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More than 1000 years old, this ‘divine’ drink helps people beat the heat in Orissa, has a nutrient rarely found in vegetarian foodDiscover Tonka Torani, a traditional Odia summer drink steeped in history and offered to Lord Jagannath. This fermented rice beverage, blen...
No itching. Just darkening of hand skin and a tingling sensation. Doctor shares the simple deficiency behind this. What is it?A doctor shared a case of a 69-year-old vegetarian man whose skin darkened and hands tingled. These subtle signs pointed to a severe vitami...
Low energy, pale skin, hair fall? Doctors say this common nutrient deficiency could be the real reason behind your everyday problemsPersistent fatigue in women often stems from low iron levels, not just stress or poor sleep. Doctors highlight that this silent decline, ex...
5 kidney damage signs visible on your skin: Could your dry, itchy skin be a warning?Your skin can reveal early signs of kidney damage. Look out for extreme dryness, persistent itching, unusual rashes, swelling, and changes ...
How your toes give early warnings of vitamin B12 deficiency before any blood testEarly signs of Vitamin B12 deficiency may appear in your toes. Tingling, numbness, or burning sensations can indicate nerve issues. This de...
You might be eating healthy and still be deficient: 3 key reasons your body can’t absorb vitamin B12Many individuals might face Vitamin B12 deficiency despite consuming a balanced diet. The problem often lies in poor absorption, not diet. ...
Is fortified or diverse diet better?India's strategy to combat undernutrition through large-scale food fortification of staples like rice, oil, and salt is being questioned. R...
How AI is making the poor healthier: A consulting firm shows the way to close the gaps in healthcare servicesArtificial intelligence and data analytics are transforming healthcare especially for those who don’t have easy access to doctors and treat...
India-made cough syrups caused disease in Gambia kids: US CDCIndian cough syrups exported to Gambia contaminated with diethylene glycol (DEG) and ethylene glycol (EG) led to acute kidney injury (AKI) ...
Many pregnant women likely to get sick from Covid, finds new ICMR studyA new study by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) suggests that SARS-CoV-2 may infect a higher proportion of pregnant women, and whe...
Covid may infect a higher proportion of pregnant women: ICMR StudyExperts have recommended that pregnant women may be counselled for vaccination to reduce the adverse impact of Covid-19 on maternal health ...
World Blood Donor Day: People must come forward & donate, transfusion-related Covid is rareThe rate of blood donation in India amounts to only 1% of the population.
People treating Covid like flu, ignoring timely treatment: GMC deanSince Goa started witnessing a rise in infections this month, the mortality count has increased, and on most days, two Covid-related deaths...
Where black is the colour of life, and kids go greyWelcome to Singhrauli zone, a 150sq km area covering 269 villages, spread over Uttar Pradesh’s Sonbhadra and Madhya Pradesh’s Singhrauli di...
The office PC keyboard, mouse or coffee mug may have the flu virus on itUnlike the common cold, the flu can develop into a more serious condition, such as pneumonia.
Tobacco can cause many problems, cancer is only the beginningSmoking also weakens bone strength, resulting in increased risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures.
Ladies, don't let work compromise your health! Here's how you can maintain a balanceWorking women tend to compromise on their nutrition and fitness needs, paying a heavy price in the process. The solution is right eating an...
Five things women must do for healthy livingGynaecologists tell us five things we need to pay attention to, before things start going really wrong.
'Magic millet' gets an enrichment boost to cure anaemiaA global clinical trial has proved that use of 'magic millet' reduces the incidence of iron deficiency or anaemia dramatically in children.
- HRD ministry plans nutritious midday meals for children
The biggest school meal scheme, the National Programme of Nutritional Support to Primary Education, better known as the midday meal scheme,...