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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.'

'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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Economic crisis takes toll on employee health

Economic crisis takes toll on employee health

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

Fifty-four per cent of the IT/ITeS workforce suffer from depression, severe headache, obesity, spondylitis and hypertension. Forty-seven per cent of financial services sector employees suffer from fatigue, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. In the media, 51 per cent reported to be sick due to depression and high blood pressure. Fifty per cent of the employees working in KPOs suffered from chronic and lifestyle diseases.

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 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.

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.'

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.

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com3 May 2017

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest stories from around the world.

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The doctor said that the US president is borderline obese.

Money the key to a longer life: Study

Money the key to a longer life: Study

Rediff.com7 May 2009

Researchers in Britain have found that those with more wealth and better education are less likely to develop illness and tend to die later as compared to those who are poorer and less well-educated. On the contrary, those with less education and money are more likely to say they are depressed or to suffer from illnesses such as high blood pressure, diabetes or obesity, according to the researchers.

Want to lose weight? Start eating regularly

Want to lose weight? Start eating regularly

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

The secret to long-term weight management.

How not to overeat during festivals

How not to overeat during festivals

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Find out how to tame your child's sugar cravings and keep him/her healthy this festive season.

New wonder pill to fight the flab

New wonder pill to fight the flab

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

Tried every possible way to shed those extra pounds but unable to get results? Well, a new weight loss drug may address the problem effectively. The powerful new drug, known as tesofensine, which was originally developed as a treatment for Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, can help users shed nearly 12 kilos in six months. It is twice as effective as current treatments and can see overweight patients lose up to 10 per cent of their body weight quickly.

Why a window seat on a plane is risky

Why a window seat on a plane is risky

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

The next time you travel by air, don't insist on a window seat, for a new study has claimed that sitting close to the window on a plane can raise a passenger's chances of developing deep vein thrombosis. Researchers at the Leiden University Medical Centre in the Netherlands have found that sitting by the window on a plane can double a person's risk of a potentially deadly blood clot, the British Journal of Haematology reported.

'Rise in diabetes among Indian kids alarming'

'Rise in diabetes among Indian kids alarming'

Rediff.com22 May 2007

According to market research firm ORG-MARG report, the sale of anti-obesity drugs in 2006-2007, prescribed by doctors, has grown by around 44 per cent compared to 2005-2006.

How to fight knee pain, which affects 15 crore Indians

How to fight knee pain, which affects 15 crore Indians

Rediff.com15 May 2019

Timely diagnosis with the right exercises and diet can help you fight knee pain, suggests Dr Rahul Bade.

Always hungry? Blame your brain

Always hungry? Blame your brain

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

The brain's hunger centre has a way of communicating signals that cause you to overeat.

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.

Finally, scientists find key to unlock memories

Finally, scientists find key to unlock memories

Rediff.com30 Jan 2008

The accidental discovery came during an experiment to suppress an obese man's appetite, by using a technique called deep-brain stimulation, which involves stimulating parts of the brain with an electric current. Instead of losing appetite, the patient was suddenly able to recall in immense detail a moment spent in a park with a friend 30 years earlier.

Why you must eat more walnuts

Why you must eat more walnuts

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Eating walnuts may help lower blood pressure in people who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.

Biocon to set up JV in Dubai with Neopharma

Biocon to set up JV in Dubai with Neopharma

Rediff.com30 Jul 2007

The joint venture , Neobiocon, is the company's foray in the region to develop and market bio-pharmaceutical products in areas such as oncology, diabetes, cardiology and anti- obesity.

Fat? Blame it on the economy

Fat? Blame it on the economy

Rediff.com31 Dec 2007

An inevitable consequences of advanced and rich economy is a fatter population, says a health economist and co-author of a new book, 'The Fattening America'.

Special rice for diabetes launched

Special rice for diabetes launched

Rediff.com28 Nov 2007

Diabetic patients got a respite in Maharashtra and Gujarat when Pranav Agro industries launched its Smart Balance rice, low glycemic index health rice, on Tuesday.

Why you shouldn't be sacrificing your sleep

Why you shouldn't be sacrificing your sleep

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

Kanchan Maslekar speaks to health professionals and discusses the ill effects of sleep deprivation.

Diabetics suffering heart attacks double in 10 yrs

Diabetics suffering heart attacks double in 10 yrs

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

People with type 2 diabetes suffering from heart attack have doubled in the past ten years. Almost 13,000 diabetics are now treated for a heart attack every year, which was only 6,000 in 1996.

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