Smoking damages blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the brain, which can harm brain cells. Obesity is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, both detrimental to brain health, Dr. Vikas Mittal, pulmonologist at the CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, said
25 June,2024 02:33 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
People with piles and fissures -- common disorders concerning the anal region -- suffer from symptoms like passing bloody stools or having trouble passing stools, itchy and irritable anal cavity, inflammation, rectal bleeding, and discomfort when sitting for a long time, among others
24 June,2024 02:48 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
The couple’s journey transcends mere numbers on a scale. The weight loss brought about a renewed sense of hope and happiness in their lives. They began to engage in more family activities, and their relationship strengthened as they supported each other through the process
15 June,2024 02:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Hiatus hernia can be present from birth and may also occur due to factors such as weight lifting, severe constipation, chronic cough, or in the elderly and individuals with obesity
01 June,2024 01:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The neurologist noted that “health hazards associated with prolonged sitting are increased risk of diabetes, hypertension, abdominal adiposity (obesity), elevated LDL cholesterol & triglycerides, heart attack, stroke, cancer, and premature death”
23 May,2024 04:29 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
besity is the mother of most of the preventable diseases. It is a self-diagnosable disease that is on the rise globally. According to the World Obesity Atlas, 51 pct will be obese by 2035. However, 87 pct of doctors are unaware of how to treat childhood obesity
23 May,2024 04:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Although an increasing number of people have begun to trust homoeopathic treatments for several health issues, there are yet certain common myths that need to be busted for all to truly know the its effectiveness
14 May,2024 11:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
People with body dysmorphic disorder feel dissatisfied with their physical appearance and may experience shame or anxiety about their bodies. Those obese and with the disorder believe they are heavier than they actually are
14 May,2024 11:00 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Proper detection of potentially fatal health conditions or diseases at an early stage lowers the chances of undergoing surgeries and chronic medical conditions which can result in higher mortality and morbidity rates in the patients
12 May,2024 02:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ultra-processed foods often contain colours, emulsifiers, flavours, and other additives and are typically high in energy, added sugar, saturated fat, and salt, but lack vitamins and fibre -- leading to poor health which can further raise the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer
09 May,2024 05:50 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSADVERTISEMENT
