Bloating after breakfast? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 7 easy morning meals for a happier gutA nutritious breakfast is key to managing bloating and maintaining energy throughout the day. According to Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trai...
25 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Paneer eaters, this could change your plate: All-India analogue paneer ban soon? Here’s what FSSAI is planningFSSAI is considering a nationwide ban on analogue paneer, a non-dairy substitute that uses ingredients such as vegetable oils, starches and...
19 Sep, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
T. rex was closer to a bird than a crocodile in body temperature? New fossil tooth study reveals how the dinosaur survived Arctic winters and hunted across North AmericaScientists determined Tyrannosaurus rex had a body temperature around 97.3 degrees Fahrenheit. This was calculated by analyzing chemical si...
17 Sep, 2026, 11.26 PM IST
Scientists develop a new way to test autism & epilepsy treatments: Why traditional mice cannot explain complex human brain disordersScientists have implanted human brain organoids into specially engineered mice. These human cells survived and connected with the animals' ...
17 Sep, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
A black hole destroys a star, then fires off a powerful jet years later — scientists discover the 'burping' feeding pattern behind these cosmic outburstsScientists have found a new trend in black hole feeding patterns. Powerful jets emerge during two distinct phases of a black hole's feeding...
17 Sep, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
The rice on your plate may affect blood sugar differently than you think — scientists find black and green varieties contain unusual fats and slower-digesting starchResearchers discovered diverse lipid molecules within Japanese rice grains. Black and green rice varieties showed unique fat profiles and s...
17 Sep, 2026, 08.12 PM IST
No cornstarch? Use 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for every 1 tbsp cornstarch when you need a quick pantry substitute for thickening foodStarch gelatinization plays a pivotal role in thickening sauces and gravies. When it comes to thickening agents, cornstarch outperforms flo...
17 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
7 fibre-rich foods for gut health: Harvard-trained gut doctor shares his recommendationsFor a flourishing gut, incorporating a variety of fiber-rich foods is essential, claims Harvard-trained gut doctor Dr Saurabh Sethi. Chia s...
16 Sep, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
Out of baking powder? For about 1 tsp, mix 1/4 tsp baking soda with 1/2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice and enough milk to make 1/2 cup; the acid reaction releases carbon dioxideIf you're out of baking powder, don't despair! You can whip up a quick substitute using common kitchen ingredients. A blend of baking soda,...
14 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Plant potatoes only 1–2 inches deep, then cover them with 4–6 inches of straw, grass clippings, or newspaper; the method also makes tubers easier to harvestPlanting potatoes just beneath the surface and layering them with straw offers a plethora of advantages. This strategy effectively keeps th...
14 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Farmer noticed one unusual rice plant, selected its seeds for years and developed a paddy variety yielding 8,000 kg per hectareFarmer Indrasan Singh of Inderpuri from Uttarakhand developed a paddy variety after noticing one plant that differed from the rest in a cro...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
In 1997, NASA grew Brassica rapa on Mir for 122 days to test a full life cycle; seed-to-seed cycles succeeded, but space-grown seeds were smallerIn an exciting development, researchers have achieved seed-to-seed cycling of plants in microgravity environments, demonstrating gravity in...
09 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Mix baking soda with distilled water at a 2:1 ratio into a paste; Iowa State Extension says baking soda can help loosen grime from a cool iron soleplateKeeping your iron spotless is essential to avoid transferring grime onto your clothes. To tackle the build-up on the soleplate, mix baking ...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
How to keep bananas fresh for longer: Try this simple kitchen hack to keep them fresh for longerBananas are known to ripen rapidly due to ethylene gas produced at their stems. By wrapping the stems in tin foil, you can effectively slow...
07 Sep, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
No protein bars. Salman Khan’s heroine, fit and radiant at 57, eats parathas for protein. One ingredient is India’s natural protein powder, can lower blood sugarIt is quite difficult for people who are vegetarians to have access to a protein-rich diet. Taking to Instagram, Bhagyashree, the heroine o...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
Everest Hing ban: FSSAI bans sale of Laljee Godhoo, Everest compounded asafoetida over 'misbranded and sub-standard' productsIndia's food regulator has banned compounded hing products from Everest and Laljee Godhoo. Samples from Everest were found misbranded and s...
29 Aug, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
From food waste to water: A new research shows how new biomass hydrogels could help turning discarded food and agricultural waste into a source of atmospheric water for irrigation and sustainable farmingResearchers developed new hydrogels from natural materials to capture atmospheric moisture. These innovative materials can absorb water vap...
28 Aug, 2026, 06.25 PM IST