Most kitchens have a plastic cutting board, but a 2023 study found that chopping on one can shed tens of millions of microplastic particles a year straight into your foodChopping vegetables on plastic boards releases millions of tiny plastic particles annually. Polypropylene boards shed more microplastics th...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
Ethanol ecosystem: Judging fear by noise is not evidence; 15 stocks from the ecosystemSugar is one of the oldest distressed sectors in India. For decades it has swung between glut and shortage, carried heavy debt, was depende...
13 Jul, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Parental health coverage in group insurance: Why opting out of it can be a costly mistakeA large number of senior citizens find it difficult to get individual insurance covers. Insurers may charge higher premiums or decline cove...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Low-cost preventive health measures offer multi-trillion-dollar economic gains by 2040: WEFThree simple preventive health measures such as making homes safer to prevent falls, increasing physical activity and expanding access to h...
12 Jul, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Govt defends ethanol blending, says programme saved Rs 1.9 lakh crore in forexThe government defends its ethanol-blended petrol program amid concerns. This initiative has significantly boosted the sugar economy and fa...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
Bored of regular oats? Top nutritionist recommends 6 Indian breakfasts packed with protein and fibreNutrition experts suggest traditional Indian dishes provide greater benefits than oats. Moong dal chilla offers more protein and a lower gl...
10 Jul, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
Once-a-week insulin launched in India, but doctors say it won't replace daily shots for allIndia now offers Awiqli, a new once-weekly basal insulin for diabetes patients. This drug reduces annual injections from 365 to just 52 for...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Vidya Balan reveals the one diet which helped her decrease exercise without working out. Gastroenterologist Dr Pal decodes her regimen: 'Obesity has links to...'Vidya Balan's fitness journey highlights personalized diets and gut health importance. An anti-inflammatory diet reduces bodily inflammatio...
09 Jul, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Neglecting to include one vitamin in your diet can cause loss of muscles, weakening of reflexes. Doctor says: ‘The nervous system…’Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, defending cells from free radical damage. Genuine deficiency is rare, usually linked to absorptio...
09 Jul, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
PepsiCo bets on healthier products as inflation squeezes consumers; Q2 revenue tops estimatesPepsiCo reported strong second-quarter revenue, exceeding analyst expectations. Healthier product demand helped offset softer North America...
09 Jul, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Microsoft layoffs: Here's the severance package employees are getting after latest job cutsMicrosoft offers up to 39 weeks of pay and continued benefits to laid-off workers. This generous package includes stock vesting and health ...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
What does a Harvard-trained gut doctor always buy at the grocery store? These 7 staples never leave his shopping cartEveryday grocery choices significantly impact gut health and energy levels. Nutrient-dense whole foods nourish the microbiome and stabilize...
08 Jul, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
One fruit can clean your gut, lower blood sugar. But biting its seeds can lead to poisoningApple seeds contain a poisonous substance called cyanide when crushed. Medical specialist Dr. Suraj Baidya highlighted this important safet...
08 Jul, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Sugar prices up 6-7% in June amid below-normal rainfallSugar prices have increased six to seven percent over June. This rise occurred as below-normal rainfall raised concerns about crop output. ...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.16 AM IST
A simple 10-minute daily habit can help in better blood sugar control and lower diabetics risk, say health experts. They explain the science behind itA simple, ten-minute walk after meals can significantly boost metabolic health and combat chronic illness, according to researcher Neal K. ...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Not serums or supplements: Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 5 anti-ageing secrets he wished he knew in his 20sExperts now highlight that true anti-ageing starts from within, with gut health playing a pivotal role. Dr. Saurabh Sethi reveals how chron...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
Cracks in cola kingdom: India's duopoly faces biggest test in decadesIndia's cola market is undergoing a significant transformation, moving beyond the traditional Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo rivalry. Reliance's Cam...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.15 PM IST