Diabetes cases are alarmingly on the rise in Kerala, with recent research from the Indian Medical Research Institute and the Indian Diabetes Center indicating a 23.6 percent increase in the disease’s prevalence. Kerala now ranks third in diabetes rates, following Goa (26.4 pc) and Puducherry (26.3 pc). Despite being widely viewed as a role model…
Psychiatrist Daniel Amen, with a substantial TikTok following of over three million users under the handle @docamen, has revealed what he deems the worst breakfast choices for mental health. Boasting his own clinic and podcast, Amen regularly shares insights on various mental health topics, from anxiety to neurodiversity. In a recent TikTok video, he highlighted…
Over the past few decades, many studies have investigated the relationship between single foods and nutrients and breast cancer risk. The results have strongly suggested that some dietary components (e.g., vegetables, fibre) are protective while others (e.g., red meat, alcohol) can increase the likelihood of developing breast cancer. These studies, though, don’t consider the combined…
A Gen Z woman recently went viral on TikTok after sharing a slideshow of images showcasing the contents of her fridge and cupboards. In the post, Helen Humphrey-Taylor, 21, (@helentaylorrr), showed off tins of tuna, unsalted corn cakes, an “abundance” of chicken breasts and enough peanut butter to prepare for doomsday, referring to her home…
What did you have for breakfast this morning? Maybe you treated yourself to a fry-up with all the trimmings, or maybe you opted for a “healthy” fruit yogurt, cereal, or a piece of toast. Well, according to new research, all of these breakfasts may be causing us to age prematurely. In the U.S., ultra-processed foods…
An influencer in China consumed pig feed costing just 3 yuan (40 US cents) a day to save money, asserting it is healthier than takeaway food, which has sparked widespread health concerns. Kong Yufeng, known online as “King Kong Liuke”, is a popular handicraft influencer on Douyin, boasting 2.8 million followers. She is a graduate…
Lifestyle management in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) needs to reduce weight stigma, because for some people living with it, overly focusing on weight loss can negatively impact their mental health and wellbeing, a Monash University-led systematic review has found. Published in Obesity Reviews, the research review found weight stigma was a barrier to women seeking treatment…
Ayurveda experts claim that managing diabetes through Ayurveda offers a holistic approach that goes beyond simply controlling blood sugar levels. According to them, by incorporating Ayurvedic practices, one can naturally enhance insulin production and restore balance within the body. Ayurveda for blood sugar: Ayurvedic tips to control diabetes and boost insulin naturally (Photo by Snehabasu)…
Shilpa Shetty and John Abraham are two of the fittest celebrities in B-Town. The two actors love working out and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with nutritious diets. In an interview, Shilpa and John sat together to discuss their diet and fitness routines. According to them, abs are made in the kitchen, and the secret to…
For the first time in 10 years, the American Stroke Association has updated its guidelines for stroke prevention. The “2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke,” published in the journal Stroke, empowers people to take precautions to reduce their risk of stroke, which is the No. 5 cause of death in the U.S., according…