For older children, use only when prescribed by the doctor. Always administer it with the dropper. Using other spoons can lead to accidental overdoses
Replacing five per cent energy from carbohydrates with five per cent energy from plant, dairy, egg or fish protein was associated with a lower risk of newly diagnosed diabetes, according to the ICMR-INDIAB study
Most acute cough illnesses in children are self-limiting and resolve without pharmacological intervention, says DGHS
With childhood obesity becoming the fastest growing public health concern in India, school interventions can ensure a diet discipline
Obesity, especially fat around the abdomen, insulin resistance, high blood glucose levels, high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels — all are considered to be risk factors for fatty liver disease
Orchard owner becomes part of PGI Chandigarh’s study, shows how remission is possible with usual drug and lifestyle changes
62% calories comes from carbs, added sugar intake higher than recommended
Without India-specific research and clinical guidance, prevention and treatment will remain misaligned
Restaurant owner on how his early life choices and ignoring check-ups cost him. A World Heart Day special
While classical risk factors such as obesity, hypertension and diabetes remain, stress is the silent killer
Indian companies supply 47% of all generic medicines prescribed in the US
AI-powered gut microbiome mapping could revolutionise cancer detection and transform disease diagnosis
Study says over half of the new cancer cases and two-thirds of the cancer deaths will be in low and middle income countries, which include India
Even a light touch from brushing your teeth or putting on makeup may trigger pain equivalent to an electric shock but can be managed
Paying attention to diet, nurturing beneficial bacteria and keeping the microbial ecosystem in balance may turn out to be one of the simplest and most effective ways of protecting the brain as we age
Major risk factors in India are diet, alcohol use, air pollution and obesity. Controlling them can arrest disease spiral, says public health expert
Since affected women may not know they are carriers or not get screened, the vaccination at birth does the gatekeeping
It helps sharpen diagnosis, avoids the pain of spinal taps
The foods that are digested quickly and release glucose rapidly into your blood are the main culprits
There is no science-based evidence or research till date which establishes that Tylenol, a brand name for paracetamol, when taken by pregnant women as advised by the doctor, causes autism or affects the foetus
It’s not just the hours spent on screens, it’s the way your body is positioned during those hours that does the damage
Know which kind of hidden body fat can raise your risk
AI tool bridges the gap between doctor and patient and helps decode and simplify some of the post-therapy instructions for the patient
Break your fast with a refreshing salad of cucumber and tomato with lemon juice
Research has shown that regular Bhramari practice lowers heart rate, improves lung function and boosts immunity







