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Indias air quality forces millionaire to walk-out of podcast midway

India's air quality forces millionaire to walk-out of podcast midway

"Air pollution has been so normalized in India that no one even notices anymore despite the science of its negative...

4 Feb 2025 12:36 PM IST

Detroit rapper sues Lyft after driver refuses ride due to her weight

Detroit rapper sues Lyft after driver refuses ride due to her weight

A viral video featuring Detroit-based rapper and influencer Dank Demoss has ignited widespread discussions on social...

29 Jan 2025 12:23 PM IST

Moving away from BMI, experts propose new definition for obesity

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Moving away from BMI, experts propose new definition for obesity

A group of global experts is proposing a new way to define and diagnose obesity, reducing the emphasis on the...

23 Jan 2025 5:06 PM IST

UK bans daytime TV ads for unhealthy foods to tackle child obesity

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UK bans daytime TV ads for unhealthy foods to tackle child obesity

The United Kingdom government has introduced a new policy aimed at combating the growing issue of childhood obesity by...

5 Dec 2024 4:05 PM IST

PCOS is mainly caused by hormonal imbalance. It is more than experiencing irregular periods.

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PCOS and Obesity: What does it take to win the race?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common condition that affects women of reproductive age with impact from...

21 Nov 2024 3:47 PM IST

Hyderabad Researchers Uncover Link Between Obesity and Kidney Disease

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Hyderabad Researchers Uncover Link Between Obesity and Kidney Disease

University of Hyderabad and National Institute of Nutrition scientists identify WT1 as key factor in obesity-induced...

16 May 2024 8:02 PM IST

DCA Seizes Medicines with Misleading Advertisement

DCA Seizes Medicines with Misleading Advertisement

Hyderabad: The Drugs Control Administration (DCA) officials seized three Ayurvedic medicines with misleading...

1 May 2024 1:14 AM IST

Sitting, the new silent killer

Sitting, the new silent killer

New studies reveal that prolonged sitting is worse than smoking; with over 38% of Indian professionals spending time...

24 Nov 2023 12:00 AM IST

Myths And Facts Related to Obesity That One Needs to Understand

Myths And Facts Related to Obesity That One Needs to Understand

Obesity has emerged as a worldwide health issue, impacting millions of people across the globe. It is characterised by...

27 Jun 2023 7:51 PM IST

Obesity among fathers is on the rise

Obesity among fathers is on the rise

this Father's Day it is time to shine the spotlight on how fathers can be fit and fine

18 Jun 2023 9:36 AM IST

Over 11 per cent Indians Diabetic, 36 per cent have Hypertension: Lancet Survey

Over 11 per cent Indians Diabetic, 36 per cent have Hypertension:...

New Delhi: The prevalence of diabetes in India is 11.4 per cent, while 35.5 per cent and 15.3 per cent of people suffer...

9 Jun 2023 3:45 PM IST