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What's a 'healthy' vegetarian diet?

What's a 'healthy' vegetarian diet?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

'Having refined carbohydrates -- such as maida -- in excess is not really healthy.'

Don't miss: Which is the healthiest chutney?

Don't miss: Which is the healthiest chutney?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

It is not just taste, chutneys can act as a detox agent and soothe your tummy too!

Deadliest diseases decline in India but...

Deadliest diseases decline in India but...

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

An infographic showing the mortality per 1,00,000 population figures for four of India's deadliest diseases as reported by the World Health Organisation.

PHOTOS: Cong orders food for BJP 'friends' in K'taka

PHOTOS: Cong orders food for BJP 'friends' in K'taka

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

'It's our duty to arrange food and other things for them. Some of them have diabetes and BP, that's why we arranged everything here'

Unbelievable! This is what Kartik Aryan eats

Unbelievable! This is what Kartik Aryan eats

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

"I think this is a myth that to be fit you need to be a non-vegetarian."

Cabinet nods Rs 15,000 cr scheme for pharma sector

Cabinet nods Rs 15,000 cr scheme for pharma sector

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

The government on Wednesday approved a production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the pharmaceutical sector, entailing an outlay of Rs 15,000 crore. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the scheme which will benefit domestic manufacturers, help create employment and is expected to contribute to the availability of a wider range of affordable medicines for consumers. The duration of the scheme would be from 2020-21 to 2028-29 and is expected to promote the production of high value products in the country and increase the value addition in exports, an official release said.

India's first COVID-19 death confirmed in Karnataka

India's first COVID-19 death confirmed in Karnataka

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

The 76-year-old, who recently returned from Saudi Arabia, had died on Tuesday night.

How to plan for health-related expenses

How to plan for health-related expenses

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

You need to start much early considering costs have risen 40-70% in just five years.

COVID-19: 7 steps to take care of your parents, elders

COVID-19: 7 steps to take care of your parents, elders

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

Elders must think twice about having friends and family members visit them, especially if anyone in the family might be sick, says Prashanth Reddy.

Covid: First Indian to get Trump cocktail discharged from hospital

Covid: First Indian to get Trump cocktail discharged from hospital

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Mohabbat Singh was administered a cocktail of Casirivimab and Imdevimab at the Medanta Hospital as part of the "single dose infusion-based treatment" on Tuesday and then kept under observation.

Here's what Amitabh Bachchan did on his 70th birthday!

Here's what Amitabh Bachchan did on his 70th birthday!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Here's looking at Amitabh Bachchan's special day in pictures.

Fit and proper: Losing weight through surgery

Fit and proper: Losing weight through surgery

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Is it safe? Bariatric surgery is very safe if performed at a proper centre by a competent surgeon.

Only 0.33% COVID-19 patients on ventilators: Vardhan

Only 0.33% COVID-19 patients on ventilators: Vardhan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The Union health minister said of the total active COVID-19 cases in the country, 1.5 per cent are on oxygen support and 2.34 per cent are in ICUs.

Sharif to be shifted to hospital due to 'cardiac issues'

Sharif to be shifted to hospital due to 'cardiac issues'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

Last week, it was reported that Sharif is on the verge of a kidney failure and doctors have recommended to shift him to a hospital immediately.

How high intensity workouts can benefit you

How high intensity workouts can benefit you

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

A new study has revealed how high-intensity interval training HIIT and sprint interval training (SIT) can improve cardio-respiratory fitness in people with spinal cord injuries.

Senate confirms Dr Vivek Murthy as US Surgeon General

Senate confirms Dr Vivek Murthy as US Surgeon General

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Dr Murthy, 43, would occupy the position of America's Surgeon General for the second time. In 2011, president Barack Obama tapped him to serve on the advisory group on prevention, health promotion, and integrative and public health.

Mumbai's mental health crisis: 31% seek help for disorders

Mumbai's mental health crisis: 31% seek help for disorders

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Psychological disorders top patients' list at Mumbai civic hospitals.

ASK DR JAIN: Is keratin treatment for hair safe?

ASK DR JAIN: Is keratin treatment for hair safe?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Tackle your hair and skin problems with expert help from Dr Dinesh Jain.

11 Tips To Keep Your Heart Healthy

11 Tips To Keep Your Heart Healthy

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

'We have no time for meals. We don't sleep on time or have family or community interactions.' 'All this stress has made us pressure cookers without valves.' 'No wonder then we are bursting out with heart attacks,' points out Dr Udgeath Dhir, director, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram.

A bisexual relationship can break your heart

A bisexual relationship can break your heart

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Bisexual men, according to a study, have a higher risk for heart disease.

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

If you are pregnant or obese you are at higher risk of swine flu.

Dear women, don't ignore dark circles, itchy skin

Dear women, don't ignore dark circles, itchy skin

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

It could be sign of iron deficiency anaemia or an impending skin cancer, says dermatologist Dr Vandana Punjabi.

Vajpayee critical, put on life support, says AIIMS

Vajpayee critical, put on life support, says AIIMS

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The 93-year-old former prime minister was admitted to the premier All India Institute of Medical Sciences on June 11 with a kidney tract infection, urinary tract infection, low urine output and chest congestion.

DRDO's Covid drug: Benefits. Concerns

DRDO's Covid drug: Benefits. Concerns

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Commercial launch and supply to major government and private hospitals is expected in mid-June.

Can you spread COVID-19 by talking?

Can you spread COVID-19 by talking?

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Why a new study suggests you wear a face mask when you speak to anyone.

68-yr-old coronavirus victim cremated under medical supervision

68-yr-old coronavirus victim cremated under medical supervision

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Officials said the Nigambodh Ghat Sanchalan Samiti, which manages the operations at the crematorium, delayed the last rites by a few hours and approached municipal authorities to seek directives in view of the coronavirus outbreak.

Largest overseas evacuation of Indians begins on May 7

Largest overseas evacuation of Indians begins on May 7

Rediff.com5 May 2020

ccording to the MEA plan shared with the ministry of civil aviation that is set to begin from May 7, approximately 14,800 passengers will be evacuated from 13 different countries. F

Check out this wellness guide

Check out this wellness guide

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Exercise at least 45 minutes every day -- brisk walking, running, cycling or any other form of physical activity is beneficial, says Dr Naresh Trehan.

How safe are the medicines you are taking? Study finds some can be life threatening

How safe are the medicines you are taking? Study finds some can be life threatening

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Few drugs in the market are not approved by the authorities and can be life-threatening.

The many health benefits of dahi

The many health benefits of dahi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

We've all heard about calcium in milk and yogurt and how it makes our bones stronger, but a new study has found that consuming yogurt 4 to 5 times a week may help you lower the risk for developing Type-2 diabetes as well.

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'During pregnancy, your body may tell you what it's feeling more acutely than during other phases of life, which is your body's way of adapting to protect your pregnancy.'

Losing your sex drive? This could be the reason!

Losing your sex drive? This could be the reason!

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

These tips may come handy.

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Currently under investigation in clinical trials, left gastric artery embolisation is a less invasive option to surgery.

How to beat bladder blues during pregnancy

How to beat bladder blues during pregnancy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

The arrival of your baby releases all the added pressure from your bladder along with the frequent urge to pee. But your body still requires time to recuperate.

Jaitley suffering from kidney ailment, may undergo transplant

Jaitley suffering from kidney ailment, may undergo transplant

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

'I am being treated for kidney related problems and certain infections that I have contracted,' he said in a tweet.

THIS diet will save the planet

THIS diet will save the planet

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

A plant-based diet can make you healthier.

10 DO-AT-HOME Exercises To STAY FIT

10 DO-AT-HOME Exercises To STAY FIT

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

Fitness expert Sumit Dubey suggests some equipment-free workouts to keep you in shape.

Scientists identify unique patterns in COVID-19 spread in India

Scientists identify unique patterns in COVID-19 spread in India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

The study, published in the journal Science on Wednesday, assessed the disease transmission patterns in 5,75,071 individuals exposed to 84,965 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the two states based on data collected by tens of thousands of contact tracers.

As domestic sales decline, drug makers focus on exports

As domestic sales decline, drug makers focus on exports

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

While sales in the domestic market declined 4.2 per cent during the April-July period, exports grew steadily at 9.5 per cent during the same period.

Vajpayee died of multi-organ failure

Vajpayee died of multi-organ failure

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

The 93-year-old veteran politician, who died at 05.05 pm, was also put on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support on his last day, they said.