Here are some tips to sta active, energetic, and healthy.

Unhealthy diets to injuries, 5 ways you are unknowingly inviting arthritis into your life in 20s and 40s

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Unhealthy diets to injuries, 5 ways you are unknowingly inviting arthritis into your life in 20s and 40s

Causes of arthritis: Your everyday habits, from poor diet to untreated injuries, may harm your joints. Don't ignore chronic stiffness or pain after work or workouts. These could be early symptoms of arthritis, now increasingly common in young adults.

Aloe vera can soothe your tired and dry skin from makeup overload, here's how

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Aloe vera can soothe your tired and dry skin from makeup overload, here's how

Do you notice your skin feeling dry, tight, or irritated after back-to-back makeup sessions? These are common signs of product overload and stress on your skin barrier. Doctor says Aloe Vera is a natural, gentle way to calm, hydrate and restore your complexion after heavy makeup use.

Depression triggered by less sunlight in winter can wreak havoc, therapist suggests how to boot mood, sleep well

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Depression triggered by less sunlight in winter can wreak havoc, therapist suggests how to boot mood, sleep well

do you feel unusually tired, low or easily irritable in winter? These are common signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a condition that impacts your mood, energy, and sleep during colder months. With a few mindful changes, you can lift your spirits and regain balance. Here’s how.

Symptoms of rising stomach acid: Gastroenterologist suggests simple habits that improve digestion naturally

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Symptoms of rising stomach acid: Gastroenterologist suggests simple habits that improve digestion naturally

Acid reflux and heartburn symptoms: High stomach acid can cause burning, bloating and discomfort, yet many people mistake the symptoms for ordinary indigestion. Early recognition and simple lifestyle shifts can make a huge difference. Here's what your body is trying to tell you, and how to respond with gentle, practical changes.

From vampire facial to fruit peel: Dermatologist shares how modern skincare is shifting from skin type to skin mood

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From vampire facial to fruit peel: Dermatologist shares how modern skincare is shifting from skin type to skin mood

Skin no longer behaves in fixed categories like oily or dry. Dermatologist says skin shifts with sleep, stress, weather and hormones, making mood-based care the new gold standard. Here are some advanced treatments that adapt in real time, giving your skin what it needs on the day you walk in

Oncologist shares how diet, exercise and small habits can make a real difference to breast cancer risk

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Oncologist shares how diet, exercise and small habits can make a real difference to breast cancer risk

While you can’t change your genes, small lifestyle choices, from exercise to diet, can help lower your risk of breast cancer. Oncologist shares how early awareness, screenings, and healthy habits work hand in hand to protect women worldwide

Stress and makeup is bad for your skin, keep it glowing and healthy with these beauty-expert approved tips

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Stress and makeup is bad for your skin, keep it glowing and healthy with these beauty-expert approved tips

Long hours in the sun, daily makeup, and urban pollution can leave skin looking tired, dull, and dehydrated. Beauty expert says gentle cleansing, restorative botanicals, proper hydration, and giving skin breathing space are key to reviving its natural glow.

Nephrologist reveals why a quick kidney, heart and health check before gym can save you from hidden risks

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Nephrologist reveals why a quick kidney, heart and health check before gym can save you from hidden risks

Before pushing yourself too hard at the gym, knowing your kidney health and fitness silent problems, help you train safely and make your workouts be beneficial for long-term health. Here’s how

Study reveals a brain protein that helps improve Alzheimer's condition

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Study reveals a brain protein that helps improve Alzheimer's condition

Researchers have discovered that increasing a protein called Sox9 can help the brain’s support cells, astrocytes, remove harmful amyloid plaques linked to Alzheimer’s. Here’s what a recent study reveals.

Unexplained chest pain in women? Cardiologist explains why it could be SCAD and not a blocked artery

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Unexplained chest pain in women? Cardiologist explains why it could be SCAD and not a blocked artery

Symptoms of heart attack in women: Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is an increasingly recognised cause of heart attacks in younger women. Often overlooked, SCAD requires awareness and timely diagnosis because its treatment and recovery are different from typical heart attacks.

Expert explains why common infections take longer to cure, blames it on antibiotic misuse

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Expert explains why common infections take longer to cure, blames it on antibiotic misuse

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is turning once-simple infections into dangerous medical emergencies. Routine cases are becoming life-threatening as treatments fail, emergency doctors face growing challenges. Here’s why urgent action is needed to protect patients and future generations:

6 best exercises every man in his 20s needs to build real strength, stamina and lifelong fitness

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6 best exercises every man in his 20s needs to build real strength, stamina and lifelong fitness

Staying fit is the new fad. If you are in your 20s and have joined the bandwagon of fitness enthusiasts, here are six essential workouts you should build into your weekly routine for better strength, stamina, and fitness

Fatigue, mood swings and pregnancy risks; why women can’t afford to ignore vitamin B12

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Fatigue, mood swings and pregnancy risks; why women can’t afford to ignore vitamin B12

When B12 is low, it can affect everything from your mood and energy to pregnancy health and even your baby’s development. Discover why vitamin B12 matters, how lack of it can harm your health, and what you can do to prevent deficiency

Beware of fake friends: 10 clues your best friend might be a wolf in disguise

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Beware of fake friends: 10 clues your best friend might be a wolf in disguise

A good friendship always lifts you up, and never drains you. But sometimes, the people we trust most might not have our back. Here are 10 subtle (and not-so-subtle) red flags that your so-called best friend might be more foe than friend, and how to recognise them before they take a toll on your life

From tradition to trend, here’s why hair oiling is the secret to stronger roots, reduced breakage

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From tradition to trend, here’s why hair oiling is the secret to stronger roots, reduced breakage

Hair oiling, a long-standing Indian household ritual, has transformed into a global beauty trend. Expert explains how oiling strengthens hair from within, why the younger generation is driving the revival, and why coconut-based hair oil remains the world’s favourite

Lifestyle coach explains how plant-based diet helps your gut, heart, mood, and hormones

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Lifestyle coach explains how plant-based diet helps your gut, heart, mood, and hormones

A plant-based diet is often praised for weight loss, but its real strength lies in fibre, something modern diets lack. Lifestyle coach explains how eating foods grown from soil and sunlight supports digestion, heart health, hormones, mood, sleep, and long-term wellbeing

Five must-have women's bags that take you from morning chaos to evening chic

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Five must-have women's bags that take you from morning chaos to evening chic

Bags today are more than accessories, they’re companions that follow a woman from early morning meetings to late-night plans. Uncover how modern statement bags combine utility with personality. From slim backpacks to mini crossbodies, these five styles will redefine day-to-night elegance for 2026.

Symptoms of lung cancer: Oncologist warns even non-smokers need to be careful about early warning signs

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Symptoms of lung cancer: Oncologist warns even non-smokers need to be careful about early warning signs

Lung cancer is no longer a smoker’s disease. Nearly half of India’s lung cancer patients today have never smoked, with pollution and occupational exposure playing major roles. Oncologist explains why early symptoms are often missed and how advances like immunotherapy and precision medicine are transforming survival and quality of life.

Stomach Cancer Awareness Month 2025: Oncologist reveals link between smoking and stomach cancer, early symptoms, lifestyle changes

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Stomach Cancer Awareness Month 2025: Oncologist reveals link between smoking and stomach cancer, early symptoms, lifestyle changes

Smoking is one of the biggest preventable causes of stomach cancer. Oncologist explains how tobacco damages the stomach lining, raises infection risk, and triggers DNA changes that can lead to cancer. Discover the early symptoms, simple lifestyle choices, and tips to cut risk and protect long-term health

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