News for 'obesity'

Review: Puss in Boots is a fun one-time watch

Review: Puss in Boots is a fun one-time watch

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

But watch it without making any comparisons.

5 simple tips to improve your sex life

5 simple tips to improve your sex life

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Many people only think of reaching orgasm during sex, says Gaurav Gupta. Thinking about it all the time disrupts the area of the brain responsible for orgasm. Instead, focus on your partner and their feelings.

Ghee, butter, cheese, eggs: Yes! Sugar, carbs: NO!

Ghee, butter, cheese, eggs: Yes! Sugar, carbs: NO!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

'When I give advice to my Indian relatives they are shocked.' 'I tell them to eat butter again and eggs and all that stuff.' And eat only so much rice.' 'Instead of having three chapattis, have one.' A must-read interview!

11 common diet mistakes to AVOID

11 common diet mistakes to AVOID

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Never skip your meals during a climatic transition, warns Dr Siddhant Bhargava.

Michelle Obama is the popular choice to run for president in 2020

Michelle Obama is the popular choice to run for president in 2020

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Several people have called for First Lady Michelle Obama to run for president in 2020.

INCREDIBLE! This girl lost 39 kilos in 12 months

INCREDIBLE! This girl lost 39 kilos in 12 months

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Komal Priyani, 29 from Ajmer, Rajasthan tells us how she went from 95 kg to 56 kg in just 12 months.

Cricket Buzz: Make daily sports period mandatory, says Tendulkar

Cricket Buzz: Make daily sports period mandatory, says Tendulkar

Rediff.com7 May 2018

The board has formulated new sports guidelines for schools mandating them to have a daily sports period for class 9 to 12 so as to prevent students from having a sedentary lifestyle and turning into couch potatoes.

10 modern health problems and how to prevent it

10 modern health problems and how to prevent it

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Heard of poshitis, text neck? See what you can do to alter your habits and lead a healthy life.

COVID-19: Why are so many young people dying?

COVID-19: Why are so many young people dying?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'We started analysing young patients and realised that they had causes like undetected diabetes, which suddenly flares up during COVID-19.' 'Secondly, hypothyroidism was one of the factors.' 'And obesity.'

Using a mouthwash can increase risk of diabetes?

Using a mouthwash can increase risk of diabetes?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

Nearly all popular mouthwash solutions include ingredients that kill bacteria -- both the good and bad.

Want to save your kidneys? Eat less salt

Want to save your kidneys? Eat less salt

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

Do away with the table salt. A reduction in the intake of salt can help control various kidney problems.

Does breast cancer affect men?

Does breast cancer affect men?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Though breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, but can rarely occur in males, because of the presence of mammary tissue in males.

BUSTED! 10 weight loss myths

BUSTED! 10 weight loss myths

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

In a series of articles for rediff.com, weight loss expert Dr Vidyut Sodha shares his insights on obesity.

'Bras and antiperspirants don't cause cancer'

'Bras and antiperspirants don't cause cancer'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Mumbai-based oncologist Dr Shona Nag dispels the myths surrounding cancer.

How to judge Nirmalaji's second Budget

How to judge Nirmalaji's second Budget

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

'The next general election is four years away. That's enough time to recover -- provided the government stops spending and taxing so much,' says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

According to vastu shastra there are various factors that contribute to gadget addiction and reduces communication and harmony among the members in family or an organisation:

The harmful effects of monosodium glutamate

The harmful effects of monosodium glutamate

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Recently, many states in India banned Maggi because of high levels of lead and monosodium glutamate found in some samples. But do you know how MSG affects your health?

Want to lose weight? 10 foods to suppress your appetite

Want to lose weight? 10 foods to suppress your appetite

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

These foods are low in calories, so your diet plan doesn't get derailed.

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

You don't gain weight cause of thyroid. Get your facts right!

Rediff.com28 May 2018

There coud be other reasons for gaining weight, losing hair, explains Dr Usha Menon.

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

When you know you've done your best, you are likely to feel more relaxed and confident that you will be safe, says Aayushi Lakhapati.

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Brand ambassadors and their lackeys are busy opposing the idea of being held accountable, even though they are ready to take all the money, says Sunita Narain.

In tearful finale, Michelle Obama says, 'I hope I've made you proud'

In tearful finale, Michelle Obama says, 'I hope I've made you proud'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

The first lady also praised the 'glorious diversity' of people of all faiths, colours and creeds in America as 'not a threat to who we are' but as what 'makes us who we are.'

Skipping breakfast increases heart risk

Skipping breakfast increases heart risk

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

Leaving the house on an empty stomach increases the risk of potentially deadly heart disease, says a new research.

'Fat tax' could be levied on junk food!

'Fat tax' could be levied on junk food!

Rediff.com10 May 2010

The British government may levy "fat tax" on junk food and sugary drinks in a bid to reduce obesity among consumers and reduce fiscal deficit, a media report said.

It's official! Pasta is healthy

It's official! Pasta is healthy

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

According to a study it can be included in a healthy diet.

Got the munchies? Nine healthy snack choices

Got the munchies? Nine healthy snack choices

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

Zeroing in on the right foods to snack on is important to keep your calorie count in check!

Diabetes in India worries North America

Diabetes in India worries North America

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

There is a growing concern amongst the medical community in India that if unchecked, India is likely to have 30 million diabetics by 2015 -- equivalent to diabetics in the rest of the world.

What's social media got to do with weight loss?

What's social media got to do with weight loss?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

According to a study, the more time you spend on social media, the more motivated you are to lose weight.

'Junk food loving dads giving diabetes to children'

'Junk food loving dads giving diabetes to children'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2010

Prospective fathers please take note-- men who eat junk food could be passing on diabetes to their to-be-born children, a new study has claimed. Using a mouse model, a team of Australian and American researchers found that those who hooked onto junk food may be sowing the seeds of obesity among their future generation.

Sports + innovation = Booming business venture

Sports + innovation = Booming business venture

Rediff.com25 May 2010

EduSports, a unique venture launched by an IIT, IIM alumnus, aims to get 1 million kids get healthier through the magic of sport. With a turnover of Rs 3.6 crore in just a year, it makes eminent business sense too.

Healthy eating: Diet mantras for working people

Healthy eating: Diet mantras for working people

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

Here are a few tips that can help you stay healthy and feel energized through the day.

Want to avert diabetes? Pop a Viagra

Want to avert diabetes? Pop a Viagra

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Taking the male potency pill may benefit the patients at diabetes risk, according to a new study.

What 7 hours of sleep can do to your body

What 7 hours of sleep can do to your body

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

It is important to give the body the rest it deserves, which will ultimately help to enhance memory, improve focus and develop the capacity for learning new information, says Chaitanya Ramalingegowda.

How painkillers, salt and diabetes affect your kidney

How painkillers, salt and diabetes affect your kidney

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

The right amount of sodium intake, medication and water consumption can help manage your kidneys.

Can your toothpaste affect your sperm count?

Can your toothpaste affect your sperm count?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Smoking, tight clothing and even your toothpaste could affect your sperm count, says Dr Rajni Khajuria.

Heart attack: The silent killer that took Anant Bajaj's life

Heart attack: The silent killer that took Anant Bajaj's life

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

People with healthy lifestyles can also be at risk of heart diseases.

How this plus-size blogger learnt to love her body

How this plus-size blogger learnt to love her body

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

'India has set standard of beauty rules. They feel that everyone needs to be perfect.' 'You may be beautiful and have the perfect body. But if you have big boobs, you'll still get teased.'

Here's what really killed Elvis Presley

Here's what really killed Elvis Presley

Rediff.com6 May 2010

The doctor of the King of Rock and Roll says the star died of an 'embarrassing' case of chronic constipation.

Health woes? Try this yoga pose!

Health woes? Try this yoga pose!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

In a two-part series, yoga acharya Shameem Akthar, takes you through all those different ways you may do a relaxing and healing cat-stretch in yoga.

How couples can help each other stay healthy

How couples can help each other stay healthy

Rediff.com12 Jun 2009

Both men and women tend to gain weight right after marriage. So, health experts have offered some tips that will help couples stay healthier together.