Persistent fatigue could signal a vitamin B12 deficiency, a concern affecting nearly half of the Indian population. Cardiologist Dr. Alok Chopra highlights B12’s crucial role in energy production, DNA synthesis, and nervous system function. Found in fish, poultry, and fortified foods, B12 deficiency can lead to fatigue, pale skin, and neurological issues. While supplements and…
Donating blood is a safe way to help those in need, but it can cause side effects like fatigue and anemia. To minimise risks, it’s crucial to fuel your body with the right foods and drinks before and after donation. Staying hydrated and consuming iron-rich foods can help reduce the likelihood of side effects. By…
Vitamin D, also called the sunshine vitamin, is important for the proper functioning of the body. From bone health to mood regulation, Vitamin D helps in all this and much more. However, considering the poor food choices most people make and the lack of exposure to sunlight regularly– many across the world suffer from vitamin…
High Blood Pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition where the force of blood against artery walls is consistently high. Globally, this reading has been set as over 120/80, though it can vary according to age, gender and geographical location. High BP is also sometimes known as the silent killer, since it does not cause…
This optical illusion is challenging people’s eyesight. There is a plane concealed somewhere in this picture, but only those who possess really sharp vision can spot it. This picture may appear straightforward at first sight, but hold on! It is becoming more complicated with each passing second.Optical illusions are tricky and interesting games. But it’s…
After lying low for a couple of years, COVID-19 has made a comeback, with fresh cases emerging all across the world. The new variant, nicknamed Nimbus remains under observation, and doctors say that it does not cause severe illness, and most people are recovering at home by resting it out, and keeping themselves hydrated. However,…
French doctors have given a stern warning regarding ‘cadmium’, a poisonous heavy metal present in all our daily foodstuffs such as bread, potatoes, and cereals. Most commonly entering the food chain in the form of phosphate fertilisers, cadmium is a serious health hazard, particularly to young children. French physicians identify long-term threats caused by ingestion…
Optical illusion personality test are fun and entertaining tests that can decode a person’s true traits within seconds. These tests are quite popular on social media as many people like to understand themselves or others better. As the name suggests, these are weird images that have one or more elements that trick the eyes thus…
Ever felt queasy on a winding mountain drive or dizzy during a boat ride? You’re not alone. Motion sickness is the unwelcome travel companion that can turn an exciting journey into a miserable experience. It strikes when your brain gets mixed signals from your eyes, ears, and body confusing motion for danger. The result? Nausea,…
A lot of us start our day with a hot cup of coffee, or the good old chai. While experts say that one should not have tea or coffee on any empty stomach ever, a lot of people are unable to start a routine without their daily cuppa of hot beverage. However, do you know…