A syncope is the clinical name given to a brief blackout (visual greyout) or an episode of fainting or momentary collapse.
Vitamin B12 or cobalamin is a vital nutrient that crucially supports the proper functioning of your nervous system and has a role in the production of red blood cells, apart from being good for your bones, eyes, hair, skin
According to the American Heart Association staying cheerful can support a longer, stronger life by reducing the chances of heart-related trouble and overall mortality. A few science-backed tips on how to build happiness...
Apricots aren't just nutritious. Health sites, like Cleveland Clinic, place them in the superfood category.
Vitamin K has a key role in the human body... Where to find it and why you need it.
Zucchini/courgette, supplies potassium, says Mayo Clinic, an essential mineral that plays a vital role in keeping the body functioning smoothly.
Continuing to consume food, after your body has already had enough, is a sign that you are no longer eating for nourishment. But out of habit or impulse. When this becomes a frequent pattern, your body weight will gradually increase. And there is a chance of long-term illnesses, including diabetes and various heart-related problems, states Cleveland Clinic and Healthline.
The glycemic index ranks carbohydrate-containing foods by how quickly they raise blood sugar.
Dates occupy a special place among dried fruits. They're nourishing, budget-friendly and handy to have around -- 1-2 pieces makes for a good snack. Dates occupy a special place among dried fruits. They're nourishing, budget-friendly and handy to have around -- 1-2 pieces makes for a good snack.
Everyone's skin is different, varying between dry, oily, normal, sensitive or a mix. Men's skin is quite different from women's and needs its own regimen.
Coconut water is a lovely light, refreshing drink with a delicate hint of nuttiness, while remaining naturally low in both sugars and calories and full of nutrients.
There are more than 200 varieties of plums grown across the world but each brings its own flavour and texture, yet all are equally nourishing, no matter their colour or taste, says Cleveland Clinic.
A single cup of chopped pineapple delivers a generous dose of vitamin C, covering well over three quarters of the daily requirement. Because C is an antioxidant vital for protecting cells, improving iron absroption and supporting collagen production, pineapple is a vauable fruit.
Anyone who has felt queasy, been sick, or had a unsettled tummy has likely tried ginger or been advised to do so. Ginger has been trusted for centuries as a gentle and reliable solution to many a medical ill.
Is coconut oil the wonder food it is said to be?
Who can say no to crisp, sweet carrots? And to boot they're brimming with nutrients, minerals, fibre, all while being low in calories.
Countless public surfaces, from cash machines to lift buttons, are touched by hundreds of people every day, often without a second thought.
In India, many still aren't fully aware of the need for proper sun protection.
Is there an expiry date for a bra or briefs? When do they cease to give support?
Slow-release carbohydrates deliver energy at a steady, measured pace rather than all at once.
While some global cities bask in generous stretches of sunshine, others are left with barely a glimmer of light from the sky.
Love+happiness brings less doctor visits, less anxiety, less stress, quicker healing, all things that are good for your body.
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, refers to a set of symptoms that indicate that the digestive tract becomes chronically irritated. It occurs when the body's defense system repeatedly triggers damaging responses in the gut. It is non-curable disease that one can learn to manage over time.
Pumpkin is a light yet highly nourishing winter vegetable, packed with essential vitamins, minerals and protective antioxidants.
Practical tips on getting out of your head and back to your life!
Why getting up early is good for your health, as is maintaining a fixed sleep schedule.
If stored well, prunes stay good for many months, often close to a full year, without losing their flavour or texture or nutritional value, says WebMD.
When you're short on time and skip a proper wash, bacteria can quickly accumulate across certain areas of the body and smell.
Irregular bowel movements -- either constipation or diarrhea that goes on beyond 14 days -- is a sign that something is wrong and that your body may not be disease-free, says Cleveland Clinic. Regular passing of stools is important because it reflects a healthy lifestyle with enough water and health-giving fibre in your diet.
Half a cup of pomegranate seeds packs only 72 calories, yet brims with heart-friendly nutrients and is rich in antioxidant that calm inflammation.
This fruit, best had with a squeeze of lime, delivers a hefty dose of vitamin C and other protective plant compounds and eating it is all win-win.
'If there's one thing I wish I had done differently when I was hit by a stroke last January,' Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said on X (formerly Twitter), 'it would be to go to the hospital immediately, within the Golden Hour, instead of thinking I could just sleep it off.'
The second debate is scheduled for October 15 in Miami and the final one on October 22 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Due to globalisation, growing economy, aging population and changing lifestyle, India will face a tsunami of chronic diseases such as cancer.
The 90-minute show down between the US presidential contenders proved early on that it would a be a knock-out, drag-down match.
On Thursday, the clinic's board of governors decided not to renew Yadav's yearlong contract. Yadav is no longer at the hospital, the spokeswoman said.
During the first US presidential debate, moderator Chris Wallace asked Trump about The New York Times report which revealed that Trump paid $750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017 and also he had paid no income taxes at all in 10 of the previous 15 years starting in 2000.
Is it possible to keep a track presidency with the increase in number of grey hair on the president's head? The answer may be in the affirmative.
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