Life & Fitness

In recent years, many Indian parents have begun exploring Korean baby names thanks to the soaring popularity of K-dramas, K-pop, and the cultural soft-power of Korea. Interestingly, several Korean names have soft vowel endings and rhythmic tones that sound naturally familiar to Indian ears. These names don’t just sound similar; they also carry deep, symbolic…

Spring onions are one of the quickest ingredients to spoil in the fridge. Many people buy a fresh bunch with good intentions, only to find wilted, slimy stems sitting sadly in the vegetable drawer a few days later. The frustration is real, especially when planning meals or trying to reduce grocery waste. The good news…

This week, the World Health Organization entered a new arena with its first global guideline on GLP-1 therapies for obesity treatment. Released on December 1, 2025, the document conditionally recommends drugs like semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher-but only as part of a lifelong plan that pairs them…

Every year on December 3, the world takes a moment to observe International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The United Nations established this day in 1992 to highlight the rights, dignity, and daily struggles of more than a billion people worldwide who live with disabilities. That figure represents roughly one in six individuals, many of…

Walking is widely recognised as an accessible and effective way to enhance both physical and mental health. Regular walking can strengthen cardiovascular fitness, support weight management, alleviate stress, and improve overall well-being. Yet, research increasingly points to a hidden risk for those who walk outdoors in urban areas: air pollution. Although exercise outdoors is generally…

The Mediterranean diet is a traditional dietary pattern followed in countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Its roots lie in simple, traditional food habits followed for generations. Rather than functioning as a strict or restrictive plan, it represents a lifestyle centered around fresh, whole foods and mindful eating. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains, nuts, seeds and…

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for a wide range of physiological processes. Beyond preventing classical deficiency diseases such as scurvy, it contributes to antioxidant defence, immune function, collagen formation, and neurotransmitter synthesis. Scientific research continues to explore its broader role in health, including potential impacts on cardiovascular function,…

Air pollution has emerged as a complex environmental factor that influences far more than respiratory health. As scientific research continues to uncover the biological consequences of long-term exposure to fine particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide and other airborne pollutants, interest has shifted toward how these substances affect mental well-being and cognitive ageing. Researchers have observed that…

AlUla has long existed in the vast quiet of northwestern Saudi Arabia, a place shaped by wind, sandstone and the patient passing of centuries. For a long time, it remained largely unseen by the wider world, even though its valleys once held bustling ancient kingdoms that traded incense, copper and silk across deserts. Today, as…

The nutritional value of fruits includes vitamins, antioxidants and fiber which supports our health, while improving digestion and lowering disease risks. The preservation of fruit nutrients and prevention of spoilage, depends on using correct storage methods to maintain freshness and juiciness throughout weeks. Different fruits have distinct glycemic index values, which affect blood sugar levels,…