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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.

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.

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.

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?

Kerala has reported 19 deaths so far and 61 active cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare but deadly brain infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the ‘brain-eating amoeba’.

A 39-year-old cardiac surgeon collapsed and died of a sudden heart attack while taking rounds in the very hospital where he worked. Even though immediate access to advanced medical care and all possible interventions were available, unfortunately he could not be saved.

Monsoon is here, and along with rain and chai cravings, Delhi is also seeing a rise in Hepatitis A and E cases. These are viral infections that attack the liver and spread through contaminated food and water.

After a recent Delhi High Court directive, authorities have been told to remove all stray dogs from the streets and shift them to shelters. For some, it feels like a long-overdue step for public safety. On the other hand, it has left others in dismay about animal safety and welfare.