Health
Meditation Happens. The More You Chase It, The More Elusive It Becomes
Ever experienced this? You are drinking your first cup of tea in the morning. There is a nip in the…
Here’s Why You Should Definitely Include Cucumber In Your Diet
On a hot sunny day, spotting a handcart with cucumbers is not a difficult task. It is said that cucumbers…Share Your Stories
Methi or Fenugreek Benefits : Why It’s A Powerful Medicine In Your Kitchen
What’s better than something with amazing medicinal properties easily available in your kitchen? Methi, also known as fenugreek seed, forms…
How Can Neem Be A Health Changer- 6 Amazing Neem Benefits
From using the frayed end of its twig for cleaning our teeth to using it for improving our skin, Neem…
Ginger Honey Is A Super Food. Here’s Why
‘Adrakwaali Chai’ has a special place in our life. In the fog of winter, or when the rains knock, the…
The Power Of Lemonade: A Simple Drink For All Our Complex Issues
Think summer, think lemonade. Oh I can't remember a single school day, when most of us would stop by the…
Menopause At 30 – Here Is My Story, Dealing With My Body And Mind
Menopause- is a normal condition only if has happened at the normal age. Medically, it is the end of the…
Addiction: We Don’t See The Problem Till Some Sort Of Crisis Manifests
What is addiction? Who is an addict? Is it about the alcohol, the cigarettes, the food, the shopping, the device,…
BJP Manifesto promises sanitary napkin at Re 1 under Suvidha Scheme
The BJP has promised sanitary napkins for Re 1 to all women and girls across India in its manifesto. This…
Delhi’s Deteriorating Air Quality: A Mother’s Concerns
So, my son just started going to the BIG school, and it was cause for big celebrations in the family…
Why We Need To Increase Our Focus On An Adolescent Girl’s Health
There are several phases in every girl’s life, from menstruating to hitting menopause, but what’s most imperative in this journey…
Hormones That Impact Weight Loss And Gain In Women
Do you want to lose weight but don't know how? Or do you want to gain weight? Well, various hormones…
Long working hours lead to depression in women, but not in men says study
Long working hours may lead to depression among women but not in men according to a new study just out. A…
Why Immune System Dysregulation Is On The Rise In Children
Modern medicine has been successful in eradicating much of the traditional childhood epidemics like measles, mumps, polio, whooping-cough and rubella.…
Body shamed, her confidence crushed but Shruti Sarda took it head on
While motherhood is a beautiful and divine experience, it surely comes with a zillion challenges of its own. One of…
IIT-D Boys Launch Roll-on Pain Reliever For Menstrual Cramps
Menstrual cramps can cause unbearable pain for some women often leading to endometriosis. To help them tackle with the issue…
Glorifying Virginity Can Also Cost Women Their Health
Virginity among unmarried Indian girls isn’t just a requisite, it is a norm. Which is why most people automatically assume…
Let’s Remove The Roadblocks On The Way To Creating Cancer Awareness
I am a cancer specialist, working in a tertiary hospital in a metropolitan city. I am very passionate about woman…
Smearing Menstruation Blood On One’s Face Is Not Empowering
The other day, the internet, the font of most of the information I received, threw up an article on a…
Once Again, Tell Yourself: Periods Are Natural. Periods Are Okay.
Before I start, I just want you guys to know it’s that time of the month, and right now --…
How Childhood Infections & Antibiotics May Raise Mental Illness Risk
Hospitalization for an infection might leave you at greater risk for mental illness, writes Christine Bear, Professor, Faculty of Medicine,…
Our Self Esteem Shouldn’t Depend On External Validation
We all need approval, validation and attention from others. It is a natural human trait. External validation makes you feel good.…
Health Check: How Frequently Do People Have Sex?
Australians report having sex once or twice a week, on average. For Brits, it’s less than once a week, while…How Gender Bias Can Influence Pediatric Pain Assessment
To gauge the pain a child is going through, we take into consideration the behavioural changes. Crying is one of…
Diet Soft Drinks Linked To Stroke, Heart Attack Risk: Study
Drinking diet soft drinks, such as Diet Coke, every day increase your risk of dying young, say experts. Indulging in…
How A Cold Splash Helps Reduce Stress & Post-Menopausal Effects
A cold splash in the morning and all the fatigue goes away. Isn't it? Feeling sleepy? Just a cold splash,…Period Hacks: Simple Solutions To Prevent Discomfort During Travel
I still remember the day my ten year old was getting ready for an overnight inter-state sports tournament, says Poonam…
How Contraceptive Pills Affect Women’s Emotions
Amidst an attempt to control population, contraceptive pills have been widely used for more than 50 years. Approximately 80% of…
The Female Condom Demystified: All You Need To Know
The market is flooded with varied contraceptive methods! You would surely be baffled, trying to understand what’s best for you…
Try These Six Foods And Bid Irregular Periods Goodbye
Food and girls have been trolled way too much on the internet and even an American healthy snack creator has…
Doctorspeak: Ways To Treat Female Sexual Dysfunction
In the previous article we looked at the ‘types and the conditions that cause Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD).’ Thanks to…
Study Reveals Why Women Can Stay Mentally Sharper Than Men
A recent study by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has revealed why women can stay mentally sharp longer…
All You Need To Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Recently, we saw Sara Ali Khan, the daughter of Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh, open up about how she…
How To Feed The Population Healthy Food Without Ruining The Planet
We need to change the way we eat in order to safeguard the planet, writes Alessandro R Demaio, Australian Medical Doctor;…
Are “Healthy” Packaged Snacks Good For Children, Or Even Adults?
Greater awareness about proper diet has given birth to a new category of munchies - “healthy” packaged snacks. A lot…
Decluttering Our Minds Of Negativity Is More Important Than Ever Now
Marie Kondo may have made getting rid of junk a fancy thing, but it feels that we are more in…
Girls’ Toilets In Schools Doubled In Last Decade: Rural Education Report
The Annual Status For Education Report (ASER) Rural 2018 recently came out with some significant findings about the state of rural…
Soon, Low-Cost Device To Detect Cervical Cancer: Nimmi Ramanujam
In India, more than 436.76 million women above the age of 15 are at risk of developing cervical cancer. Almost 74,000…
Thin Doesn’t Mean Healthy: Beware Of Poor Diet, Sedentary Lifestyle
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 63% of Australian adults are overweight or obese. But it’s much…
When Celebs Speak On Health Issues Like PCOD, It Helps End The Stigma
Debutante actor Sara Ali Khan chose to speak on PCOD, openly, in a recently-aired episode of the talk show Koffee…
What Support Do Breast Cancer Patients Want? Food, Rides & Prayer
For 31 days every October, pink ribbons and #BCAM hashtags flood our social media timelines with information about breast cancer.…
How Air Pollution Affects Pregnancy: Risks & Measures Involved
In November last year, the Delhi Government had declared a public health emergency as the air pollution hugely escalated and almost…
How Your Gut Bacteria Can Affect Your Body Weight
Have you been putting on weight recently for no apparent reason? Do you exercise regularly, eat well and yet not…
Zika Virus In India: Everything You Must Know About It
India is the latest country to be affected by the outbreak of Zika Virus. The total number of Zika virus…
Green Beans Are Packed With Power: Here’s Why
Isn’t it just awesome when you can use something in a number of ways to your advantage? When a food…
Study Reveals Why Migraines Are More Common In Women
Migraine is the third most common disease around the world. Its global prevalence is that of one in seven people.…
New Study Finds Link Between Chemotherapy & Early Menopause
According to a latest study, women with lung cancer who undergo chemotherapy are likely to experience an early menopause. Chemotherapy…
Health Ministry Pushes For Genetic Test For Pregnant Women
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has drafted a policy advising compulsory genetic screening of all pregnant women. It…
Ban On The Life-saving Drug Oxytocin: What It Means To Us
To avoid the misuse in the livestock industry India stopped formulation of oxytocin from July 1. Oxytocin, plays a vital…
Secondhand Smoke Causes Thousands Of Stillbirths: Study
According to a study recently published in the journal BMJ Tobacco Control, over 50% of pregnant women in developing countries…
Beating The Odds: Punching Cancer In Its Face!
When I saw that image of the waif-like, beautiful Sonali Bendre Behl walking up to her car, bravely after being…
Female Actors From Bollywood Who Fought Cancer Bravely
Sonali Bendre's revelation on Twitter about her high-grade cancer has set off shock waves in the Bollywood industry. The news has…
How Much Screen Time Should You Allow Yourself?
Excessive time in front of screens is posing as a serious health hazard among people of all age groups. As…
Uterus Receiver Completes First 12 Weeks Of Her Pregnancy
A uterus receiver from Vadodara, who had a successful uterus transplant in Pune in May 2017 has now completed the…
Through Yoga, I Learn, I Teach, I Heal, I Live
The first time I encountered what I now know to be part of a yogic way of life was when…
How To Compliment Women On Their Bodies Without Fat-Shaming
I was around 27 or 28, the age at which I was pretty clueless about which direction my love life…
How To Make Your Kitchen Zero Waste
One of the major concerns for all of us is the disposal of waste and the “how” and “where” around…
Six Healthy Alternatives to Refined White Sugar
We have been using white sugar for a long time but we are all aware of the slew of health problems…
#MenstrualHygieneDay: Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters
Menstruation is a natural process that most girls experience every month starting from her puberty years. Yet, in our society,…
Break The Silence, A Message From Manisha This Menstrual Hygiene Day
This Menstrual Hygiene Day, let's meet Manisha Kamble who is a Community Health Volunteer for the children living in street situations in Mumbai.…
High-Dose Vitamin D Could Be Game Changer In Treating Malnutrition
High-dose vitamin D supplements improve weight gain and help with the development of language and motor skills in severely malnourished…
Spinal Cord Tumour Survivor Conquers The Boston Marathon
Carolina Ortega is an analyst from Miami, USA. Recently, she has successfully participated in the Boston Marathon. So, what's special…
Gen Z Gets Bored with Smartphones; It’s called Phone Boredom
So, now the generation Z is getting bored with smartphones and the internet, as millennials got bored of television and cable…
AIIMS Patna Permits Cancer Patient to hold Daughter’s Wedding in ICU
On April 2, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, facilitated the wedding of a young couple in the…
Some Easy Ways To Stay Hydrated This Summer
Summer isn’t everyone’s favourite season. With temperatures soaring, it is essential to stay hydrated. Dehydration occurs when your body is…
Odisha Doctor Climbs Hill, Crosses River To Save Tribal Mother & Child
Sometimes, doctors go above and beyond their call of duty to aid people in trouble. In a remarkable sequence of events,…
‘Winners of Breast Cancer’ Celebrates the Courage of Cancer Survivors
Dr S M Bose is an oncologist and has been interested in the management of breast cancer for the past four decades. His book " WINNERS OF BREAST CANCER: Stories…Chhatisgarh College Forces Pregnant Student to Dance in Class
In Chhatisgarh, a B.Ed student has come forward and narrated an ordeal she had to go through due to her college…
14-Year-Old Girl Protest Against Open Defecation, Inspires 35 Others
Neatness and cleanliness reflect an individual’s mentality and principles. It is nowhere related to a function of being rich or…
Report Says Indian Rural Women Delay Treating Breast Cancer
The second most common type of cancer among women, Breast cancer is affecting Indian rural women the most because they…
10 Reasons to include Lemon in your diet
A generous squeeze of lemon can do wonders. This citrus fruit, available in different shapes and sizes, is known to…Periods are Painful, and Now We have Doctor Saying That!
A recently published article linked menstrual cramps to the pain experienced during a heart attack. Though there is no research…Women With Apple Shaped Figure More Prone To Heart Attack: Study
A new study from University of Oxford has said that women with apple shaped figures are at particular risk of…
Barbara Streisand Faces Criticism for Cloning Her Pet Dog
In a recent interview, Barbara Streisand revealed that she got her deceased dog cloned twice, triggering a debate on the…
Know How These Entrepreneurs Recharge Their Inner Selves
Work pressure, life expectations and the need to put one's best foot forward during all times can be a Herculean…
Railways To Install Sanitary Napkin Machines In 200 Stations
As part of International Women’s Day celebrations, the Railway Ministry has announced that it will install sanitary napkin dispensers and…
13-Yr-Old Girl Fasts For 2 Days, Gets Toilet Built At Home
Young girls across the country are devising their own ways to solve problems. A case in point is that of H Mahankali,…
TB Survivor On A Mission To Help Other Patients
Nandita Venkatesan, who lost her hair and hearing after two bouts of intestinal tuberculosis and hid her illness for eight years of…
5 Women Tell Us Why They Adore Spring Season
Have you noticed a drastic change in the weather? The cold winds have given way to light breeze caressing your…
Deepika Padukone: Depression is Going to be the Next Big Epidemic
Deepika Padukone spoke on 'Making mental wellness a boardroom priority' at the World Congress on Information Technology and Nasscom India…
Heart Attack Symptoms In Women Not Taken Seriously: Study
A new study has found that women who suffer from symptoms of heart attack are more likely to be dismissed…
Conflicts Of Interest: Sunita Narain On Her Battles For A Clean India
In ‘Conflicts of Interest’, India’s foremost environmentalist Sunita Narain talks about her battles for the country’s green movement. She has…Reduce Unnecessary Interventions In Childbirth: WHO
The WHO has made 26 new recommendations regarding childbirth. It has said the traditional benchmarks for labour wards are unrealistic…
US Woman Who Suffered Three Heart Attacks Spreads Awareness
A Texas woman, Tara Robinson, suffered three heart attacks in three days at the age of 40. She is now…
Goa Govt. to Provide Sanitary Pads at Construction Sites
The issue of menstrual hygiene is finally gaining its due recognition with authorities trying their best to sensitize as many…Urban Workplaces – Padman You are Needed Here too
Padman has made it easier and in vogue for us to talk about menstruation. A subject until neglected, concealed, and…
GOQii India Fit Report 2018: How Fit Are The Women?
'The GOQii India Fit Report 2018 - Trust & Challenges in the Indian Healthcare System’ is out. The comprehensive report…
Why Should Menstruating Women Sleep Outside their House?
A menstrual taboo is any social taboo concerned with menstruation. In some societies it involves menstruation being perceived as unclean or embarrassing. Many religions consider…
Recycling Waste is Essential For Swachh Bharat to Succeed
While we cheer on for the Swacchh Bharat movement, the task at hand is half done as long as we…
5 Women Entrepreneurs Striving To Provide Mental Wellness
We are fortunate to be living in an era where a lot of importance is being attached to mental and…
Kanchana Banerjee on her Weight loss Journey
If you decide to lose it, you must be prepared to really lose it. What am I talking about? Losing…
Sitting In The Winter Sun: A Treasure Trove Of Benefits
While we often find winters synonymous with lazy and hazy mornings, hot beverages, layers of clothes and deserted streets, there…
Three-Year-Old Helps Deliver Baby, Picture Goes Viral
A picture of a three year old girl helping deliver her baby brother has gone viral. Her mother Rebecca Joseloff…
London Woman Feels Sense Of Touch Through Bionic Hand
Almerina Mascarello lost her left hand in an accident nearly 25 years ago. Despite her missing limb, the London woman can…
Now Even Stress Relief and Peace of Mind are Just an “App” Away
With each passing day, apps are becoming an inseparable part of our lives. We depend on them for everything from news,…
A Mother’s Inability to Breastfeed is not her Unwillingness
The Madras High Court recently posed a query to Center that why it isn't obligatory for mothers to breastfeed their newborns.…
Woman Battling Cancer Gets Married Hours Before Death
Heather Mosher, a woman fighting breast cancer got married at a hospital 18 hours before she died. She and her…
“Priortising Makes Everything Fall Into Place”, Says Bojosi Gamontle
A Vancouver-based Ph.D. student in Occupational & Environmental Hygiene, Occupational Therapist Bojosi Gamontle grew up in Botswana as the oldest…In a First, Bhopal Rly Station Installs Sanitary Napkin Vending Machine
As a New Year gift to women passengers, Bhopal station has installed a sanitary napkin machine on one of its…
Sugar May Cause Depression: Study
Sugar may cause depression. It is time to give up those deserts. Don't believe? A new study shows that eating…
Binge Drinking and How Too Much Alcohol Affects Our Body
As another year is at its cessation, it's time to revel in celebrations and welcome the New Year with élan.…
Here’s Busting Five UTI Myths That Most People Believe
Studies say that women have more than 50% chances of contracting Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) at least once in their…
