Health

Drinking green juice every morning provides a powerful dose of hydration, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Made from leafy greens like spinach, kale, and celery, it supports digestion, boosts energy, helps regulate blood sugar, strengthens immunity, and improves overall nutrient intake. When consumed daily, green juice can promote better gut health, sustained energy, and overall well-being.

Two suspected Nipah virus cases have been reported in West Bengal, prompting authorities to deploy a National Joint Outbreak Response Team. The cases were detected at the Indian Council of Medical Research lab at AIIMS Kalyani. Nipah is a deadly zoonotic virus with a high fatality rate, spreading through contaminated food, animals, or close human contact, and can cause severe respiratory illness and encephalitis.

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi after experiencing two fainting episodes. Doctors have advised an MRI scan to determine the cause. Fainting, or syncope, occurs due to reduced blood flow to the brain and may be triggered by blood pressure changes, dehydration, medications, or heart-related issues.

Invisible fatigue in women is a common but often overlooked condition characterized by persistent tiredness, mental fog, and low energy. Key causes include anemia, chronic stress, and hormonal imbalances such as thyroid disorders, PCOS, or perimenopause. Ignoring these symptoms can impact health and quality of life, making early diagnosis, lifestyle adjustments, and medical care essential.

Birth control pills are highly effective, but certain foods, drinks, and supplements can interfere with their absorption or increase side effects. Activated charcoal, grapefruit, alcohol, flaxseed supplements, high-dose vitamin C, weight-loss products, garlic supplements, green tea, and St John’s Wort may affect hormone levels or liver enzymes, potentially reducing effectiveness or causing discomfort.

Inhaled insulin Afrezza has launched in India, offering a needle-free option for diabetes management. Designed to overcome needle phobia and insulin inertia, it delivers rapid-acting insulin through an inhaler, mimicking the body’s natural response. Experts say it may improve adherence, post-meal glucose control, and reduce the risk of hypoglycemia.

Blood sugar isn’t influenced by food alone, it responds to sleep, stress, movement, timing, and daily routines. Small habits repeated daily shape long-term metabolic health. Awareness helps you notice what your body has been responding to all along. Balance, not restriction, is what truly supports steady blood sugar.

Archana Puran Singh is battling Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a chronic pain condition she developed after a wrist injury during a 2025 film shoot. CRPS causes severe, persistent pain along with skin, temperature, and mobility changes due to abnormal nerve responses, often following injury, fracture, or surgery.

Over 120 years later, Swami Vivekananda’s ideas on physical strength, discipline, and mental resilience remain deeply relevant, offering powerful health lessons for today’s youth on National Youth Day.

Your daily coffee can be turned into a nutrient-rich drink by adding simple, healthy ingredients. Spices and superfoods like cinnamon, ginger, mushrooms, turmeric, and cacao are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that support heart health, improve digestion, boost immunity, and enhance mood—making your morning coffee both energising and beneficial for overall wellbeing.

Doctors warn that cold waves can increase the risk of infections, worsen hypertension, and trigger heart complications, especially in people with existing health conditions. Low temperatures cause blood vessels to constrict, raising blood pressure, while winter lifestyles reduce activity and immunity. Experts advise staying warm, monitoring BP, maintaining hygiene, and following a healthy diet and routine to stay protected.

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a silent but dangerous condition linked to heart attacks and strokes. Doctors say poor sleep can worsen BP levels. Sleeping on your side—especially the left—helps improve blood circulation, reduces strain on the heart, and supports better sleep, making it an effective lifestyle step to keep blood pressure under control.

A routine takeaway order led to a shocking medical emergency for 23-year-old medical student Alex Warwick, who suddenly developed speech problems and was rushed to the hospital. Initially suspected to be a stroke, doctors later discovered a high-grade brain tumour treated as glioblastoma. He has since undergone emergency surgery and requires ongoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

High cholesterol often shows no symptoms, but a blue-grey ring around the iris, known as arcus senilis, can be a visible warning sign. Caused by cholesterol buildup, it is more concerning when seen in people under 45. Early diagnosis through blood tests and lifestyle changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Google has removed certain AI health summaries after experts warned they were misleading, potentially dangerous, and lacked medical context, raising concerns about generative AI’s role in delivering sensitive health information.

Prashant Tamang’s sudden death due to cardiac arrest at 43 highlights rising heart risks among younger adults, underlining the urgent need for early screening, awareness, and preventive cardiovascular care.

Work stress often lingers in the body even after office hours, keeping the nervous system stuck in survival mode. Here is why-

Meeting protein needs doesn’t have to come at the cost of digestive comfort. Here are 10 easy-to-digest, gut-friendly protein foods that support daily nutrition without bloating or acidity. From moong dal and curd to fish, sattu, and soft-cooked chicken, these foods help nourish the body while keeping digestion balanced, making them ideal for sensitive guts and everyday wellness.

As celebrity biohacking gains popularity in India, its health benefits, risks, and cultural impact through global trends are up for a debate. Is Biohacking really safe?

Heart attacks rarely come without warning. The signs are often subtle, scattered, and easy to explain away but they matter. If something feels unusual, persistent, or out of proportion to your routine, don’t ignore it.

Drinking coffee on an empty stomach affects people differently. While coffee may stimulate stomach acid and cortisol, research shows no strong link to ulcers or serious digestive harm. If it causes discomfort, pairing coffee with fibre, protein, or healthy fats can help reduce irritation and improve tolerance.

Preventive health check-ups in 2026 are essential for early disease detection and long-term well-being. Experts recommend regular metabolic, heart, cancer, kidney, liver, thyroid, bone, eye, dental, and mental health screenings. These tests help identify silent conditions early, enabling timely treatment, reducing complications, and supporting healthier lifestyle choices throughout the year.

At least three people have died in California after consuming death cap mushrooms, a highly toxic wild fungus often mistaken for edible varieties. Health officials warn against foraging, as these mushrooms contain amatoxins that cause delayed symptoms but can lead to fatal liver and kidney failure. Early rains have increased their spread across Northern California.

Persistent itching can sometimes signal serious illness, including cancer. Oncologist Dr Amit Garg highlights four cancers—Hodgkin lymphoma, polycythemia vera, gallbladder cancer, and cutaneous T-cell lymphoma—where chronic itching may appear, often alongside other warning signs. Early medical evaluation is crucial, as timely diagnosis can significantly improve treatment outcomes.