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10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Dr Arush Sabharwal, bariatric and metabolic surgeon at SCOD (Surgical Centre for Obesity and Diabetes) Clinic, explains how choosing certain foods can help boost your metabolism.

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

How 'Minister of Happiness' Jabeur battled depression

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Former World No. 2 Ons Jabeur said she was putting herself first for a change and would take control of her schedule after becoming depressed during a punishing run on tour.

Feeling Lonely? Here's How To Beat It

Feeling Lonely? Here's How To Beat It

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

In a world that needs more connection, learn how to break free from loneliness, build meaningful relationships, and improve your health.

Is Poor Posture Giving You Back Pain?

Is Poor Posture Giving You Back Pain?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

rediffGURU Dr Nidhi Gupta, a physiotherapist and the founder of Merahki Holistic Wellness Company explains why it's important to correct your posture while sitting or working.

Protein Craze Sweeps India

Protein Craze Sweeps India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

How much protein is needed for a healthy daily diet? A healthy adult needs a minimum of 0.80 gram of protein for every kilogramme of body weight per day. The average consumption of protein in India is around 62 gm per day, which is way lower than the global average of 78 gm.

5 Tips to Maximize Your Walking Benefits

5 Tips to Maximize Your Walking Benefits

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Alternating three minutes of fast walking with three minutes of walking at a moderate pace showed greater improvement in blood sugar control and fitness levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes than those who walked at a steady pace for the same time period.

Why Are Girls Hitting Puberty Earlier?

Why Are Girls Hitting Puberty Earlier?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Diets rich in sugar, processed foods, and unhealthy fats tend to result in quicker growth and earlier puberty, notes Dr Rohan Palshetkar, head of unit bloom IVF, DY Patil School of Medicine.

Tara Prasad Stuns Skating Rink

Tara Prasad Stuns Skating Rink

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'Skating was just something I did for fun. It was only after I took a long sabbatical and came back to skating that I considered pursuing it seriously. By then, I already had an Indian passport.'

ChatGPT5: OpenAI's Sam Altman's Big Bet

ChatGPT5: OpenAI's Sam Altman's Big Bet

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Sam Altman is wagering on GPT5 as a leap towards AGI -- smarter, more accurate and less flattering -- but admits the AI still lacks selflearning.

'Lalu Family's Has Had Problems For Long'

'Lalu Family's Has Had Problems For Long'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

'In times of adversity, families unite, but the reverse is happening in the Lalu family.'

Smile, Nod, Suffer: Are You Too Nice At Work?

Smile, Nod, Suffer: Are You Too Nice At Work?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Organisations that reward constant optimism and penalise negativity create environments where employees feel pressured to hide their struggles, notes Sonica Aron, founder of HR consultancy firm Marching Sheep.

World No 1 faces backlash for playing lucrative event

World No 1 faces backlash for playing lucrative event

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Carlos Alcaraz has defended his decision to play in the lucrative Six Kings Slam exhibition event in Saudi Arabia

Best Exercises For High BP, Lower Back Pain

Best Exercises For High BP, Lower Back Pain

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan suggests simple exercises that will help manage your blood pressure, sciatica pain and lower back pain.

70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

A new report highlights the financial dependence, health challenges, and social isolation faced by India's elderly population, calling for greater support and inclusion.

Burnout Or Boredom? Know The Signs At Work

Burnout Or Boredom? Know The Signs At Work

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Even though both situations -- with their symptoms of detachment and fatigue -- may occur at the same time, the causes for both are quite different. Which means they need to be approached differently, points out Shruti Swaroop, founder, Embrace Consulting and co-founder, International Inclusion Alliance.

Yoga Special, Day 1: Vriksasana, The Tree Pose

Yoga Special, Day 1: Vriksasana, The Tree Pose

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Welcome to Rediff's week-long celebration of yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. We begin today with Vriksasana, the Tree Pose.

Can Oil Pulling Prevent Cavities, Gum Disease?

Can Oil Pulling Prevent Cavities, Gum Disease?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad tells you how to take care of your gums and teeth.

What are the Most Awaited IPOs of 2026?

What are the Most Awaited IPOs of 2026?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Several companies across sectors like finance, healthcare, wellness, retail technology, and asset management are bracing up to hit the D-street. With an unprecedented 1.7 lakh crore raised in 2025, the momentum is likely to sustain in 2026.

Is Raw Sugar Better For Diabetics?

Is Raw Sugar Better For Diabetics?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a dietician and nutritionist with over 27 years of experience, shares expert advice on weight loss and diabetes management.

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

'Hard Times Made Me Better'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'In cricket, certain things are not in our control.'

How To Protect Your Health In Monsoon

How To Protect Your Health In Monsoon

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

In the monsoon, avoid heavy, greasy foods like pakodas that are deep fried as these take longer to digest, thus straining your gut.

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Yoga Special, Day 2: Virabhadrasana II, The Warrior II Pose

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Welcome to Day 2 of Rediff's week-long celebration of Yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. Today, learn about Virabhadrasana II or the Warrior II Pose.

Can Dehydration Cause Muscle Cramps?

Can Dehydration Cause Muscle Cramps?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a physiotherapist with 13 years of experience, explains how you can prevent injuries and heal from physical pain.

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Failure in examinations, the inability to get an expected score or admission to an educational institution of one's choice often precipitates distress in students and may increase the risk of suicide, warns Dr Rakesh K Chadda.

How To Breathe Effectively: 10 Easy Tips

How To Breathe Effectively: 10 Easy Tips

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Taarika Dave, holistic life coach and yoga expert at the Luke Coutinho Holistic Healing Systems, explains how you can improve your breathing using a few simple steps.

Gut Health Key To Prevent Chronic Illnesses

Gut Health Key To Prevent Chronic Illnesses

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Maintaining the balance of gut microbiota is important as an imbalance, also known as dysbiosis, can cause or aggravate different diseases, including but not limited to digestive problems such as inflammatory bowel syndrome, mental health issues like anxiety and depression and menstrual problems.

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Even after the removal of breast tissue, it is possible that the cancer may recur in the chest wall or the area where the surgery was performed, warns Dr Meghal Sanghavi, oncosurgeon, at Wockhardt Hospitals.

Walnut: The New Superfood For Stressed Students

Walnut: The New Superfood For Stressed Students

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

In the weeks before their next exam, stressed-out college students may wish to add walnuts to their daily diet.

Yoga Special, Day 3 Utthita Trikonasana, The Extended Triangle Pose

Yoga Special, Day 3 Utthita Trikonasana, The Extended Triangle Pose

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Today, learn about Utthita Trikonasana or the Extended Triangle Pose.

'Want To Retire At 47 With 5 Cr'

'Want To Retire At 47 With 5 Cr'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Sachin Tendulkar Foundation eyes sports icon from Naxalite area

Sachin Tendulkar Foundation eyes sports icon from Naxalite area

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The administration has introduced 'Maidan Cup' in collaboration with the Mann Deshi Foundation and Sachin Tendulkar Foundation, under which 50 playgrounds will be developed in Dantewada to boost sports culture and talent.

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

How Do You Parent A Mini Adult?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

As the digital age turns children into informed, opinionated little adults, what guardrails should parents employ? Parents with new-age sensibilities admit to oftentimes feeling stumped. A psychologist, a principal and an eye doctor suggest how they can navigate this new parental landscape.

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In Week 9 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, rediffGURU Pushpa R teaches you the Parvatasana aka The Mountain Pose.

Can Face Yoga Improve Your Appearance?

Can Face Yoga Improve Your Appearance?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Radhika Iyer Talati explains how yoga can help you stay fit and healthy.

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

World Hypertension Day: 5 Asanas To Help Lower Blood Pressure

Rediff.com17 May 2025

On World Hypertension Day, Atmarpit Dr Mansiji lists five gentle yoga poses that ease stress, calm the mind, and lower blood pressure naturally

The Best Foods To Heal A Fatty Liver

The Best Foods To Heal A Fatty Liver

Rediff.com30 May 2025

To support liver health and potentially reverse fatty liver, it's essential to focus on a well-balanced diet, portion control, and active lifestyle habits, says rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutritionist and dietician.

'Help! Coworker's Cat Is Distracting Me at Work'

'Help! Coworker's Cat Is Distracting Me at Work'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta tells you how to deal with a colleague who brings a pet to work and distracts you.

Yoga Special, Day 5: Prasarita Padottanasana

Yoga Special, Day 5: Prasarita Padottanasana

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Welcome to Day 5 of Rediff's week-long celebration of Yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga. Today, learn about Prasarita Padottanasana, The Wide-Legged Forward Fold.

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Seeking the services of American psychologist and mental conditioning coach Peter Harberl, following a disappointing Asian Games, has played a significant role in the Indian women's hockey team's turnaround in the ongoing FIH Olympic Qualifiers.

5 Tips To Improve Bone Health

5 Tips To Improve Bone Health

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Changing some of your lifestyle habits may result in the most rewarding results not only for your bone health, but also your overall health.