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Born with a heart problem? Adult life explained
Your cousin had heart surgery as a baby. Now she is 26 and planning her wedding.
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Indian Sweets : Calories Without the Guilt
Mithai can contain sugar, fat, or both. A small piece may still provide plenty of energy. But one sweet does not define your health. The recipe and serving size matter.
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Burning when you pee: is it a UTI?
Burning when you pee is often a urinary tract infection (UTI).Germs cause most of them. See a doctor within a day or two. Go now if you have fever with back pain, or confusion.
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Hair falling more than usual? 6 habits to fix
Losing 50 to 100 hairs a day is normal. Rough handling, tight styles, heat, crash diets and low iron can push it higher. Gentle care fixes most of it. See a skin doctor for bald patches or shedding that lasts past six months.
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Can't sleep at night? How to deal with insomnia
It's 2 a.m. Everyone at home is asleep. You're still awake, counting the hours till your alarm. If this happens to you often, you're not alone. Doctors call it insomnia, and it can get better.
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Myth: “Home-cooked food cannot raise cholesterol”
Home-cooked food can be healthy, but it is not automatically cholesterol-friendly. Meals prepared with excess ghee, butter, cream, fatty meats, fried foods, or large amounts of oil may raise LDL cholesterol when eaten regularly. Learn how cooking methods, portions, saturated fats, fibre, and overall dietary patterns affect cholesterol, and discover simple ways to make traditional home meals more heart-friendly.
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How a Sedentary Lifestyle Hurts Your Liver Predominantly?
A sedentary lifestyle can affect liver health by reducing energy use, increasing insulin resistance, promoting fat accumulation, and contributing to inflammation. Prolonged sitting may raise the risk of fatty liver disease, especially when combined with excess weight, unhealthy eating, poor sleep, or low physical activity. Breaking up sitting time, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, choosing balanced foods, managing stress.
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Understanding NAFLD: A Patient-Friendly Guide to Fatty Liver Disease.
NAFLD, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver and is closely linked with obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Often silent, it may cause fatigue or right-sided abdominal discomfort and can progress to liver scarring. Healthy eating, regular exercise, weight management, and control of related conditions can help protect liver health. Early medical evaluation and monitoring can reduce the risk of complications.
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Why Is the Gut Called the “Second Brain”? Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach before an exam, or noticed that stress gives you an upset belly?
The gut is often called the “second brain” because the digestive system has its own nervous system and communicates continuously with the brain through the gut–brain axis. The gut microbiome, immune system, hormones, and vagus nerve all contribute to this two-way connection. Diet, stress, sleep, physical activity, and medications can influence gut and mental health. Supporting a healthy gut through balanced nutrition and lifestyle habits may benefit overall well-being.
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PCOS or PCOD: What You Need to Know?
PCOS is a common hormonal condition that can affect periods, ovulation, fertility, skin, hair, weight, and metabolic health. Symptoms vary widely, and not everyone experiences the same features. While PCOS cannot always be prevented or cured, healthy eating, regular physical activity, good sleep, stress management, and appropriate medical care can help manage symptoms and reduce long-term risks. Early evaluation can also help identify other conditions and guide personalised treatment!
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Is Your Skin Trying to Tell You Something About Your Gut?
The gut and skin are connected through the gut–skin axis, involving the microbiome, immune system, hormones, and stress pathways. Changes in gut health may influence conditions such as acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis, although not every skin problem is caused by the gut. A balanced, fiber-rich diet, adequate sleep, stress management, gentle skincare, and appropriate medical treatment can support overall gut and skin health. Seek advice soon if symptoms persist or worsen over time.
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Varicose Veins: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How to Manage Them?
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that commonly appear on the legs when weakened valves allow blood to pool. They may cause aching, heaviness, swelling, itching, cramps, or skin changes, although some people have no symptoms. Age, family history, pregnancy, excess weight, prolonged sitting or standing, and previous blood clots can increase risk.