Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. It’s diagnosed when a person has at least three of the following: a large waistline, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Recent research suggests that uric acid…
Running is one of the most common, easily accessible and popular forms of exercise. It is very easy to start, less expensive except for few running gears and suitable for both genders and across all age groups. People run for many reasons: health, stress relief, weight control, social connection, or personal challenge. These motivations influence…
If you’ve already been to Ooty or Kodaikanal, and think you already know about this place, think again. Well, it’s time to give those hill station clichés a break, and take a detour to satiate your curious self. Tamil Nadu is dotted with hidden (and not-so-hidden) gems where the mist rolls in just as dramatically,…
Early liver disease symptoms are vague and can easily be mistaken for other common health problems like tiredness stomach upset, or skin irritation. Because the liver has a great ability to repair itself, symptoms may come and go, often over months, making people less likely to take any action on them. However, ignoring these signs…
If you’ve ever scrolled through fitness Instagram and felt a pang of guilt for not running marathons, power-lifting, or doing bootcamps at 5 a.m., take a deep breath—and go for a 10-minute walk. That’s it. No sweat-drenched t-shirts. No interval timers. Just ten minutes of walking. Because, as surprising as it sounds, your heart might…
High Blood Sugar or Diabetes, is a chronic, often life long condition where the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t effectively use the insulin it produces, leading to high blood sugar levels. Insulin, a hormone, regulates blood glucose. When there’s not enough insulin or it’s not used properly, glucose builds up in the…
We live in a world obsessed with productivity. And somewhere along the way, exercise got lumped into that hustle culture mindset. You’ve probably seen people bragging on Instagram about their two-hour gym grinds, their 5 a.m. marathons, or their sixth workout of the week. It’s easy to feel like you’re not doing enough if you’re…
Avocados promote a healthy gut microbiome, which is crucial for overall well-being. “Two, people who eat more avocados tend to have a greater gut microbiome diversity,” Dr. Salhab notes. A fiber-rich diet is linked with a healthy gut microbiome. Eating avocados can potentially keep the doctor away, according to Dr. Salhab. “People who eat more…
Image: https://x.com/PacoCampagna July 6, 1907 marks the birthday of a true icon—Frida Kahlo. But even after 117 years, she isn’t just a name in art history; she’s a living, breathing brand. And long before influencers and hashtags, she mastered self-presentation, identity, and visibility in a way that resonates exactly with how we experience celebrity culture…
For Indian passport holders, international travel often comes with long visa processes. But if you already have a valid UK multiple-entry visa, you’ve unlocked more than just the United Kingdom. A handful of countries now allow visa on arrival (VOA) or simplified entry, thanks to the credibility of a UK visa. This means you can…