Potatoes can keep producing sprouts long after they are brought home, but food experts say whether they should be thrown away depends on how green, soft, shriveled, or heavily sprouted they have becomeSprouting potatoes can be safe if sprouts are small and the tuber remains firm. Long sprouts and soft texture indicate significant quality ...
11 Jul, 2026, 09.15 PM 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
11-year-old Canadian boy died of rabies after waking up with a bat on his face despite having no visible bite marksA tragic case in Ontario highlights the deadly risks of bat encounters. An 11-year-old boy died of rabies after a bat landed on his face, d...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
African proverb of the day: "The patient heart can cook a stone, while the restless hand leaves even the..." - what can this powerful wisdom teach us about resilience, healing, and lasting peace of mind?In a world that celebrates instant results, an old African proverb offers a completely different measure of success: "The patient heart can...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who clean as they cook are practicing small self-control loops that change how calmly they handle busy daysA messy kitchen can prolong stress, according to research linking clutter to higher cortisol levels. The 'clean as you go' habit, however, ...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Never eat these 3 vegetables raw: Delhi Doctor warns of risk of kidney stones, gut issues and even neurocysticercosisRaw vegetables health risks: A Delhi doctor warns that not all vegetables are safe raw, highlighting spinach, cabbage, and eggplant. Raw co...
11 Mar, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
ET Explainer: What are causes & line of treatment for GBSThe Guillain-Barre Syndrome outbreak in Maharashtra is spreading, affecting multiple cities. GBS, a neurological disease caused by bacteria...
29 Jan, 2025, 12.04 AM IST
Parasites can infect your brain and body if you are eating this undercooked meat. Doctor shares 'craziest CT scan'Medical experts warn against undercooked pork as it can lead to serious parasitic infections like Intestinal Taeniasis and Cysticercosis. C...
31 Aug, 2024, 12.07 PM IST
Botulism: Symptoms and how has it impacted Rugby World Cup 2023?Botulism causes muscular and respiratory paralysis. How is it caused and what are its symptoms?
14 Sep, 2023, 09.19 PM IST
Stigma and missed moments, the mental health cost of living with epilepsyIn India, nearly 60 lakh people have epilepsy.
14 Feb, 2022, 04.57 PM IST
Nipah Virus: Symptoms, prevention, treatment of the infection, everything you need to knowSo far, the infection has claimed 16 lives in Kerala.
06 Sep, 2021, 11.08 AM IST
Watch what you eat! Bacteria in undercooked chicken may lead to paralysisA common bacterium found in improperly cooked chicken can cause Guillain-Barre Syndrome - the leading cause of acute neuromuscular paralysi...
12 Dec, 2016, 01.38 PM IST
Is your food safe and hygienic? Find outAccording to the WHO, around two million deaths occur globally, every year, due to food and water contamination. Some tips on food safety.
20 Jul, 2015, 02.06 PM IST
Diabetes vaccine enters phase II clinical trialType 2 diabetes can negatively impact a person's decision-making skills, & affect their ability to perform daily activities such as cooking...
09 Jul, 2015, 03.35 PM IST
Eight controversial foods from around the worldMaggi is in the spotlight due to allegations of high lead content and (MSG). Here are some other food items that are controversial.
09 Jun, 2015, 12.33 PM IST
Worms in veggies can hurt spineIf you thought eating green leafy vegetables and salads may be healthy, here's the bummer. If not washed or cooked properly, it can land yo...
16 Dec, 2014, 12.41 PM IST
- Australia researchers develop technology to warn epileptic seizures
The latest technology involves surgically-placed electrodes in the brain feeding information to a handheld unit carried by the patient.
02 May, 2013, 02.53 PM IST