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12 ways to keep your heart healthy and happy

12 ways to keep your heart healthy and happy

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Do all of these as part of your daily routine and you will have a fine heart that will keep beating strong for years!

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, dies at 100

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president and a champion of peace and human rights, has died at the age of 100. Carter, who was known for his work with the Carter Center, promoting democracy and conflict resolution, was also a close friend of India. He visited the country in 1978, forging a lasting relationship between the two nations.

Docs retrieve heart and implant it in 100 minutes

Docs retrieve heart and implant it in 100 minutes

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

In a major surgery, doctors at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute transplanted the heart of a 30-year-old IT professional, who was declared brain dead, on a 16-year-old boy, giving him a new lease of life.

A drink a day is the best medicine for men

A drink a day is the best medicine for men

Rediff.com26 May 2006

Caution: This study should not be used to justify potentially harmful drinking behaviour.

10 Healthy Ways To Alter Your Diet

10 Healthy Ways To Alter Your Diet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can help regulate blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent colon cancer, lower risk of eye and digestive problems, regulate diabetes and can help keep appetite in check, suggests Dr Eileen Canday.

Yuvraj Singh's Biopic Announced!

Yuvraj Singh's Biopic Announced!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

This biopic is expected to be a grand tribute to Yuvraj Singh's legacy, showcasing his contributions to cricket and his inspiring personal battles.

MT Had A Profound Influence On My Life

MT Had A Profound Influence On My Life

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Shobha Warrier pays homage to M T Vasudevan Nair, the legendary writer and filmmaker who passed into the ages on Wednesday, December 25, 2024.

Court rejects Naresh Goyal's plea for personal doctor, home-cooked food

Court rejects Naresh Goyal's plea for personal doctor, home-cooked food

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

A special court in Mumbai on Monday rejected Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal's applications seeking medical checkup by his personal doctor on regular basis and home-cooked food inside prison.

Your toothpaste can fight lung disease

Your toothpaste can fight lung disease

Rediff.com21 May 2018

A common antibacterial substance found in toothpaste may combat life-threatening diseases such as cystic fibrosis, or CF, when combined with an already FDA-approved drug.

Air Pollution: How to Stay Safe

Air Pollution: How to Stay Safe

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Don't ignore symptoms like coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath, warns Dr Sandeep Tilve.

'I Have Breast Cancer'

'I Have Breast Cancer'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'My treatment has already begun, and I am ready to do everything necessary to emerge from this even stronger.'

Why diabetics should eat more almonds

Why diabetics should eat more almonds

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Having 60 gm almonds a day helps maintain blood sugar levels and prevents cardio vascular diseases.

'No Doctor Opens A Hospital These Days'

'No Doctor Opens A Hospital These Days'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

'Healthcare is not an industry.' 'The government is only encouraging insurance as they are not able to provide healthcare to people.' 'Opening new medical colleges is not what is needed.' 'You have to invest in public sector hospitals.' 'You cannot hand over healthcare to the private industry.'

Will reclaim every inch of land taken under pretext of waqf: Yogi

Will reclaim every inch of land taken under pretext of waqf: Yogi

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed to reclaim every inch of land taken under the pretext of Waqf, stating that the state government will actively investigate all "occupied" land. He also criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP) and its leaders, alleging that they failed to uphold the principles of socialist leader Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia. Adityanath praised the Maha Kumbh, highlighting its significance as a symbol of India's spiritual heritage and national unity.

Recipe: Bethica's Diabetic-Friendly Millet Upma

Recipe: Bethica's Diabetic-Friendly Millet Upma

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Why opt for processed rava when you have a healthy, diabetic and heart-friendly recipe onn hand?

Jhunjhunwala will be remembered for his foresightedness, understanding of markets: Ratan Tata

Jhunjhunwala will be remembered for his foresightedness, understanding of markets: Ratan Tata

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group, on Sunday said ace investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala will always be remembered for his acute understanding of the markets as well as for his jovial personality, kindness, and foresightedness. Jhunjhunwala, often referred to as 'India's Warren Buffett', passed away here Sunday morning due to a cardiac arrest. He was 62. Jhunjhunwala had investments in more than three dozen companies, the most valuable being watch and jewellery maker Titan, part of the Tata conglomerate.

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani suggests starting off with small and frequent meals.

10 tips to take care of your kidneys

10 tips to take care of your kidneys

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Reduce sodium in your diet. Stay away from processed foods and processed meats.

Is there more to Zardari's Dubai trip than what meets the eye?

Is there more to Zardari's Dubai trip than what meets the eye?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2011

A seemingly innocuous statement issued by a military institute of cardiology asking people not to go abroad for treatment of heart diseases has raised questions about whether the Pakistan Army had an inkling of President Asif Ali Zardari's plans to travel to Dubai.

'You will see an epidemic of non-smoking lung diseases in India'

'You will see an epidemic of non-smoking lung diseases in India'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

'Just like we have accepted that more Indians have hypertension and diabetes, lower lung capacity of Indians should not be construed as normal.'

Smoking can boost memory and concentration: Study

Smoking can boost memory and concentration: Study

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

Scientists attempting to create a nicotine pill to treat Alzheimer's disease have suggested that smoking can help boost memory and concentration. Nicotine has long been known to have a stimulating effect on the brain.However, the deadly side effects of cancer, stroke and heart disease, mean its benefits have been largely set aside by medical research. Now researchers, who hope to develop drugs which copy the active ingredients in tobacco without causing heart disease, cancer.

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Fish

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Fish

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Those who don't eat fish may include alternatives like chia seeds, flax seeds, walnuts, soybeans and kidney beans, which are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and offer major health benefits, says Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan.

Was Ram Rahim BJP's trump card in Haryana?

Was Ram Rahim BJP's trump card in Haryana?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Was Ram Rahim's release on parole for the 10th time since his conviction in 2017 timed to coincide with the Haryana assembly elections? It does seem so when one considers he has been released mostly when there was an election in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Listing the times that Ram Rahim has been out on parole.

Why olive oil is good for your heart

Why olive oil is good for your heart

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

Turns out, food high in unsaturated fat may protect against cardiovascular diseases.

Critical Illness plan is a MUST!

Critical Illness plan is a MUST!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Ensure that you get a high sum insured. Also, make sure the policy covers the cost of implants (pacemaker, stent, etc), and pre and post-hospitalisation expenses.

When Zakir Hussain beat BigB to be voted 'sexiest man'

When Zakir Hussain beat BigB to be voted 'sexiest man'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Zakir Hussain was the maestro of tabla, percussionist, composer and even actor -- a legend who was India's very own and yet belonged to the world. Hussain died from 'idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis', a lung disease, in a San Francisco hospital early Monday. He was 73.

What Happens When You Have Diabetes

What Happens When You Have Diabetes

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Diabetes can lead to serious complications and can affect the eyes, heart and nerves, warns Dr Manoj Chawla.

India defender Anwar Ali joins Mohun Bagan

India defender Anwar Ali joins Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Ali starred for Delhi FC in the Durand Cup and in the I-League Qualifiers in 2021 where he finished as the top scorer for his side that paved his ISL entry with FC Goa, where he spent 15 months.

Ayushman Bharat: An interesting health study across states in India

Ayushman Bharat: An interesting health study across states in India

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

The dichotomy between richer and poorer states is largely in consonance with the diversity in state level disease burden in the country.

Can your BMI really kill you?

Can your BMI really kill you?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

A study has analysed how body mass index is linked to mortality.

China compelling docs to hide Covid mortalities: Report

China compelling docs to hide Covid mortalities: Report

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

COVID infections in China began to surge towards December end and hospitals began to fill up. Many patients did not find beds and were seen sleeping on floors. Even, funeral homes and crematoriums were completely filled, and bodies were seen in the queue for days.

Jimmy Carter's India Connection

Jimmy Carter's India Connection

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Lillian Carter, a trained nurse and a Peace Corps worker, spent two years of her life, when she was in her late 60s, serving the poor in India, in the 1960s. She was posted as a volunteer to Vikhroli, then a village 30 km outside of Mumbai and a Godrej township, and was there from 1966 to 1968.

You'll stop eating sugar after reading this!

You'll stop eating sugar after reading this!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

A high sugar diet could increase your risk of heart disease.

Look Who Triptii, Kartik Walked The Ramp With

Look Who Triptii, Kartik Walked The Ramp With

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Manish Malhotra's show, held at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, was a grand celebration of India's indomitable courage and its rich heritage and culture.

Why India Can't Do Without Dahi

Why India Can't Do Without Dahi

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

How to make dahi a part of your daily diet.

Pvt hospitals can charge up to Rs 250 for Covid vaccination

Pvt hospitals can charge up to Rs 250 for Covid vaccination

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Private hospitals can charge up to Rs 250 per dose of COVID-19 vaccine, official sources said on Saturday as India prepares to vaccinate people aged above 60 years and those over 45 with comorbidities from March 1.

Lifestyle diseases may cost India $160 bn

Lifestyle diseases may cost India $160 bn

Rediff.com7 Oct 2009

Close to 13 crore Indians may suffer from lifestyle diseases like heart attacks and diabetes in the next few years, leaving a $160 billion hole in the national economy between 2010 and 2015.

What is Lupus, the disease Selena Gomez has?

What is Lupus, the disease Selena Gomez has?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Here's all you need to know about Lupus, the autoimmune disease that the singer is fighting.

Dirty Air, 2nd Largest Global Killer

Dirty Air, 2nd Largest Global Killer

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Over eight million deaths in 2021 were attributed to air pollution, affecting both children and adults alike.

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'It is the first technology in history which is not just a tool, it is an agent.' Yuval Noah Harari on the dangers on AI.