A new study reveals that obesity-related changes in body fat can disrupt brain signals and immune function, potentially worsening Alzheimer's disease.
Sujit Paul, group CEO at Zota Healthcare Ltd, recommends simple hacks to improve your energy and productivity levels at work.
Cardiologist Dr Vivek Mahajan explains the heart attack symptoms women often mistake for acidity, stress, menopause or fatigue, and when to seek help.
Young adults in India are increasingly grappling with high blood pressure, a condition once thought to affect mainly the older demographics. Cardiologists point to sedentary lifestyles, obesity, chronic stress and unhealthy diets as primary drivers of this silent epidemic.
The Maharashtra Public Health Department has issued a directive making healthy foods and beverages mandatory in all government canteens and official events. The order aims to reduce the consumption of ultra-processed foods and combat the rising incidence of non-communicable diseases by promoting a menu designed with ICMR-NIN and FSSAI guidelines.
From the air we breathe to the surfaces we touch, our everyday workplace can quietly influence both our physical and mental wellbeing, warns Dr Vikram Vora.
H1N1 influenza cases have seen a recent increase in Delhi and parts of North India. Experts confirm it's a known strain, not more virulent, and advise precautions, especially for high-risk individuals like the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses. They stress the importance of rest, hydration, and medical consultation for severe symptoms, while also noting that most cases are mild and self-limiting.
'Control your A, B, C and D.' 'A is A1C, keep your A1C below 7 per cent.' 'B is blood pressure, so keep your blood pressure at 130/ 80 or at least below 140/ 90.' 'C is cholesterol. The bad cholesterol is the LDL cholesterol, and it should be kept below 100, preferably below 70 or 50.' 'D is discipline like diet, exercise, sleep, no smoking, etc.' 'People with diabetes who follow A, B, C and D can live up to even 100 years of age without any complications.'
Emcure Pharmaceuticals on Monday said it saw Poviztra, its newly launched semaglutide brand, as a "long-term" opportunity in India's fast-evolving obesity and cardiometabolic therapy market, even as price competition in the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) segment intensified.
Doctors attribute the rise in male infertility to obesity, diabetes, smoking, chronic stress, inadequate sleep and sedentary lifestyles.
From what goes on your plate to how long someone sits with a laptop on their lap, seemingly harmless habits can make a big difference, warns says Dr Aakil Khan, consultant and urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane.
Gynaecologists are noticing a gradual rise in POI cases, with a few women under 40 being diagnosed every month.
For years, creatine has been associated with bodybuilders looking to bulk up. But emerging research is changing that perception.
The fast-growing GLP-1 market, propelled by lower-cost generics following patent expiry, is widening availability beyond patients with obesity and diabetes -- but also driving unsupervised, appearance-led demand, according to doctors.
'Don't chase unrealistic expectations or compare yourself to social media transformations.' 'Focus on your health first, not just the number on the scale before the wedding.'
Olympic medallists Manu Bhaker and Mirabai Chanu have joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative to combat obesity, emphasizing the importance of healthy lifestyle choices.
Young adults show alarming NCD trends, with high rates of obesity, prediabetes, and abnormal cholesterol levels.
PCOS is being renamed PMOS. Dr Anagha Menon breaks down why the one alphabet change matters and how it affects the diagnosis of this condition for so many women.
'...would obesity still be a global epidemic?'
'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'
Dr Rahul Gupta, director-cardiologist at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, shares simple habits that will help you prioritise your heart's health.
Even by conservative assumptions that 5 to 10 per cent of infected individuals develop long Covid, India today may be home to 50 to 100 million infected individuals -- many silently coping with breathlessness, fatigue, palpitations, brain fog, or unexplained clotting tendencies.
Initially, the lure of a big paycheck may feel rewarding. But, over time, professionals find themselves drifting away from family, friends and personal joys, observes Pradeep Pramanik.
"Menopause is not a one-day thing," says gynaecologist Dr Nidhi Jha, who is also a founder and director at Care&Cure Clinic, New Delhi. "It's a gradual process that begins years before your last period and it's deeply influenced by how you live your 20s."
While heartbreak is often seen as an emotional struggle, it is also known to cause headaches, nausea and vomiting, abdominal distress, weight gain or weight loss and could lead to a heart attack, warns Dr Rahul Bajaj.
'If a parent was diagnosed at 50, the child should start screenings 5 to 10 years earlier (around 35 to 40).' 'Awareness of family history and age of onset helps catch the disease early.'
Follow these simple, foolproof strategies to keep your calories and health under check.
Nearly 70% of autoimmune disease patients in India are women. Doctors have observed that autoimmune diseases are far more common among women, especially between the ages of 20 and 50, when hormonal and lifestyle factors are most active.
Blood pressure management is no longer just about a number on a chart
The major problem with colon cancer is that its symptoms are frequently indistinct in their early stages and appear to be similar to common digestive disorders like piles, infections or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), warns Dr Mohammed Mithi, surgical oncologist at Saifee Hospital.
Health experts advise young working professionals, especially those in high-stress sectors like IT, to adopt healthier lifestyles from an early age and undergo regular preventive health check-ups.
A common misconception is that dieting helps you reduce weight.
A study by AIIMS-Delhi and ICMR found no link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden cardiac arrests in young individuals, citing lifestyle factors as more prominent causes.
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.
Parliament introduces a new 'Health Menu' featuring millet-based dishes, salads, and lean protein options to promote healthier eating habits among lawmakers, officials, and visitors.
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.
'Obesity, especially central obesity and increased visceral fat due to physical inactivity, along with the consumption of high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sugar diets, are major contributing factors.'
A study has suggested that people fighting the battle of the bulge should de-stress themselves, as it found that too much stress can make you fat.
Obesity worsens the effects of ageing on brain function, says study.
Recent reports of heart attacks occurring while dancing, driving, or even walking have raised concerns about the condition's unpredictability. Experts emphasize the importance of regular health check-ups to detect underlying heart diseases and prevent sudden cardiac events. Factors contributing to the rise include unhealthy lifestyles, genetic predisposition, and inadequate sleep. The article highlights the need for increased public awareness and stricter implementation of government programs to address the growing trend of heart attacks, particularly among younger individuals.
