Is your watermelon safe to eat? This simple cotton ball test can reveal hidden chemical adulteration at homeWatermelon Safety Check: Summer heat brings a surge in watermelon demand. Concerns are rising about artificial colouring used to enhance fr...
13 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Can watermelon turn so deadly that it can kill you? Doctors explain after 4 Mumbai deaths & here’s how to eat it safelyA tragic incident in Mumbai, where four family members died after reportedly consuming watermelon, has raised concerns over food poisoning,...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Mumbai family's mysterious deaths after eating biryani, watermelon: Doctors reveal that kidneys of victims were 'severely impacted'. Here's what happenedIn South Mumbai, four members of the same family died after they ate biryani, and they later consumed watermelon late at night. Their condi...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
How to safely eat watermelons: Lessons to learn after family of 4 dies in Mumbai due to suspected food poisoning from watermelonA family of four in Mumbai died after suspected food poisoning linked to watermelon consumed late at night, prompting an ongoing investigat...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
Ate the same biryani as relatives, then had watermelon at night: Mumbai family of four dies within hours of dinner. Police probe what turned deadlyA suspected Mumbai food poisoning case has left four members of a family dead in the Pydhonie area, with authorities investigating whether ...
27 Apr, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
How to spot real and fake watermelon: Simple home tests to do amid FSSAI findings of adulterated fruits in marketsWith rising concerns over adulterated fruits in the market, especially during summer, knowing how to identify real and fake watermelon at h...
26 Apr, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
The Summer Survival Guide: Smarter ways to live through rising temperaturesWe are living in an era of extreme heat, and the planet is not pushing back on the pedal anytime soon. Which is why Lijee Philip brings to ...
19 Apr, 2026, 08.07 AM IST
Heat wave survival guide: Basil seeds, gond katira, watermelon & 7 more natural body coolants you need to beat scorching summer heatStaying cool during a heat wave is essential for maintaining health, and including natural body coolants like Basil seeds, Gond Katira, and...
17 Apr, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Dietitians say these 6 “Bad” fruits are actually must-eats for people with diabetesDietitians recommend six fruits often perceived as "bad" for diabetes: avocado, banana, mango, oranges, prunes, and watermelon. These fruit...
03 Dec, 2025, 02.39 AM IST
This juicy sweet 'superfood' packs a powerful nutritional punch for heart and skin healthWatermelon, a juicy and hydrating summer fruit, offers more than just refreshment. Packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants like lycope...
19 Sep, 2025, 12.16 AM IST
Watermelon reduces the risk of prostate cancer? Why it deserves a place in your dietWatermelon offers hydration, vital nutrients, and lycopene, potentially reducing prostate cancer risk and inflammation. It aids post-workou...
17 Sep, 2025, 11.36 AM IST
Are fruits and fruit juices safe for diabetics? CMC Vellore doctor explains what is safeDr. Sudhir Kumar, a CMC Vellore-trained doctor, advises that whole fruits are safe and beneficial for type 2 diabetics when consumed in mod...
11 Sep, 2025, 02.22 PM IST
Why watermelon juice is great for staying hydrated and energized in scorching heat; check these 6 reasonsWatermelon juice is a great summer drink. It helps to beat the heat and also keeps you hydrated and active. The juice contains electrolytes...
09 Aug, 2025, 02.40 PM IST
Eat watermelon daily? Here’s what it really does to your bodyThe "watermelon detox" trend, popularized on social media, involves consuming only watermelon for days, which experts deem unsafe due to th...
04 Jul, 2025, 02.40 AM IST
Food safety authority finds 2,000 adulterated watermelons: Here are easy tips to test the purity of the summer fruitAs summer peaks, watermelon demand rises, so does adulteration risk. The Food Safety Department urges caution. Tiruppur officials seized 11...
09 Apr, 2025, 02.31 PM IST
- Eating food off the floor is not safe at all
New York, Sep 11 (IANS) Food, once dropped on the floor, is not safe to eat, however quickly you pick it up, warns a new study that debunks...
11 Sep, 2016, 12.42 PM IST
Easy to get your daily nutrients if you follow a colour schemeAccording to Hourigan, salads and fruit or vegetable-based salsa on the side are a must when you have a hot main meal like a curry or a pas...
13 Mar, 2015, 03.36 PM IST