skip to content

HEALTH NEWS

SILK surgery

‘Goodbye Glasses’: All you need to know about SILK and LASIK

October 4, 2025 15:31 IST

For those looking to get rid of their glasses, choosing the right procedure is crucial, with doctors playing a key role.

Cardio

Does ‘fasted’ cardio help you lose weight? Here’s science

October 4, 2025 13:30 IST

Aerobic exercise in a fasted state causes you to burn more fat as a fuel (what researchers would call “fat oxidation”) when measured at a single point in time.

mushroom

These mushroom-millet jalebis have been going viral for all the right reasons

October 4, 2025 10:30 IST

The idea is the brainchild of two creative farmers, Ashok Kumar and his wife Sunita.

skinny fat

Expert says being skinny-fat can be just as risky as being overweight, lists risk factors

October 4, 2025 06:00 IST

Being slim doesn’t always mean being healthy. True fitness comes from a balance of lean muscle, healthy fat levels, and good metabolic health.

Discover expert insights from Dr. Surender Pal Singh on managing varicose veins safely

Why hot fermentation is not recommended to alleviate varicose veins

October 3, 2025 21:30 IST

Before beginning any exercise regimen, it is crucial to evaluate the patient’s condition.

dead sea

This is what happens to the skin when you float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea

October 3, 2025 17:30 IST

Cleopatra is said to have used Dead Sea mud as part of her beauty regimen, making it one of the world’s oldest known skincare rituals.

Here are six signs your desk job might be taking a toll on your body’s ability to burn energy and fat and is leading to weight gain

That 9-to-5 desk job could be the culprit behind your weight gain; here are 6 signs to watch out for

October 3, 2025 15:26 IST

Exercise is beneficial, but it cannot counteract the harmful effects of sitting for hours on end.

bindi

Kumkum remains the safest and most traditional option: Dermatologist warns about ‘bindi leukoderma’ caused by toxic adhesives

October 3, 2025 10:15 IST

Adhesive bindis contain toxic chemicals that damage skin pigment and increase the risk of leukoderma over time.

back pain

Is there a direct link between sugar consumption and back pain?

October 2, 2025 12:30 IST

Sugary foods and beverages are known to contribute to the development of conditions like type 2 diabetes

Amy Schumer says Mounjaro improved her energy, sex drive, and perimenopausal symptoms.

‘My hair is fuller, my skin is better…I’m talking about sex’: Amy Schumer says weight loss drug Mounjaro alleviated perimenopausal symptoms; we check with a doctor

October 1, 2025 23:30 IST

Filming casually from the driver’s seat of her car, Amy Schumer told her followers she wanted to “keep it a hundred” about her health journey.

condom

Why you must always tie the open end of a used condom before disposing of it

October 1, 2025 22:30 IST

Careless disposal of used condoms isn’t just unhygienic.

exhaustion

‘On Friday my body said, not today’: Mandana Karimi shares how chronic work exhaustion broke down her body

October 1, 2025 17:30 IST

"After days of tests, scans, and holding my breath, I got the sweetest news: my heart is strong,: Mandana Karimi wrote on Instagram

blood sugar

Can these 6 lifestyle habits really reverse insulin resistance?

October 1, 2025 10:31 IST

Think of these habits as necessary; they create the conditions where reversal is possible, said Dr Vijay Negalur, HoD-Diabetology, KIMS Hospitals, Thane

period pain

‘Gaali do yaar mast’: Sexual health educator suggests an unusual way of dealing with period pain

September 30, 2025 21:30 IST

For some people, swearing provides a healthy outlet for frustration and can make period pain feel less overwhelming,

Badshah

Badshah talks about normalising stress at work, says it is ‘part of the journey’; experts on drawing boundaries

September 30, 2025 20:30 IST

Rapper Badshah believes stress is not stressful if one loves their work, calling it part of the journey. Experts agree mild stress can fuel growth but warn against normalising chronic stress.

kidneys

Which damages the kidney more – high blood pressure or sugar?

September 30, 2025 15:30 IST

The kidneys function as natural filters

Weather variations may have a direct impact on those with diabetes

Diabetics, here’s what happens to your body when the weather changes

September 30, 2025 13:32 IST

Since diabetes management depends heavily on consistency, even subtle seasonal changes may bring new challenges.

Dipika Kakar

‘I just sleep’: Dipika Kakar opens up about her ‘body just giving up’ on certain days in the post-cancer recovery phase

September 30, 2025 10:30 IST

"Health ke saath saath main ek hi cheez sambhaal paati hun (Ruhaan)," Dipika Kakar added.

condom

This is what happens if you use an expired condom

September 29, 2025 21:30 IST

Expired condoms can develop tiny cracks or micro-tears that are invisible to the eye.

Smell harassment, Sumehara

All about Sumehara, or smell harassment in Japan

September 29, 2025 19:30 IST

Interestingly, the Japanese approach to strong smells has much to do with the country's climatic conditions.

When Saif Ali Khan said he sometimes sleeps at 7 am and wakes at 1 pm

‘Main subhe 7 baje sota hu, aur dopahar ke 1 baje uth ta hu’: Expert on the impact of Saif Ali Khan’s irregular sleep pattern on the body

September 29, 2025 14:30 IST

His words reflect a lifestyle where the total number of hours of sleep might add up, but the timing is inconsistent

Navratri, navratri fasting foods

Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares 4 must-have foods for ‘digestion, diversity, and de-stressing’

September 29, 2025 13:30 IST

"If your feet hurt especially at night, if you start getting gas in the evening and if you can't sleep at night. You will feel better," said the health expert.

Kajol

Kajol reflects on the only time she was advised to ‘not raise her voice’: ‘Your blood pressure should not be…’

September 29, 2025 12:30 IST

"Agar chalogi bhi na...yeh mat karna...(even if you walk, don't do this)," Kajol reflected on her doctor's advice

glucose testing

‘My fasting glucose is 300, HbA1c is 15, but all the other tests were normal. At 75, what does this indicate?’

September 29, 2025 11:30 IST

At 75, it's not about controlling your blood sugar aggressively. It's about safe and stable management to safeguard your health

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Edition
Install the Express App for
a better experience
Featured
Trending Topics
News
Multimedia
Follow Us