News for 'nutrition'

'200 cows, $200M lines of credit': Modi ends 2-day Rwanda visit

'200 cows, $200M lines of credit': Modi ends 2-day Rwanda visit

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

Here are some of the glimpses of his visit.

10 ways to get rid of obesity

10 ways to get rid of obesity

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

Putting on weight? Obesity and weight-loss expert Dr Vidyut Sodha tells us how you can get rid of obesity.

India's FMCG majors pledge to turn 'healthy'

India's FMCG majors pledge to turn 'healthy'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Companies from Nestle and ITC to Hindustan Unilever and Patanjali have pledged to reduce use of unhealthy ingredients by five to 50 per cent

Here's why you are not losing weight

Here's why you are not losing weight

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

If you are serious about losing weight, you have to give up sugar completely.

Food Security Bill will push India toward malnutrition: Modi

Food Security Bill will push India toward malnutrition: Modi

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

Attacking Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over the proposed Food Security Bill, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi said the bill, in its current form, will push the country toward "malnutrition".

Docs get court nod to administer fluids to Naidu

Docs get court nod to administer fluids to Naidu

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

The condition of Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu "deteriorated" further on Tuesday even as he continued with his indefinite hunger strike seeking justice for farmers for the fifth day.

UP govt develops medicines with cow urine for liver, immunity

UP govt develops medicines with cow urine for liver, immunity

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The UP government is also planning to free up its own land from illegal encroachment to set up these new cow- shelters in "safe locations" and with full facility for fodder and water.

After Maggi, regulator orders testing of GSK, ITC fast food brands

After Maggi, regulator orders testing of GSK, ITC fast food brands

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Other noodle, pasta brands in scanner after Maggi.

Pharmaceutical mega brand buyouts a sweet pill

Pharmaceutical mega brand buyouts a sweet pill

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

It may be Doktor Mom in Russia, or Farex in India.

Golden boy Rahul brings joy for drought-prone Beed

Golden boy Rahul brings joy for drought-prone Beed

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The Commonwealth Games gold medallist wrestler's journey started in 2005 from a little known tehsil in Beed district called Patoda.

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.

Why US women's soccer team filed gender discrimination suit

Why US women's soccer team filed gender discrimination suit

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

US women's soccer team say lawsuit about more than money

Is jackfruit the new superfood?

Is jackfruit the new superfood?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

The long-neglected fruit may finally get the recognition it deserves.

Chubby to bikini athlete: How fitness changed my life

Chubby to bikini athlete: How fitness changed my life

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Here, Bengaluru-based fitness coach and influencer Lalitha Lakshman shares her inspiring fitness journey with us.

World Environment Day: What you can do

World Environment Day: What you can do

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Grow plants at home. Save water. Avoid plastic.

Has Salma Hayek lost her charm?

Has Salma Hayek lost her charm?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Presenting the best dressed at the Power of Women event in New York.

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.

Govt nods welfare scheme for women, children

Govt nods welfare scheme for women, children

Rediff.com20 Oct 2010

The Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on a pilot basis in 52 select districts for the remaining period of the XIth five year plan.

Govt to screen toys for toxic substances

Govt to screen toys for toxic substances

Rediff.com17 Jun 2010

Under the guidance of the India Council of Medical Research, three organisations -- National Institute of Occupational Health, Ahmedabad, National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences -- will detect level of toxicity in toys that can be injurious to health.

Five ways to lose weight without starving

Five ways to lose weight without starving

Rediff.com24 Sep 2010

Obesity is usually a result of overeating or unhealthy eating habits and sedentary habits. But eating less may cause nutritional deficiencies and health consequences. Careful selection of the right foods and eating smaller meals may help you lose weight better. Here then, are ways to feel satiated without starving yourself.

Poor marriage season spend impacting consumption

Poor marriage season spend impacting consumption

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

There is a need for stimulus, as India is essentially a consumption economy, argues Cargill India chairman Siraj Chaudhry

Poor marriage season spending impacts consumption

Poor marriage season spending impacts consumption

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

'There is a need for stimulus, as India is essentially a consumption economy.'

New Girl star Zooey has celiac disease. You could have it too!

New Girl star Zooey has celiac disease. You could have it too!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Millions of Indians have it, but go undiagnosed and suffer!

Tata Global Beverages plans restructuring

Tata Global Beverages plans restructuring

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

Tata Global Beverages, formerly Tata Tea, is considering restructuring the company's operations at various levels and aiming to launch a new nutrition-based beverage, according to top officials.

Is this the best 'superfood' ever?

Is this the best 'superfood' ever?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

They are rich in the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid and fibre.

After No 2 ranking, brand Saina soars

After No 2 ranking, brand Saina soars

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

A day after taking the world No 2 ranking, Indian badminton ace Saina Nehwal scaled another peak by signing her first brand endorsement deal with American direct selling company Herbalife.

Wockhardt-Abbott deal aborted

Wockhardt-Abbott deal aborted

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Foreign lenders to Wockhardt have succeeded in stalling the debt-ridden pharmaceutical company's attempts to sell its nutrition business to Abbott Laboratories.

'Without creating jobs and output, we are waiting for a disaster'

'Without creating jobs and output, we are waiting for a disaster'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

'We first need to acknowledge the truth.' 'We are trying to diminish the problem and say, everything is okay and green shoots are emerging.' 'Imagine you are a doctor and not getting accurate medical reports, how do you diagnose and treat the illness?' 'We are not dealing with a terminal illness here, we are dealing with BP and cholesterol, which are imminently curable.'

Five ways to lose weight without starving

Five ways to lose weight without starving

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

Eating less may cause nutritional deficiencies and health consequences. Careful selection of the right foods and eating smaller meals may help you lose weight better. Here then, are ways to feel satiated without starving yourself.

Can whole grains prevent diabetes?

Can whole grains prevent diabetes?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Eating at least 50 gm of whole grains every day will protect you against type 2 diabetes.

Modi uses UP government's website to nail Akhilesh

Modi uses UP government's website to nail Akhilesh

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday caught Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on the wrong foot as he cited the state's website which says life in Uttar Pradesh is "short and uncertain".

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.

German Biathlete tests positive for stimulant in Sochi

German Biathlete tests positive for stimulant in Sochi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

An unnamed German biathlete has tested positive for a stimulant at the Sochi Winter Olympics, making it the first doping case at the Games in Russia, a German ski federation official said on Friday.

India goalkeeper Paul let-off with a warning in doping case

India goalkeeper Paul let-off with a warning in doping case

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Veteran India goalkeeper Subrata Paul on Wednesday earned a massive reprieve after the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) revoked his provisional suspension, letting him off with a warning with regards to violation of anti-doping rule earlier this year.

PIX: Can you flex and bend like Bhagyashree?

PIX: Can you flex and bend like Bhagyashree?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

The Maine Pyar Kiya actor is back in shape and how.

Celebrating Heroes: Meet the IAF's first para rower

Celebrating Heroes: Meet the IAF's first para rower

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

'I am grateful to God that I am alive and he has made me differently-abled for a greater cause,' says Wing Commander Shantanu.

Worried about weak bones? Read this now

Worried about weak bones? Read this now

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

Weak bones are fragile. In such cases, even the smallest shock to the body caused by a minor fall or sudden movement can cause a serious fracture, says Maninder Shah Singh.

11 tips to LOSE weight and get a six-pack

11 tips to LOSE weight and get a six-pack

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

If you want to get shredded in very short span, you must eliminate dairy or other milk products from your diet plan.

Go back to grandma's kitchen to beat the fat

Go back to grandma's kitchen to beat the fat

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

Food is genetic medicine, and the kind that your ancestry has eaten for centuries is your best bet.

'Ayushman Bharat' tops NITI Aayog's Sunday agenda

'Ayushman Bharat' tops NITI Aayog's Sunday agenda

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

'Where is the spirit of Team India?' asks Chandrababu Naidu.