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Most Indian parents eat far more carbohydrates than they realise, because this is how meals have been structured for decades. Breakfast usually begins with paratha, bread, poha, or upma. Lunch is roti with sabzi, and dal, while dinner is described as “light”, which again means one roti or a small bowl of rice. Throughout the day, protein disappears from the plate, replaced by carbohydrates that feel filling but do very little to preserve muscle or regulate hunger. So, would a simple Indian diet without any fancy ingredients help provide wholesome nutrition, while keeping a calorie deficit and helping with weight loss? Yes, it’s totally possible with just everyday food. We’ll see how, stay with us.
Join Dr Rahul Chawla’s live migraine workshop to understand migraine management, triggers and simple ways to manage chronic headache.
Every parent loves to capture those little moments — the first step, the first day at school, a funny dance, or a random smile. It feels natural to share them online with friends and family. But in today’s world, that one innocent post can travel far and not always to the right places. So, how can something that seems so harmless turn dark in no time? Most of us think of social media as harmless sharing, but the truth is, anyone can see your child’s photo and not everyone has good intentions. There are online predators and kids are often…
Quitting smoking is never easy. Nicotine is one of the strongest addictions known to medicine because it directly changes how your brain feels pleasure and relaxation. That’s why even when someone wants to stop, the cravings keep pulling them back. Every year, millions try to quit, and most relapse within weeks. What works best is a mix of scientific methods and daily practical steps that help both your body and mind recover from nicotine dependence.
Delhi’s AQI crosses 7 and air pollution has reached hazardous levels sparking protests at India Gate. AIIMS trained Neurologist Dr Rahul Chawla suggested 5 steps to protect your family from delhi’s air pollution. He advised staying indoors, air purifiers, avoiding going outdoor and using N 95 masks, work from home and limited lockdown. He also advised people to leave the city if possible.
In Madhya Pradesh, 16 children have lost their lives due to kidney failure after consuming Coldrif, a cough syrup that turned out to be contaminated with ethylene glycol. An FIR has been registered against the doctor who prescribed the syrup.
Are private hospitals in India doing unnecessary caesarean sections? This is a question that keeps surfacing in public discussions, news debates, and even in Netflix and CNN documentaries that highlight the rising global rates of surgical births.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently opened up, during a talk show, about battling trigeminal neuralgia (TN); a condition so intense that even everyday activities like chewing, brushing your teeth, or a stray strand of hair could trigger excruciating pain. Let’s explore what is this condition and why it has earned the moniker “suicide-disease”.
US President Donald Trump made headlines recently by urging pregnant women to avoid taking paracetamol (Tylenol), suggesting it could cause autism in children. This statement has caused widespread concern among doctors, experts and expectant mothers alike. But what does science say about this?
While it’s one of the most prevalent complaints among adults, back pain varies. A slipped disc, also known as a lumbar disc herniation, can cause excruciating pain and problems with mobility. Effective management and recovery of this condition depend on knowledge of its causes, symptoms, and available treatments.
