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Your weight loss can kill you too. Read this!

Your weight loss can kill you too. Read this!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

The repeated loss and regain of body weight has been associated with a higher risk of death.

10 Foods To Lower Cholesterol

10 Foods To Lower Cholesterol

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Drinking plenty of water will help keep your blood clean and reduce the build-up of excessive toxins -- cholesterol being one of them.

Biocon Biologics Plan Molecule Launch Every 1-2 Years

Biocon Biologics Plan Molecule Launch Every 1-2 Years

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'The tie-up with Serum Institute Life Sciences brings to the table their strengths in manufacturing and also their vaccine portfolio.'

Recipe: Raw Jackfruit Dum Biryani

Recipe: Raw Jackfruit Dum Biryani

Rediff.com12 May 2022

An amazing one-pot meal for vegetarians and even meat lovers.

10 Ways Smoking HARMS Your Body

10 Ways Smoking HARMS Your Body

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Arthritis, cancer, blindness, erectile dysfunction... smoking can have adverse effects on your overall health, warns Dr Harish Chafle, senior consultant-pulmonology and critical care, Global Hospitals, Mumbai.

'Do Hospitals Charge More For Cashless Treatment?'

'Do Hospitals Charge More For Cashless Treatment?'

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health insurance related queries.

Chef Gorai's Beans On Toast, Walnut Crepes

Chef Gorai's Beans On Toast, Walnut Crepes

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Start your day on an upbeat note with two good-for-you recipes.

Suspected coronavirus patient dies in Maharashtra

Suspected coronavirus patient dies in Maharashtra

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

The patient was admitted to a private hospital for high blood pressure a few days ago, and shifted to isolation ward of the Buldhana general hospital for symptoms of coronavirus on Saturday morning.

Healthy Recipe: Rice Paper Rolls

Healthy Recipe: Rice Paper Rolls

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Stuffed rice paper rolls are light, nutritious, unusual and yum.

Scientists identify 70 drugs that may fight COVID-19

Scientists identify 70 drugs that may fight COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

The identification of host dependency factors mediating virus infection may provide key insights into effective molecular targets for developing broadly acting antiviral therapeutics against SARS-CoV-2 and other deadly coronavirus strains, according to the researchers.

18 states have reported 5,424 cases of black fungus; highest in Guj, Maha

18 states have reported 5,424 cases of black fungus; highest in Guj, Maha

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Gujarat reported 2,165 cases, Maharashtra 1,188, Uttar Pradesh 663, Madhya Pradesh 590, Haryana 339 and Andhra Pradesh 248 cases.

DEAR KOMAL: Do intermittent diets help?

DEAR KOMAL: Do intermittent diets help?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Dietician Komal Jethmalani provides the right answer.

Misuse of steroids is cause of mucormycosis: AIIMS chief

Misuse of steroids is cause of mucormycosis: AIIMS chief

Rediff.com15 May 2021

At AIIMS, 23 patients are being treated for this fungal infection. Out of them, 20 are still Covid-19 positive and the rest are negative for Covid. Many states have reported more than 500 cases of mucormycosis, said Guleria.

8 Tips to Deal with Midnight Cravings

8 Tips to Deal with Midnight Cravings

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Adopting a healthy lifestyle as a family or even with friends will go a long way in curbing the dangers of midnight cravings.

Elgar Parishad case: NIA opposes Navlakha's plea for house arrest in HC

Elgar Parishad case: NIA opposes Navlakha's plea for house arrest in HC

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Use of social media or the Internet by Navlakha could prove to be dangerous, NIA counsel, additional solicitor general Anil Singh, said while opposing the septuagenarian activist's plea that he be kept under house arrest.

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Rediff.com8 May 2021

The fungus, also called `black fungus', is present in the environment, but those with suppressed immunity or co-morbidities are more vulnerable to its infection, he said.

Colgate-Palmolive ready to ride the herbal wave

Colgate-Palmolive ready to ride the herbal wave

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Colgate-Palmolive India is placing greater emphasis on freshness, whitening, therapeutic, and family toothpastes, as rivals such as Dabur and Patanjali dominate the growing naturals segment of the market. Once under 5 per cent of the Rs 10,000-crore domestic toothpaste market, the naturals segment, which includes ayurvedic and herbal variants, is now 25-30 per cent of the market, industry executives said. Growth rates of the naturals segment are estimated to be in the region of 8-9 per cent in volume terms. In value terms, the growth rate for naturals is around 10-12 per cent, sector experts said.

Recipe: Assassin's Spaghetti

Recipe: Assassin's Spaghetti

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Assassin's Spaghetti, or in Italian Spaghetti All' Assassina, gets its name not from the murder you commit on the pasta -- because you actually kill off the spaghetti by burning it crisp -- but from the levels of red chilly that will do in the eater.

68-yr-old man who recovered from COVID-19 dies in Mumbai

68-yr-old man who recovered from COVID-19 dies in Mumbai

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

This is the third death reported from Mumbai in connection with the coronavirus.

Want to avoid knee replacement? Read this

Want to avoid knee replacement? Read this

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

A good lifestyle, balanced diet, physical fitness and exercise lowers the risk of obesity and thus the risk of osteoarthritis of the knee, says Dr Raviraj A.

Can Fat Removal Surgery Lead To Death?

Can Fat Removal Surgery Lead To Death?

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Cosmetic experts explain how liposuction, like any other surgery, has its share of risks and side effects.

Want To SKIP SUGAR? Try These Options

Want To SKIP SUGAR? Try These Options

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Replacing refined sugar with dates, honey, stevia can help you stay healthy.

Modi, WHO chief lay the ground for traditional medicine centre in Jamnagar

Modi, WHO chief lay the ground for traditional medicine centre in Jamnagar

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the establishment of the WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (WHO GCTM) in Jamnagar will usher in a new era of traditional medicine globally.

Ask Komal: What should I eat to lose weight?

Ask Komal: What should I eat to lose weight?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Although we all have tastebuds that are dying to sample all the yummy food around us, we must remember that anything in excess is bad.

Hypertension Day: 5 Changes To Lower BP

Hypertension Day: 5 Changes To Lower BP

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Cut back on salt intake and just watch your blood pressure fall, advises Dr Sameer Gupta, cardiologist and director, Umkal Hospital, Gurugram.

Vedika's Vegan Thai Red Curry With Veggies and Tofu

Vedika's Vegan Thai Red Curry With Veggies and Tofu

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

This versatile Thai red curry takes any kind of vegetable or protein in it and is served with steamed rice and garnish.

DON'T MISS: The oil that FIGHTS cholesterol and diabetes

DON'T MISS: The oil that FIGHTS cholesterol and diabetes

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Dr Meena Mehta of Dr BM Nanavati College of Home Science in Mumbai tells us just why we should consider switching to rice bran oil.

Legendary Kathak dancer Birju Maharaj passes away

Legendary Kathak dancer Birju Maharaj passes away

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Maharaj-ji, as he was popularly known, died surrounded by his family and disciples.

Is excess masturbation bad for men?

Is excess masturbation bad for men?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

Sexual pleasure is more affected by psychological attachment, intimacy, and relationship satisfaction -- not just the size or shape of the genitals, notes Rajat Jadhav, co-founder, Bold Care, a digital men's health and wellness start-up.

Is it risky to have a baby after 35?

Is it risky to have a baby after 35?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

There is a greater risk of miscarriage and stillbirth in women who are older than 35 years, warns Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj.

5 steps to control your blood sugar

5 steps to control your blood sugar

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Here are some simple and important ways to control your blood sugar and live healthier.

WELLNESS GURU: Are e-cigarettes dangerous?

WELLNESS GURU: Are e-cigarettes dangerous?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

'E-cigarette devices expose users to toxic metals like lead, arsenic, chromium and nickel,' warns Wellness Guru Roopashree Sharma.

Another COVID-19 patient dies in Mumbai; Maha toll reaches 2

Another COVID-19 patient dies in Mumbai; Maha toll reaches 2

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

The Brihamumbai Municipal Corporation in a statement said the patient had chronic history of diabetes, high blood pressure and ischemic heart disease.

A Simple Recipe By Kubbra Sait's Mumma

A Simple Recipe By Kubbra Sait's Mumma

Rediff.com27 May 2022

The actress remembers the everyday fare at her childhood home in Bengaluru.

Maskless indoor interactions pose greatest Covid risk, finds study

Maskless indoor interactions pose greatest Covid risk, finds study

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

The research, published in the Journal of Internal Medicine on Tuesday, describes how different sized respiratory droplets emitted while speaking have a range of sizes, and can carry different amounts of virus.

Recipe: How to make Black Lentil Salad

Recipe: How to make Black Lentil Salad

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

A delicious salad recipe you'll love.

BCCI SOP: 60-plus Arun Lal can't coach Bengal

BCCI SOP: 60-plus Arun Lal can't coach Bengal

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The BCCI's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for state associations bars 60-plus individuals from taking part in the training camp ahead of the new season, potentially affecting Arun Lal and Australian Dav Whatmore, who are coaches of Bengal and Baroda respectively.

'Numbers will continue to rise in Mumbai till May end'

'Numbers will continue to rise in Mumbai till May end'

Rediff.com8 May 2020

'In Mumbai the mortality rate was reaching a percentage of almost 8 plus in about April.' 'But now over last one month, we have come down.' 'We have drastically controlled mortality.' 'We are now about 3.9.'

'I'm 32. Is it right age to buy mediclaim?'

'I'm 32. Is it right age to buy mediclaim?'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Roopam Asthana, CEO and whole-time director, Liberty General Insurance Ltd, will answer your queries on HEALTH insurance and AUTO insurance.

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Chapati in addition provides fibre from whole grain cereal whereas rice is a refined cereal, without fibre content, says Komal Jethmalani.