Looks like the big, fat Indian weddings keep getting bigger with each passing year and more people are now opting for picture-perfect destination weddings. Talking about this, Mehak Shahani, WedMeGood co-founder, told PTI, “One in every four weddings in 2025 was a destination event…Among weddings with budgets over Rs 1 crore, more than 60% were…
Doctors start with history, determining if the symptoms occur only with triggers or specifically following infections. Lung function tests, including spirometry, which measures airflow, showing asthma’s hallmark of reversible airway narrowing, are done. Chest X-rays look for complications, such as bronchitis pneumonia—and rule out other causes.Peak flow meters track home readings, dipping in asthma attacks….
Snakes are the least understood animals on the planet. They are elusive, mostly dangerous, and experts know surprisingly quite little about them. These slithering reptiles are known for their adaptability, and diversity. They are revered in many societies, and feared in others. Although a vast majority of them don’t seek to harm, they are feared…
Marcus Gunn Syndrome, or Marcus Gunn jaw winking ptosis, is a rare congenital disorder that presents as a droopy eyelid invariably lifting or winking to the rhythm of jaw movements. It was first discovered by British eye specialist Robert Marcus Gunn in 1883 and is observed to occur in 5 percent of children born with…
Gut health can be talked about, of course, in relation to food, but liquids have a crucial role to play here as well. Liquids enter our body quickly, impacting our gut lining and the trillions of microorganisms present there. Many liquids can either fortify healthy bacteria or trigger unhealthy conditions. A Harvard-trained AIIMS gastroenterologist, Dr…
Amidst the twinkling lights and cozy stalls of a delightful Christmas market, a refreshing summer surprise lies in wait, daring onlookers to uncover it in just 12 seconds. This visual trickery invites you to sharpen your perception, as your mind is led to expect only seasonal delights. If your mind feels a little slow after…
Eye care professionals are raising eyebrows over the blue light glasses trend, dubbing it a clever marketing ploy. Experts clarify that the blue light from digital screens is not potent enough to cause eye harm; rather, our fatigue stems from extensive screen use, which leads to digital eye strain. Blue light glasses are sold as…
Eating only one meal a day, also referred to as OMAD, is a form of extreme intermittent fasting. This involves taking all the day’s calories in one meal and then fasting for the rest of the day. Compared to other forms of eating styles that involve taking calories in several meals, the eating time in…
Many women find their hormones remain unbalanced despite cutting sugar. Expert Poornima Peri reveals that seemingly healthy foods can disrupt hormone function. These common choices may be the real culprits behind persistent fatigue, weight gain, and mood swings. Many women blame sugar for weight gain, mood swings, bloating, and thyroid trouble. Cutting sweets often feels…
Winter weather can leave skin dry and dull, but a common kitchen ingredient offers a natural solution. Turmeric, with its active compound curcumin, reduces inflammation, fights acne, and brightens skin, restoring a healthy glow. Simple masks and internal consumption can effectively combat winter skin woes. Winter has a way of showing up on our skin…