A major global study has issued a strong warning about the hidden dangers that everyday plastics may pose to heart health. Researchers found that phthalates, toxic chemicals commonly used to make plastics flexible, could be quietly harming the heart over time. These chemicals are present in items that many people use daily, from food containers…
The latest and groundbreaking research published in Scientific Reports from October 2021 to July 2024, and finally published in 2025-pointed out the development of uranium contamination in the breast milk of lactating mothers living in Bihar. The investigation by a team of researchers at Patna-based Mahavir Cancer Sansthan & Research Centre and the Hajipur-based National…
Anaemia is a condition characterised by a deficiency in healthy red blood cells or haemoglobin, which reduces the blood’s capacity to transport oxygen efficiently to the body’s tissues. Globally, over 1.6 billion people are affected, with women of reproductive age, children, and older adults most vulnerable. Iron-deficiency anaemia is the most prevalent type, followed by…
If you wake up every morning to a blaring alarm, your day may be starting with a tiny heart attack. Scientists say that the jolt one feels when the phone explodes with sound isn’t “just annoying”, it triggers the same fight-or-flight response the body uses in an emergency. Now, new evidence shows that a simple…
We all know that good, quality sleep is imperative for our body, and helps in keeping our immune function running. However, do you really know what happens to our brain during deep sleep? The brain undergoes essential restoration processes during deep sleep which directly affects its operational health and performance. The brain performs essential functions…
There is something oddly satisfying about that crisp click when a lighter sparks to life in the kitchen. However, the moment it stops working, most people discard it and rush to buy a new one. What many do not realise is that an old gas lighter can often be repaired at home in just a…
Winter can be harsh on your nails, leaving them dry, brittle, and more prone to breakage. While many people turn to creams and oils for relief, one simple kitchen ingredient, rice water, offers an effective, natural solution for restoring nail health. Known for its benefits for hair and skin, rice water is equally powerful for…
Imagine a future where a simple saliva test at home warns you about a failing heart-long before hospital visits or invasive procedures. That future may be closer than we think. Cutting-edge research from labs across the world is building the foundation for a non‑invasive, low-cost way to screen for heart failure using saliva. The rise…
Some travel choices feel like choosing between two equally irresistible moods. Gangtok and Darjeeling, both perched in the eastern Himalayas, offer exactly that dilemma, Both boast of misty mornings, mountain views, winding roads, and cool breezes, yet are complimented with very distinct personalities. Indeed, picking one can be a tough task at hand. While one…
If your skin feels hot, inflamed, itchy, or irritated, aloe vera is honestly one of the best things you can put on it. Aloe isn’t just soothing, it has natural anti-inflammatory and healing properties that help calm the rash without overwhelming the skin barrier. Why it works: Perioral dermatitis hates heavy, greasy products, but aloe…
