Health & Wellness: News

#HealthBytes: 5 incredible health benefits of Yoga

The ancient, spiritual Indian practice of Yoga has gained massive momentum across the globe, in the past couple of decades.

#HealthBytes: Top diet tips to help you manage diabetes

Diabetes is India's fastest growing disease, with around 72 million recorded cases in the year 2017 itself.

#HealthBytes: 5 healthiest spices and herbs you should consume

Spices and herbs have held a special position in the history of Indian medicine.

#HealthBytes: What to do if you had unprotected sex?

Having unprotected sex isn't the smartest move, as far as your sexual health is concerned, but sometimes (read nights), mistakes happen.

Exposed to passive cigarette smoking since childhood? Not good!

For those kids who grew up with parents who smoked, there's bad news in store.

#HealthBytes: 5 life-changing health benefits of running

One of the most popular exercises the world over, running is great for your overall physical and mental health.

#HealthBytes: 5 reasons to use a female condom

We agree that female condoms are not as popular as their male counterparts, but they sure are gaining attention now, and because of good reasons.

#HealthBytes: 5 natural home remedies to treat malaria

A deadly mosquito-borne disease characterized by fever, sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, malaria claims thousands of lives annually in India alone.

#PolicyExplainer: This govt scheme provides quality medicines at low cost

Healthcare is one of India's biggest industries yet over 60% of people in the country lack access to modern healthcare, with the unavailability of affordable medicines being a major contributor.

#HealthBytes: Tips for better oral hygiene

Your mouth is where you get all your nutrition from. It's the first gateway your food passes from.

#HealthBytes: 9 things that might be killing your sex drive

A fulfilling sex life is crucial to your relationship with your partner.

#HealthBytes: 5 incredible health benefits of meditation

Meditation has become quite a global phenomenon in the past couple of decades, as people from all parts of the world are getting aware of its many positive effects.

5 common myths about homosexuality debunked!

The world has not been kind to the same-sex loving community. It's high time we stop insulting and shaming these individuals, because having a different sexual orientation doesn't make them any less human.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 health benefits of eating egg whites

The popular super-food, egg is known for its uncountable health benefits.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee critical, is on life support system

Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who had been admitted at AIIMS for the last nine weeks is critical, the premium medical institute said in a statement on Wednesday.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 home remedies to cure hangovers

After a hard week of work, weekends often involve partying, and of course, plenty of alcohol for those who have a taste for it.

#HealthBytes: 5 Indian dinner options that help in weight-loss

Weight loss isn't about shrinking your diet or fasting. In fact, such practices are unhealthy.

AIIMS starts door-step test, screening facility for elderly

In a unique initiative, AIIMS has started a door-step service for the people living in old-age homes in Delhi.

#HealthBytes: Here's why E-cigarettes are more harmful than you think

In the past decade or so, E-cigarettes have taken the Western world by storm, in particular- the teenagers and young adults.

Why we need sex education in our schools

One of the biggest ironies about our great nation is that despite being home to the second largest population on planet, we're hopelessly shy when it comes to talking about sex.

Natural Cycles: A mobile app that's legally a contraceptive

While there exist several smartphone apps that track periods, and presumably fertility, one app, Natural Cycles, has received the nod to legally market itself as a 'birth control' app in the US.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 health benefits of dark chocolate

We've all had a love-hate relationship with chocolates. Their heavenly taste is to die for, but then, they also end up making us fat.

#PolicyExplainer: This govt scheme provides quality medicines at low cost

Healthcare is one of India's biggest industries yet over 60% of people in the country lack access to modern healthcare, with the unavailability of affordable medicines being a major contributor.

#HealthBytes: 5 natural home remedies to treat malaria

A deadly mosquito-borne disease characterized by fever, sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, malaria claims thousands of lives annually in India alone.

#HealthBytes: 5 amazing health benefits of coconut water

Consumed since time immemorial in the tropics, and considered a super-drink in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, coconut water has recently gained massive popularity across the globe.

#HealthBytes: The many health benefits of yogurt

Yogurt is undeniably a super-food, and science backs the fact.

#HealthBytes: Tips to using a condom correctly

Talking of contraceptives, condoms are handy, easily storable, widely available, and above all, effective (most of them are!)

#HealthBytes: Top 5 best anti-aging food items for women

Natural aging makes our bodies go through a number of changes. It affects digestion, reduces immunity, lowers blood circulation, and also threatens hair and skin health.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 health benefits of black tea

We Indians have obsessively been drinking the various variants of tea since time immemorial.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 healthy drinks to help you lose weight

Losing weight healthily and effectively is a long-term, disciplined process.

#HealthBytes: What causes pain during sex? How to cure it?

If you experience pain during sexual intercourse, know that you're not alone.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 home remedies to cure hangovers

After a hard week of work, weekends often involve partying, and of course, plenty of alcohol for those who have a taste for it.

#HealthBytes: 5 common myths about masturbation busted

Myths about masturbation have been around since a long time, because people have given it a bad rap, citing various untrue mental and physical health concerns.

#HealthBytes: 5 food items that help you detox your body

Although, human body has the natural tendency and ability to flush out toxins, there are ways in which the process can be made faster and more efficient.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items that can help induce menstruation

To have a balanced hormone levels in the body, and general mental and physical well-being, regular menstruation is important for every woman.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items for enhanced sexual health

A satisfying sexual life results in overall emotional, physical, and mental well-being among couples, and vice-versa.

Karunanidhi "extremely critical, unstable": Chennai hospital

Thousands of police personnel have been deployed in Chennai as DMK supremo Karunanidhi's followers continued gathering outside the Kauvery Hospital, which yesterday declared his health had declined.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 super-foods for your child's growth

A child's brain and body do not function the same way as an adult, since they're still in the initial stage of growth.

#HealthBytes: Top 5 food items rich in Vitamin D

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient, obtained mainly from sunlight (and certain food items).

#HealthBytes: Top 5 home remedies to help you fight dandruff