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‘A little psychedelic…’: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, says she turned to Ayurveda and adaptogenic mushrooms during pregnancy

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, recently opened up about turning to ancient Indian health practices during her pregnancies, sparking fresh curiosity about the safety and efficacy of alternative wellness tools during this sensitive time. Speaking on her podcast Confessions of a

Here’s what happens to the body when you turn off the Wi-Fi router for 7 days at night before sleeping

Lately, we have noticed a lot of social media chatter about Wi-Fi routers and why they must be turned off at night. But is there any relevant science behind this? Let’s ask experts what really happens to the body when

‘I don’t even recognise myself anymore’: reality of eating disorders in sport

The UK is facing what charities are calling an eating disorder epidemic, with an estimated 1.25 million people affected. These conditions have the highest mortality rate of any mental health illness, making early intervention and education urgent. Yet, within the

Can metformin actually slow the ageing process?

A few years ago, Marc Provissiero, a movie producer approaching his mid-50s, started contemplating the next decades of his life. He joined a high-end longevity clinic for a few hundred dollars a month and began monitoring his blood panels, eating

Pyaar ka Punchnama star Sonnalli Seygall recalls her postpartum experience: ‘Wait — shouldn’t my belly be gone by now?’

Pregnancy is a beautiful experience for women, when offered support and the right resources. However, there’s a lot that goes on in a new mother’s life once the baby is born. Postpartum comes with a range of problems – both

Spit science: why saliva is great way to detect disease

A few drops of saliva can now reveal what used to require a scalpel, a syringe or a scan.Scientists have developed ways to analyse spit for the tiniest traces of illness – from mouth cancer to diabetes, and even brain

Dietitian shares (secret) tips to eat Chinese food at restaurants to lose weight

If your weight loss goals are getting in the way of your Hakka noodles and dim sums, we have come to your rescue! You can stick to your weight loss journey and still enjoy your favourite Pan Asian cuisine without

R Madhavan asks neurologist one key habit with the ‘highest ROI’ on health: ‘Nothing comes close..’

R Madhavan’s commitment to healthy living—which includes clean eating and regular exercise—inspires the young and old. In a recent conversation with neurologist Dr Sid Warrier, the 54-year-old actor learned new things, including one key habit for good health. Sleep is

‘The lung lesion reduced to ⅓rd of its size’: Luke Coutinho reveals how a stage 4 lung cancer patient achieved remission

When it comes to battling life-threatening illnesses like stage 4 lung cancer, a holistic and integrative approach can sometimes work wonders, complementing traditional medical treatments. Health coach Luke Coutinho recently shared a remarkable recovery story of a patient who embraced

Covid is still around and a risk to vulnerable people; here are the symptoms to look out for in 2025

Five years ago, COVID was all we could think about. Today, we’d rather forget about lockdowns, testing queues and social distancing. But the virus that sparked the pandemic, SARS-CoV-2, is still circulating. Most people who get COVID today will experience

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