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Worried about weight gain this festive season? City experts dissect nutrition
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As the celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi gets underway, many people will be concerned about gaining weight during this festive season. City experts dissect how one can approach nutrition and avoid weight gain during this period. They also lay emphasis on the need for diabetics, pregnant women and older adults to take care
Here is why women should switch to period underwear
When you consider the multitude of benefits that period underwear provides, it becomes evident that they are not just comfortable but also remarkably eco-friendly
Why recreational activities are essential to manage stress
PremiumResidents of Mumbai, enlighten us about the significance of prioritising recreational activities in enhancing our overall well-being
Over eight million Indians are suffering from Alzheimer’s: Healthcare experts
Alzheimer’s is a chronic disease where brain and memory cells slowly start to lose thinking and the ability to carry out simplest tasks
Sound of cough may help identify Covid-19 severity: Study
While most individuals impacted by Covid-19 experience milder symptoms and recover within a few weeks, the global pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to pose a significant health challenge
Suppressing negative thoughts improves mental health: Study
Suppressing thoughts even improved mental health among participants with likely post-traumatic stress disorder
Are vapes really a safer alternative to cigarettes?
PremiumE-cigarettes or vapes, despite being considered a safer option than tobacco cigarettes, their sale and purchase is banned in India. Why? Health experts share interesting insights
How generative AI helps enhance humour and mental well-being
AI could revolutionise mental health treatment by tailoring humor therapies to individuals' unique needs, potentially transforming how we address mental health issues
What you need to know about Alzheimer’s and here’s how you can help
PremiumEvery year, World Alzheimer’s Day is celebrated on September 21 to raise awareness about the neurological condition among people. Mumbai health experts shed light on the causes, symptoms, effects, challenges and how people can help those suffering from the disease
Memory cafes offer a path to cognitive improvement for Alzheimer’s patients
PremiumNew-age medical treatments for Alzheimer’s disease are underway to enhance the cognitive functions and well-being of patients. Innovative solutions like memory cafes, virtual reality, art therapy and tau-targeted treatment are gaining prominence in tackling the heartbreaking ailment
Unlocking the secret to a pain-free life: Insights from a fitness expert
This added support can alleviate pain in areas like the knees, hips, and lower back, making it an excellent strategy for managing chronic pain conditions
Study: Mediterranean diets may help prevent Alzheimer's disease
These food items are found majorly in the brain-focused MIND -- short for Mediterranean-Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay -- and plant-based Mediterranean diets
Unlocking the secret to a pain-free life: Insights from a fitness expert
This added support can alleviate pain in areas like the knees, hips, and lower back, making it an excellent strategy for managing chronic pain conditions
21 September,2023 09:22 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Study: Mediterranean diets may help prevent Alzheimer's disease
These food items are found majorly in the brain-focused MIND -- short for Mediterranean-Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay -- and plant-based Mediterranean diets
21 September,2023 08:50 AM IST | New York | IANS
Poor dental health can cause brain shrinkage, Alzheimer's disease: Study
The study found that gum disease and tooth loss were linked to brain shrinkage in the hippocampus, which plays a role in memory and Alzheimer's disease
21 September,2023 08:49 AM IST | Tokyo | IANS
Scientists track brain cell death, offers hope for Alzheimer’s cure
Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. It has a variety of complex causes, including the build-up of proteins called amyloid and tau in the brain that hinder brain function
21 September,2023 08:49 AM IST | London | IANS
Will Alzheimer's become a disease affecting younger people?
Alzheimer's -- the most common cause of dementia -- causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to eventually die. The disease is known to severely impact memory, thinking, and behaviour
21 September,2023 08:48 AM IST | New Delhi | IANSADVERTISEMENT
IN PHOTOS: Everything you should know about the lethal Nipah virus from Kerala
Total six cases of the Nipah virus have been detected so far in Kerala of which two persons died while four others, including a nine-year-old boy are undergoing the treatment
Will Alzheimer's become a disease affecting younger people?
Alzheimer's -- the most common cause of dementia -- causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to eventually die. The disease is known to severely impact memory, thinking, and behaviour
21 September,2023 08:48 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Women at a higher risk of vertigo due to a lack of awareness: Health expert
Vertigo, characterised by dizziness, spinning sensations and loss of balance, can disturb one’s entire routine and have a negative impact on their daily life
20 September,2023 06:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Unravel mental and emotional well-being with this workshop in Mumbai
A unique Integrated body-centered therapy integrating cognitive Neuroscience, body experiences and healing through mindful awareness, body sensing, regulated breathing
20 September,2023 02:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Researchers find characteristics specific to people with OCD
In most cases, OCD responds well to medication and a type of therapy known as "exposure and response prevention." This approach involves exposing people to situations that cause or trigger their obsessive thoughts and then helping them learn new ways of dealing with their anxiety instead of engaging in their usual rituals
20 September,2023 12:55 PM IST | Toronto | IANS
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How does Conjunctivitis spread, symptoms and how to prevent it?
It has been weeks since the wave of Conjunctivitis has been sweeping across India yet there is no respite from it yet proving it to be one of the most severe outbreaks in recent years. Dr. Tanvi Shah, Ophthalmologist explains how Conjunctivitis spreads, the symptoms of Conjunctivitis and how to prevent Conjunctivitis.