Heat waves demand more than just water for proper hydration; electrolytes intake necessary: ExpertsHealth experts warn that during heat waves, water alone is not enough for hydration. Excessive sweating depletes essential electrolytes lik...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
Craving ice cream, cold drinks, packaged shakes? Top nutritionist recommends 6 healthier summer food swaps to beat the heatBeat the summer heat with smart food choices. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra suggests simple swaps for popular treats. Trade sugary cold drinks...
27 May, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
7 surprising benefits of red bananas and how they compare with yellow varietiesRed bananas offer a unique flavor and impressive nutritional profile, boasting vitamins C and B6, potassium, and magnesium. These fruits su...
08 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Kidney health warning: 10 common habits that could be putting your kidneys at serious risk, according to doctorsKidney health is silently impacted by everyday habits, with diet and lifestyle playing a crucial role. Excess salt, processed foods, and hi...
07 May, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
‘Peanuts are healthy but…’: Top doctor explains hidden risks of eating too many. Shares the right way to enjoy themNeurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar warns that while peanuts are not inherently unhealthy, excessive consumption can lead to weight gain due to th...
22 Apr, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
What happens if you eat avocado every day for 2 weeks? Harvard gastro doctor breaks down the effectEating an avocado daily for two weeks can positively impact heart health by improving cholesterol balance and supporting cardiovascular fun...
17 Apr, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Common kitchen ingredient found directly linked to short life expectancy, research finds. Which foods to avoid?A large study published in the European Heart Journal has found that regularly adding extra salt to already prepared meals may be linked to...
14 Feb, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
WHO: Reducing this everyday ingredient in your food may prevent heart attack, lower BPWHO urges people to use lower-sodium salt substitutes instead of regular salt. This can help reduce sodium intake, lowering the risk of hea...
11 Feb, 2025, 03.03 PM IST
Meeting WHO's sodium recommendations could avert deaths from heart, kidney disease: StudyReducing sodium intake according to WHO guidelines could prevent three lakh deaths from heart and kidney diseases in India over the next 10...
31 Oct, 2024, 08.04 AM IST
Keep cheese & chips at bay: Food with high salt content can increase stress levels, says studyThe study said that eating too much salt changes the way our brain handles stress.
18 Nov, 2022, 06.29 PM IST
Do you binge on salty treats? Stop now, it can result in bloatingBloating features a buildup of excess gas in the gut.
01 Jul, 2019, 06.23 PM IST
Check your sodium intake, excessive consumption may lead to hypertension, renal failureStudies show that there has been a surge in the number of patients as young as 25-30 years seeking dialysis.
11 Sep, 2018, 08.46 AM IST
Cap your daily salt intake at 2.5 teaspoons to keep heart safeAny health risk of sodium is eliminated by adding fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, and other potassium-rich foods to your diet.
10 Aug, 2018, 03.43 PM IST
Too much salt can kill you, literally!Consuming a diet high in sodium may lead to heart diseases, and increase the risk of early death.
02 Jul, 2018, 06.26 PM IST
Don’t pass the salt, please. How this ingredient is more harmful than you knowWhile we need the normal sodium level in our blood for our bodies to function well, it is the added salt which leads to many lifestyle dise...
16 Jan, 2018, 12.27 PM IST
Six healthy snacks for your hunger pangsExcess sodium intake leads to high BP. Try opting for natural foods, as they are low on sodium.
11 Jan, 2016, 01.01 PM IST
Eating out as unhealthy as consuming fast food: StudyWe take in more fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium than those who prepare and eat their meals at home.
02 Jul, 2015, 06.26 PM IST