Life & Fitness

Kullhad pizza became popular for the same reason many Indian street foods do. It looked simple, a little messy, and very comforting. A small clay cup filled with layers of bread, sauce, vegetables and melted cheese, cooked slowly until everything came together. No fancy crust, no slicing. Just scoop and eat. The earthy smell of…

Drinking extremely hot beverages, those above 65°C, doesn’t pose an inherent danger, but it may be linked to a heightened risk of oesophageal cancer due to repeated thermal injury. These high temperatures can cause persistent inflammation and damage to the esophagus, potentially leading to cancer over time. People love hot tea and coffee. But can…

During menstruation, many women experience what is often referred to as period diarrhea. Medical professionals explain that this is primarily due to prostaglandins, which are chemicals released during your cycle. These substances not only induce uterine contractions but also enhance bowel activity, resulting in more frequent and sometimes looser stools. Periods are mostly reduced to…

At just 19, what seemed like common exam anxiety turned a harrowing corner when a catastrophic collapse unveiled a brain tumour threatening her life. Swift emergency surgery saw a shunt installed to regulate fluid accumulation. Though the tumour is non-cancerous, its operability remains a distant dream, casting a long shadow on her future. At 19,…

Iron content: 2.7 mg per 100 gms One‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ of the most nutritious leafy green vegetables is undoubtedly spinach, which is packed with essential minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, and zinc. Moreover, it has vitamins that strengthen the immune system, bones, and overall health. As spinach is very low in calories and high in nutrients,…

Anxiety doesn’t announce itself. It shows up as thoughts that feel hard to control. While long-term support matters, moments like these call for simple, immediate ways to steady the mind. One such approach focuses not on changing thoughts, but on reconnecting with the world around you, and 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is just that. Let’s explore.What…

In a world of constant stimulation and chronic stress, mental fatigue has become an everyday reality. As researchers search for effective, low-cost ways to support brain health, one natural element is gaining renewed scientific attention: water. Supported by evidence from neuroscience, psychology and environmental health, ‘the blue mind theory suggests how water can help rewire…

“Doodh soda” and other lost eats periodically make a low-key comeback into public discourse. This time, the forgotten dish that’s tickling the collective fancy again is doodh soda, an easily prepared combination of milk and lemon-lime soda. This time, the resurgence of doodh soda owes to the dish unexpectedly popping up in the recent pop…

The nutritional value of turnips includes calcium, potassium and vitamin K which exists mainly in the leafy greens and these elements help maintain strong bones, and proper metabolic functions. The body depends on Vitamin K to control bone metabolism and calcium usage, which helps people maintain bone density and reduces their risk of osteoporosis, when…

Actor Rana Daggubati, who works in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi movies is best known for projects like Baahubali, Kadaan, and The Ghazi Attack amongst others. Rana, who sported a hefty frame as per the demands of the character in Baahubali, has been flaunting a lean physique lately, having lost oodles of weight through diet and…