Podcaster claims the Hemoglobin A1C test to measure blood sugar levels can help detect cancer risk: ‘It’s one of the most important…’; experts react

Podcaster claims the Hemoglobin A1C test to measure blood sugar levels can help detect cancer risk: ‘It’s one of the most important…’; experts react

Is there a link between the Hemoglobin A1C blood test, which measures blood sugar levels, and the identification of cancer risk? Podcaster Bisma Lalji, who is battling stage 4 breast cancer, recently claimed that high blood sugar doesn’t just impact diabetes risk, “It also fuels inflammation, disrupts hormone balance, and creates an internal environment where cancer … Read more

Shefali Jariwala death: Why experts caution against taking medicines, injections on an empty stomach

Shefali Jariwala death: Why experts caution against taking medicines, injections on an empty stomach

Shefali Jariwala death: Shefali Jariwala, who passed away recently, was reportedly fasting on the fateful day. Many reports also suggest that the 42-year-old, believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest, had allegedly taken anti-ageing medications on an empty stomach. She was fasting on Friday due to a puja at her home, and consuming various medicines … Read more

Here’s what happens when you give up alcohol for six months

Here’s what happens when you give up alcohol for six months

The fact that alcohol is bad for health is known. But what exactly happens when you give up alcohol entirely? Dr Aniket Mule, consultant internal medicine, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, said that when someone decides to quit alcohol, they will notice many benefits that will unfold almost immediately and continue to grow. “Six months without … Read more

Why even short flights may leave you feeling exhausted

Why even short flights may leave you feeling exhausted

Have you ever observed how even short flights can leave you extremely exhausted? If yes, have you ever wondered why that is? We posed this question to experts. Dr Narander Singla, lead consultant, internal medicine, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, and he said that a person may experience fatigue after even brief flights for a variety … Read more

A, O, or AB: Is one blood group likely to feel hotter than others?

A, O, or AB: Is one blood group likely to feel hotter than others?

Is there any particular blood group that experiences increased heat sensitivity? We asked experts this question, and Dr Narander Singla, lead consultant, internal medicine, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, said there is no direct correlation between blood groups and an individual’s sensitivity to heat. However, he contended that research suggests certain blood groups may exhibit varying levels … Read more

Is sweet smelling urine a sign of high blood sugar levels?

Is sweet smelling urine a sign of high blood sugar levels?

After bringing you expert-approved tips to lower blood sugar levels by 10 points, what you must do if, as a pre-diabetic, your fasting blood sugar is 114, and why you must not blindly believe that the ‘insulin plant’ can help reduce blood sugar levels in 12 weeks, today we decided to get to the bottom … Read more

10 signs your blood sugar is too high, and what to do in such a situation

10 signs your blood sugar is too high, and what to do in such a situation

When blood sugar is very high, especially above 250 mg/dL, your body starts to give warning signs. Dr Amit Saraf, director of internal medicine at Jupiter Hospital, Thane, said high blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, often develops gradually and can be missed if you’re not aware of the warning signs. These symptoms may come on gradually and are … Read more

Salman Khan tells Kapil Sharma that he suffers from brain aneurysm, AV malformation: ‘Uske bawajood chal rahe hain’; doctor says both conditions pose ‘significant heath risks’

Salman Khan tells Kapil Sharma that he suffers from brain aneurysm, AV malformation: ‘Uske bawajood chal rahe hain’; doctor says both conditions pose ‘significant heath risks’

Salman Khan, 59, recently opened up about battling severe health issues, including a brain aneurysm and AV malformation diagnosis. On the new season of The Great Indian Kapil Show, Khan casually remarked that despite severe health issues, he is still working. “Hum ye jo daily ki haddiyan tudwa rahe hain, pasliyan toot gai, trigeminal neuralgia … Read more

Can keeping one foot outside the blanket help you sleep better? Experts answer this burning question

Can keeping one foot outside the blanket help you sleep better? Experts answer this burning question

We are always intrigued by how our bodies work. So, when we chanced upon a so-called “highly effective” method to sleep better, which includes dangling or exposing one foot outside your blanket at night, we wanted to know more: What exactly is it, and does it even work? With a yes, Dr Sheetal Goyal, consultant … Read more

Yoga instructor takes 1 month malasana and warm water challenge, shares the changes she experienced

Yoga instructor takes 1 month malasana and warm water challenge, shares the changes she experienced

Taking up expert-approved challenges can be an interesting way to achieve good health. So, when we came across a video of yoga instructor Tannu challenging herself to sit in malasana and drink a glass of warm water every morning for 1 month, we were intrigued. “After sitting in malasana for almost one month and drinking … Read more