News for 'Health and Nutrition'

Madhuri Dixit gets FDA notice for endorsing Maggi

Madhuri Dixit gets FDA notice for endorsing Maggi

Rediff.com29 May 2015

If the actress fails to respond to the notice within the stipulated time frame, a case could be registered against her, Food Security Officer Mahimanand Joshi said.

5 habits to give up for a healthy life

5 habits to give up for a healthy life

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

Women who practiced all five habits gained over 10 years of disease-free life, and men who did so gained almost eight years.

Watch out for this Indian boxer at Tokyo Olympics

Watch out for this Indian boxer at Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Vikas Krishan has no qualms admitting that he has been indisciplined and too reliant on luck in the past, problems that he claims to have fixed ahead of the Tokyo Games.

A pharmacy store in your pocket!

A pharmacy store in your pocket!

Rediff.com16 May 2016

1mg has made buying medicines easy and it aims to do more in online health care.

Tagore, Hritihik, Kajol have 'benefited from consuming' Bournvita

Tagore, Hritihik, Kajol have 'benefited from consuming' Bournvita

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The health drink brand from Mondelez walks the tight rope between tradition and trendy to stay relevant.

An 'app' a day to keep the doctor away

An 'app' a day to keep the doctor away

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

The smartphone you carry in your pocket can now inspire you to lead a fit life with a wide range of apps.

5 healthy tips to have a guilt free Diwali

5 healthy tips to have a guilt free Diwali

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Useful tips from fitness expert Meenakshi Mohanty to ensure that you keep your health a priority during this time of decadent meals and excessive drinks.

7 simple tips to fight unhealthy cravings

7 simple tips to fight unhealthy cravings

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Munch seeds like flax seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc. Include fruits and berries. They are delicious and healthy.

How do you make your child eat a healthy meal?

How do you make your child eat a healthy meal?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

How do you get your child to eat right? Our Kid Eats Everything by Neelanjana Singh tells you just that! And we bring this excerpt from the book for you:

Headache? Lack of concentration? Start exercising!

Headache? Lack of concentration? Start exercising!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

>Exercising several times a week (for 30 to 60 minutes) may sharpen reasoning and learning skills.

India hockey coach Harendra slams food quality at training camp

India hockey coach Harendra slams food quality at training camp

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Harendra Singh complained to Hockey India about the sub-standard quality of food and hygiene level at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Bengaluru, where the national team is currently training ahead of the Champions Trophy.

Danone to enter new product categories with Protinex

Danone to enter new product categories with Protinex

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The company believes that Protinex's current powder form limits the scope of expanding the business and hence, diversification into new categories is essential for its growth.

Fat to Fit: How I lost 23 kg without a trainer

Fat to Fit: How I lost 23 kg without a trainer

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Mahima Seth, 25 who works as a financial consultant tells us how she lost 23 kg in 10 months.

India ahead of other Asian countries: WB

India ahead of other Asian countries: WB

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

A new World Bank-IMF Report says India has achieved significant levels of poverty reduction as a result of high GDP growth of about nine per cent, but regretted serious shortfalls in achieving other Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) like child nutrition and health. Entitled 'Global Monitoring Report 2008,' the report's theme was 'MDGs and the Environment: Agenda for inclusive and sustainable development.' South Asia nations may fall short of the MDGs, says the report.

Why Kohli gave a thumbs down to Pepsi

Why Kohli gave a thumbs down to Pepsi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

The India captain refused to renew the contract which ended in April this year, saying at the time that he would not ask people to consume something that he himself does not.

Jaitley announces Rs 1.84 lakh crore for women and child development

Jaitley announces Rs 1.84 lakh crore for women and child development

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

Budget for women and children welfare increased from Rs 1,56,528 crores to Rs 1,84,632 crores for 2017-18

Pollution: Delhi govt issues advisory; Haryana, UP schools shut

Pollution: Delhi govt issues advisory; Haryana, UP schools shut

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

In a statement, Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said the air pollution had reached the severe level and asked people to follow the dos and don'ts as mentioned in the advisory.

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

How UP Women Powered BJP Victory

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

'Economic issues do not matter during elections; it is the emotional connect that helps swing votes.'

10 ways to include folic acid in your daily diet

10 ways to include folic acid in your daily diet

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Eating a variety of healthy foods -- fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds -- is an easy way to increase your folate intake, says Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj.

Blame your hubby for your being fat!

Blame your hubby for your being fat!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

Tried everything but can't seem to get rid of your post-marriage love handles? Well, don't question your determination for the failed plan, for the real culprit behind all weight worries is your hubby.

The Junk Food Conundrum

The Junk Food Conundrum

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Should junk food be sold in Indian schools?

Get healthy with veggies!

Get healthy with veggies!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

Increasing your vegetable intake doesn't have to be a difficult undertaking at all. To help you introduce some healthy greens into your diet without giving up your meat, here are some easy ways to sneak in some veggies.

Move over Maggi, Nestle will sell pet food. Woof!

Move over Maggi, Nestle will sell pet food. Woof!

Rediff.com18 May 2017

Can Nestle go beyond Maggi? While recovery in the March quarter has been led by the popular noodle brand, the company hopes for a different revenue mix in five years.

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

When you know you've done your best, you are likely to feel more relaxed and confident that you will be safe, says Aayushi Lakhapati.

FULL TEXT: President's address on the eve of 72nd Republic Day

FULL TEXT: President's address on the eve of 72nd Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's address to the nation on the eve of 72nd Republic Day.

Must read: A 73-yr-old's inspiring weight loss journey

Must read: A 73-yr-old's inspiring weight loss journey

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Joan MacDonald began her fitness journey three years ago and has already lost 22 kg.

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Few people know Ratan Tata as well as R K Krishna Kumar does. Widely perceived to be among the managers closest to Tata, Krishna Kumar assesses Ratan Tata, the man and business leader, in this exclusive interview to Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

How this Google employee lost 19 kg in one year

How this Google employee lost 19 kg in one year

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Nimit Agarwal, 26 tells us how he went from 84 kg to 65 kg within a year.

Experts bat for coconut oil

Experts bat for coconut oil

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

At a time when all edible oils are being dumped by health conscious consumers, fearing cholesterol-related problems, experts have batted for coconut oil.

India's problem of inclusiveness

India's problem of inclusiveness

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

That concern gets heightened as the findings dribble out regarding the latest National Family Health Survey

Why you should breastfeed your baby

Why you should breastfeed your baby

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Breastfed infants are known to grow into healthy children. A few of the many benefits of breastfeeding are presented here.

Lessons to protect ourselves from bad food

Lessons to protect ourselves from bad food

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

As people get rich, they end up losing the health advantage of food availability.

Food and drinks for your child!

Food and drinks for your child!

Rediff.com16 May 2005

Fab foods for hair like Sonam, Jennifer!

Fab foods for hair like Sonam, Jennifer!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2010

Just as we need to eat good food to be physically fit, our hair needs nutrition to keep at its bouncy best. These foods will have your hair looking like a superstar's!

Arunachal Pradesh to ban cola in schools

Arunachal Pradesh to ban cola in schools

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Arunachal Pradesh is likely to ban soft drinks in school campuses following reports that they contain high levels of pesticides.

Yogurt brand Epigamia gets a Deepika investment boost

Yogurt brand Epigamia gets a Deepika investment boost

Rediff.com14 May 2019

As part of the deal, Padukone will own equity in Drum Foods.

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Brand ambassadors and their lackeys are busy opposing the idea of being held accountable, even though they are ready to take all the money, says Sunita Narain.

Want to lose weight? Eat slowly

Want to lose weight? Eat slowly

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

If you chew your food well, you will find you need to eat less than usual to feel 'full'.

Why tea drinkers live a longer, healthier life

Why tea drinkers live a longer, healthier life

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

According to a new study, habitual tea consumers had a 20 per cent lower risk of heart disease and stroke.