Health
Seitan (pronounced say-tan), aka wheat gluten, has been a common ingredient in Chinese vegetarian dishes for centuries, particularly for people who practice Buddhism and abstain from meat for religious reasons. Having grown up in a Chinese family, I regularly eat seitan—also known as mianjin in Mandarin and min gan in Cantonese. It’s one of my…
Anjali Mukerjee also emphasises that lifestyle optimisation is the key to addressing obesity Staying in shape, exercising regularly and eating healthy are essential for maintaining good health. However, in today’s fast-paced world, many of us often neglect our well-being. We spend most of our time working, skipping workouts, indulging in unhealthy food and failing to…
‘Tis the season for family dinners, work parties and cross-country flights, all in the name of togetherness. Unfortunately, it’s also the perfect season for viruses to make their rounds. The good news is you can improve your odds of staying healthy by using basic infection-prevention methods while you’re partaking in all the festive fun. “People…
Since ancient times, experts have used astrology to guide their lives in fulfilling ways. Besides wealth and love, health is another important aspect that is looked into using this practice. While there is no substitute for medical sciences, astrology can act as a supplementary guide to one’s physical and mental health. Curious to know what…
Just like Oprah, I love bread. All kinds of bread, too—toast, sandwiches, garlic bread, homemade bread straight from the oven…yum. But because whole grain bread may be better for you than others, I try to choose it more often. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend making at least half your grains whole. Whole grains…
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From continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) that monitor blood sugar for those with diabetes, to smartwatches and smart rings that claim to monitor blood glucose for everyone else (and which the FDA warns should not be used for blood glucose monitoring), social media has been flooded with rumors about what foods spike blood sugar levels. Grapes…
Rick Woychik, Ph.D., directs NIEHS and the National Toxicology Program. (Image courtesy of NIEHS) Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) represent one of the most challenging environmental health concerns of our time. Used in products ranging from food packaging and firefighting foams to stain- and water-resistant fabrics, these chemicals are widespread in the modern world. While…
There has been growing clamour for removing or lowering the current GST rate of 18% on life and health insurance policies. After union minister Nitin Gadkari raised this issue, the people started hoping for the rate cut to become a reality as it was taken for consideration by the GST council. However, despite several meetings…
Last Updated:December 02, 2024, 09:46 IST Influenza prevention is a shared responsibility. People have to make a lot of effort to avoid the flu. Influenza, often mistaken for a common cold, is a far more serious global health concern than perceived. Each year, the virus affects an estimated one billion people globally, leading to 290,000…