News for 'nutrition'

FMCG leaders beat FY21 blues, exceed pre-Covid levels

FMCG leaders beat FY21 blues, exceed pre-Covid levels

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

In spite of a severe second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, and a widespread disruption in public life therefore, India's fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) sector seems to have emerged as one of the most resilient segments of the economy. The early numbers and estimates for the April-June quarter indicate a steady recovery in FMCG players' business, which is now set to exceed the pre-pandemic level. Amid nationwide lockdowns because of the first Covid wave, FMCG revenues had been severely affected in mid-2020.

If All Indians Are Your Brothers And Sisters...

If All Indians Are Your Brothers And Sisters...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

'One doesn't need to wait for the government to come forward to help.' 'Why blame the system when we can start doing things in a small way?'

AITA plans camp for India's top tennis players in Delhi

AITA plans camp for India's top tennis players in Delhi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The All India Tennis Association has decided to invite India's top players for a training camp at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association in New Delhi with an aim to provide a platform for their return to competitive action from next year.

GSK slashes price of Crocin tablets

GSK slashes price of Crocin tablets

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

GSKAP takes care of all non-nutrition products whereas GSK Consumer Healthcare is a listed entity which deals only in nutritional products.

India not blocking rule-based global trade, says Modi

India not blocking rule-based global trade, says Modi

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

He conveyed India's position to visiting Director General of the Food and Agriculture Organization Jose Graziano da Silva whom he urged to take the lead in protecting the interests of the poor and farmers at the World Trade Organisation.

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.

Trump speaks to Modi, 'expresses satisfaction' on GES

Trump speaks to Modi, 'expresses satisfaction' on GES

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

President Trump's daughter Ivanka had led the US delegation at the three-day event.

Modi meets 42 global CEOs, pushes Startup India

Modi meets 42 global CEOs, pushes Startup India

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Chairing an exclusive roundtable with 42 global CEOs and top executives from across 20 sectors, Modi stressed on continued political stability in India, predictability of policy, and pro-development and pro-growth policies.

Here's why Bumrah must be careful...

Here's why Bumrah must be careful...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

Bumrah faces risk of suffering lumbar injuries, feels strength and conditioning sciences expert

Booming economy not helping our malnourished kids: Study

Booming economy not helping our malnourished kids: Study

Rediff.com14 Mar 2011

India's impressive economic growth has not led to a reduction in under-nutrition among its children, according to a Harvard study that said the government should use its growing revenues for direct investments in aid like food stamps to address the problem.

Toddy-tappers take on EPS, Stalin

Toddy-tappers take on EPS, Stalin

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The Tamil Nadu Toddy Movement had met both Chief Minister Palaniswami and Stalin to seek their intervention in lifting the ban on toddy-tapping and had submitted petitions, but there it remained. So the matter is being taken to the people's court.

COVID-19: Dos and don'ts for the elderly

COVID-19: Dos and don'ts for the elderly

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

The ministry advised the elderly people to wash their hands and face at regular intervals with soap, stay at home, avoid meeting visitors at home and if such a meeting is essential, maintain a distance of at least one metre.

How to make a career out of eating right and staying fit

How to make a career out of eating right and staying fit

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

Demand for dieticians and nutritionists is on the rise as their role gets recognised in health and allied sectors. Here's how you can become one

Indian-American pleads guilty to defrauding investors

Indian-American pleads guilty to defrauding investors

Rediff.com21 May 2015

According to records, at least 5 victims were defrauded.

Olympics, CWG bigger than cricket events, says Sehwag

Olympics, CWG bigger than cricket events, says Sehwag

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

'I realised that whatever facilities we (cricketers) are getting, these guys are not even getting 10 or 20 per cent of that'

Why the Internet LOVES this health coach

Why the Internet LOVES this health coach

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Instagram can't stop drooling over her sexy workout pics.

The smile that stole Priyanka's heart

The smile that stole Priyanka's heart

Rediff.com24 May 2018

'NO child deserves a life without hope for the future.'

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

The Indian teenager will train at Basketball Australia's Centre of Excellence from November 7-24.

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.

India doesn't want 'just doodh' any more...

India doesn't want 'just doodh' any more...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Between September 2017 and August 2018, close to 15% of all flavoured milk launches in India were in the chocolate category, reports Nitin Kumar.

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.

SEE: The Skateboard Sensation!

SEE: The Skateboard Sensation!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

Meet street skateboarder Jay Singh, 18, proud winner of the Skater of the Year Award.

Food Bill historic, says Sonia; BJP dubs it as 'vote security bill'

Food Bill historic, says Sonia; BJP dubs it as 'vote security bill'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Murli Manohar Joshi on Monday described the United Progressive Alliance's ambitious Food Security Bill as nothing but a 'vote security bill'.

Mira Nair's son wins election to New York State assembly

Mira Nair's son wins election to New York State assembly

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

'It's official: we won. I'm going to Albany to fight to tax the rich, heal the sick, house the poor & build a socialist New York. But I can't do it alone. To win socialism, we'll need a mass movement of the multiracial working class as well. So let's build one,' Mamdani tweeted.

Low fat, light, lean: Understand your food labels

Low fat, light, lean: Understand your food labels

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

A little attention to detail can go a long way in boosting your health.

5 anti-viral super foods to include in your diet

5 anti-viral super foods to include in your diet

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

It is important to increase your intake of vitamin C through natural food sources, says Aarti Gill.

Remembering India's struggle for Freedom

Remembering India's struggle for Freedom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

India's struggle for freedom is one of the most unique and compelling stories of the 20th century.

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!

10 simple tips to improve your immunity

10 simple tips to improve your immunity

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Taking a morning walk in the sun will ensure you get natural vitamin D, which is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of keeping you fit and healthy, says nutritionist Honey Thaker.

Beware! Raisins can ruin your child's teeth

Beware! Raisins can ruin your child's teeth

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

The concentrated sugar content in dried fruit is extremely detrimental to a child's teeth

Do you need to reassess your diet?

Do you need to reassess your diet?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2010

Good nutrition is one of the keys to good health. This means making sure you regularly eat foods that have a lot of vitamins and minerals in them, as well as those that are not high in fat content.

Klopp dedicates EPL title triumph to fans, ex-players, managers

Klopp dedicates EPL title triumph to fans, ex-players, managers

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

"...This club is built on what they did. It's built ... on (Bill) Shankly, (Bob) Paisley and (Joe) Fagan and all the others, but on these players... Steven Gerrard -- this club's built on, in the last 20 years, on Stevie's legs..."

Can Modi improve vaccination rollout?

Can Modi improve vaccination rollout?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'In India, there's currently evidence the Centre has not managed a smooth vaccine rollout.' 'It is now falling back on blaming states, which are facing vaccine shortages,' points out Devangshu Datta.

Rapid decline in number of people falling sick to mysterious disease

Rapid decline in number of people falling sick to mysterious disease

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

In their preliminary findings presented to the Andhra Pradesh government, the experts noted that it was a point source epidemic and a likely case of acute intoxication of toxins, but not chronic.

Centre issues guidelines on Covid management in rural areas

Centre issues guidelines on Covid management in rural areas

Rediff.com16 May 2021

As rural areas see a rise in COVID-19 cases, the Centre on Sunday issued new guidelines for containment of the virus advising that peri-urban and rural areas plan a minimum 30-bedded COVID Care Centre for asymptomatic cases with comorbidities or mild cases where home isolation is not feasible.

Do liquid diets really help you lose weight?

Do liquid diets really help you lose weight?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Following a liquid diet without the supervision or guidance of an expert can lead to uncalled health consequences, says Nmami Agarwal.

Modi sees India's manufacturing output to grow by $520 bn in 5 yrs

Modi sees India's manufacturing output to grow by $520 bn in 5 yrs

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said production linked incentive (PLI) scheme, which is aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and exports, is expected to increase the country's production by $520 billion in the next five years. Addressing a webinar on PLI scheme, organised by Department of Industry and International Trade (DPIIT) and NITI Aayog, through video conference, Modi said the government is continuously carrying out reforms to boost domestic manufacturing. In this year's Budget, about Rs 2 lakh crore was earmarked for the PLI scheme for the next five years and "there is an expectation that the scheme would result in increasing the production by about $520 billion in the next five years", he said. He added that there is also an expectation that the current workforce in the sectors, which will avail the benefits of the PLI scheme, will be doubled and job creation will also increase.

Centre mismanaged Covid, allowed vaccine shortage: Sonia

Centre mismanaged Covid, allowed vaccine shortage: Sonia

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

Sonia called for cancelling all public gatherings and poll rallies in view of the rising number of coronavirus cases.

'You can grow in any direction if you work hard'

'You can grow in any direction if you work hard'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

Miss Grand India Manika Sheokand wants to challenge what people think of a girl child.

Say goodbye to period cramps with these foods

Say goodbye to period cramps with these foods

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

Opt for foods low on salt, high in iron, protein and calcium.