News for 'obesity'

World Diabetes Day: How to control the killer disease

World Diabetes Day: How to control the killer disease

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

It's common sense really... stuff you most certainly should know. But every once in a while it's good to remind oneself of what one must do to stay healthy and keep diabetes at bay.

Unplanned vaccination can promote mutant strains: Experts to PM

Unplanned vaccination can promote mutant strains: Experts to PM

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

A group of public health experts, including doctors from All India Institute of Medical Sciences and members from the national taskforce on COVID-19, have said that mass, indiscriminate and incomplete vaccination can trigger emergence of mutant strains and recommended that there is no need to inoculate those who had documented coronavirus infection.

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

According to medical practitioners, the treatment is especially useful in controlling disease among those who have not received the vaccine or got only one shot and also the high-risk contacts of a patient.

Air India wants to retain overweight cabin crew

Air India wants to retain overweight cabin crew

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

A cabin crew member found overweight is deemed 'temporarily unfit' and given three months to reduce weight.

The top 5 challenges facing India's youth

The top 5 challenges facing India's youth

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Motivational speaker and former Indian Coast Guard officer Kulpreet Yadav explains why India's youngsters don't have it easy.

The Magic of Millet

The Magic of Millet

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

These recipes will tickle your tastebuds and ensure good health, says Sahana Shivprasad Shetty.

Tess Holliday's message to haters is savage!

Tess Holliday's message to haters is savage!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Do not worry about my fat a**, the plus-sized supermodel told people who shamed her.

6 Indian foods that are good for weight loss

6 Indian foods that are good for weight loss

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Here are six foods you must include in your diet that are healthy and will help you manage your weight better

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.

Oxford jabs effective against severe Covid: US trial

Oxford jabs effective against severe Covid: US trial

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

The Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine is also being produced as part of a tie-up by the Serum Institute of India.

10 healthy TIPS to fight PCOD

10 healthy TIPS to fight PCOD

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Along with medication, following a healthy diet along with regular exercise can help you fight the hormonal disorder, suggests gynecologist, obstetrician and IVF expert Dr Amit Patil.

Gaining weight? Blame it on stressed marriage

Gaining weight? Blame it on stressed marriage

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

The stress experienced by partners, and not the individual's stress, was associated with increased waist circumference, a new study has revealed.

10 reasons why you are NOT losing weight

10 reasons why you are NOT losing weight

Rediff.com22 May 2019

While it is important to have lesser calories when you are on a weight loss plan, it is equally vital to know where the calories are coming from, says Neha Dhulla.

Diet tips for a healthy heart

Diet tips for a healthy heart

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

Celebrity nutritionists Niti Desai will be available to provide diet tips for a healthy heart Wednesday October 8, 2014, between 3 pm and 4 pm.

How sitting for longs hours affects your brain

How sitting for longs hours affects your brain

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

It may even increase the risk of dementia, says study.

Unravelling Cervical Cancer Myths

Unravelling Cervical Cancer Myths

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Discarding these myths can help in prevention, early detection and cure of Cervical cancer

10 benefits of sleeping well

10 benefits of sleeping well

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

A deep peaceful sleep gives your heart and blood vessels a chance to rest and recover lowering your pulse and blood pressure.

10 lifestyle changes women MUST follow

10 lifestyle changes women MUST follow

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Cut down sugar. Have a balanced meal. Drink plenty of water. Get some sun.

How I lost 23 kg and reversed diabetes in 5 months

How I lost 23 kg and reversed diabetes in 5 months

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

Rediff reader Pandurang Mahadeo Kumbhar, 37, senior software consultant lead at Philips tells us how he lost 23 kg and reversed diabetes without going to the gym.

Why most young women are unhappy with their sex lives

Why most young women are unhappy with their sex lives

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Sexual self-image dysfunction was associated with being overweight, obese, living together with partner, not married, married and breastfeeding.

Beware of Chinese honey!

Beware of Chinese honey!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Chinese companies have 'designed' the sugar syrup which is used to adulterate honey so that it can pass Indian laboratory tests, reveals Sunita Narain.

See which countries eat excess food

See which countries eat excess food

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

The map above shows the percentage of people around the world who tend to, on a regular basis, consume excessive food as compared to their personal energy requirement.

14 foods that are good for your HEART

14 foods that are good for your HEART

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

These foods will help you fight hypertension and lower blood pressure, says Dr Udgeath Dhir.

How this 26 YO vegetarian lost 39 kg to get 6 pack abs

How this 26 YO vegetarian lost 39 kg to get 6 pack abs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Rediff reader Arpit Pipersaniya, 26 from Bengaluru reveals how he went from 109 kg to 70 kg and transformed his lifestyle.

Women in mentally tiring jobs at risk of diabetes

Women in mentally tiring jobs at risk of diabetes

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

According to a recent study, mentally draining work such as teaching may increase the risk of diabetes in women.

How to prevent and control diabetes

How to prevent and control diabetes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

In an online chat with Get Ahead readers on November 7 Dr Phulrenu Chauhan from Hinduja Hospital answered queries on control and prevention of diabetes.

TOP 10: Superfoods for men

TOP 10: Superfoods for men

Rediff.com23 Feb 2012

Men, as many women would agree, simply couldn't care about what they eat. Here are ten foods for the healthy man.

How your partner can help you shed those extra kilos

How your partner can help you shed those extra kilos

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

Couples who work out together more likely to lose weight faster.

Don't binge on junk food this New Year's Eve

Don't binge on junk food this New Year's Eve

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Here is a list of all the risks that your body gets exposed to if you are a junk food addict and eat out often...

Why health insurance premiums are set to rise

Why health insurance premiums are set to rise

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The rise in premiums could be in the range of 5-25 per cent, depending on the features that each insurance company adds on its products. Insurance firms have been given time till September 30 to include modifications mandated by the regulator.

After shedding 328 kgs, Eman discharged from Mumbai hospital

After shedding 328 kgs, Eman discharged from Mumbai hospital

Rediff.com4 May 2017

Eman to fly to UAE for further treatment.

Politically influential people who lobby hard win Padma awards: Ramdev

Politically influential people who lobby hard win Padma awards: Ramdev

Rediff.com9 May 2015

Yoga guru Ramdev, who had declined Padma Vibhushan award, on Saturday said that a lot of lobbying takes place behind the selection of Padma and even Nobel prize awardees and those with political influence succeed.

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine is 94.5% effective

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine is 94.5% effective

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Moderna's announcement comes just a week after Pfizer and Biontech said their COVID-19 vaccine candidate was found to be more than 90 per cent effective in preventing COVID-19 in participants.

Aurangzeb's time and ours

Aurangzeb's time and ours

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The emperor's appetite for enlarging his realm translated into a fetish for raising taxes, despite the simplicity of his personal lifestyle, points out Devangshu Datta.

6 healthy changes you MUST make in your diet

6 healthy changes you MUST make in your diet

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

To avoid impulsive and excessive eating, it's important to turn away the smartphones, laptops and other distractions while you consume your meals.

IOC chief backs Games food and drinks sponsors

IOC chief backs Games food and drinks sponsors

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

McDonald's, whose four restaurants in London's Olympic Park include its biggest in the world, extended its 36-year backing of the Games in January by signing up as sponsor for another eight years.

The world gets smaller, we get FATTER

The world gets smaller, we get FATTER

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Increasing levels of fatness around the world could have the same impact on global resources as adding an extra billion people to the planet, say researchers.

First Look: Aashiq Abu's Da Thadiya

First Look: Aashiq Abu's Da Thadiya

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

The film is a romantic tale with politics as the backdrop.

Top diet foods for YOU to try out!

Top diet foods for YOU to try out!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Look for these low-calorie options when it comes to your favourite foods -- they're tasty and won't pack on the pounds.

The Vata, Pitta, Kapha Way to Good Health

The Vata, Pitta, Kapha Way to Good Health

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Yogini and wellness entrepreneur Radhika Iyer Talati tells you how simple modifications in your lifestyle can help you lead a healthy life.