This is what you should know about orthorexia OrthorexiaOrthorexia nervosa, also known as an eating disorder, is a disorder in which a person has an unhealthy focus on eating healthily. While eating nutritious foods is a good choice, when a person begins to obsess over it to the point that it can harm their overall … Read more
Recommendations for COVID-19 and flu vaccines are identical and are extremely important for your long-term health. Flu season is in full swing in the United States, and doctors are urging people of all ages to get vaccinated — starting at 6 months old, get vaccinated. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, getting … Read more
Eating 4 to 5 prunes a day can increase bone density, according to a study (Image credit: iStock) For many people, increasing bone density traditionally means increasing their intake of milk and dairy products. However, a groundbreaking study suggests that prunes could be an even better option, especially for those who are lactose intolerant or … Read more
What is the 4:8 breathing method that Manu Bhaker uses to strengthen his lungs? (Image credits: Instagram) Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker recently shared a unique breathing technique that played a key role in India winning medals, including two bronzes at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She recently appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati, hosted by Amitabh … Read more
Health Ministry approves shorter course of treatment for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (Image credit: iStock) The Union Ministry of Health has approved a shorter, less toxic and more effective treatment regimen, BPaLM, for multidrug-resistant disease. tuberculosis (MDR-TB) under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP). This new six-month regimen replaces the previous 20-month treatment and includes pretomanid, a … Read more
Riddle Challenge: A Man Works Over 40 Hours A Week But Never Sleeps. Find Out How! (Image credits: Instagram) As awareness about mental health increases, finding ways to keep the mind sharp and resilient has become more important than ever. One such method that is gaining popularity is engaging in brain exercises and mental challenges, … Read more
Weight loss: Here’s how the new hiking trend, rucking, can help you shed extra pounds (Image credit: iStock) In the fitness world, new trends are emerging every day that offer a variety of ways to stay active and achieve health goals. Recently, one such trend has been taking over social media due to its immense … Read more
2 minutes reading time Last update: September 6, 2024 | 17:57 IS The Union Health Ministry has approved the introduction of BPaLM regimen, a new treatment for multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) under its National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) as a highly effective and shorter duration treatment option. This regimen includes a new anti-TB drug, called … Read more
Immune response hampers lung repair after viral infections like COVID-19, study finds (Image credit: iStock) A recent study has identified how immune cells hinder the repair of the lung’s protective barrier after viral infections such as COVID-19. This research, co-led by Cedars-Sinai and published in Nature, could lead to new therapeutic strategies aimed at improving … Read more
Yoga Poses That Help Reduce Gas and Bloating The word yoga means to connect or unite. To connect with the self, the divine self or the soul. There are eight different parts of yoga which include yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. When all of them are practiced, enlightenment is attained. Yoga … Read more
