Women should include protein powder in their diet if they are not meeting their daily protein requirement through food, or if they have conditions like PCOS
From protein-rich breakfast dishes to fibre-loaded dinners, the nutritionist shared a weekly vegetarian meal plan to help you lose weight
Orange carrots boost vision with beta-carotene, red carrots aid heart health with lycopene.
Those black plastic boxes your takeout comes in may not be as harmless as they seem. An expert breaks down how they can affect your food, especially when used for hot or acidic dishes.
Sweet corn boosts energy, fibre & heart health nutritious Indian breakfast made easy.
Crunches strengthen abs but don't burn belly fat overall diet, cardio, and strength training do.
From night vision trouble to bleeding gums, small symptoms can be early warnings of hidden nutrient gaps
Inside the Olympic Villages, food is becoming as much of a talking point, with Italy serving athletes a mix of regional flavours and performance-focused meals.
Excessive and unsupervised use of vitamin and mineral supplements can mask real deficiencies, delay diagnosis and even cause toxicity, doctors warn.
Larry the cat turned 19 and is the Chief Mouser at Downing Street in the UK. Taking lessons from her long life, here are the necessary health checks every pet feline needs.
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
BTS's Jung Kook recently revealed his OMAD diet. Here is what it is, and the possible health benefits and side effects that you should know.
Tech millionaire Bryan Johnson took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the newly released inverted food pyramid, a redesign of the country's official dietary guidance.
A new study suggests that the approach to fish oil supplementation should be based on the presence of a specific gene. Here is why it should matter to you and why rethinking your approach to supplementation matters.
Nutritionist Palak Nagpal discussed fertility-boosting superfoods for both men and women in detail
Daily fatigue can stem from poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, thyroid issues, stress, dehydration, or underlying health conditions.
Brown rice and white rice can both aid in weight loss. Here is how can individually help you and which one should be on your plate?
The ber fruit can boost immunity and induce sleep. Here are five reasons to add it to your diet and the potential side effects associated with it.
Teens can overcome exam stress and negative self-talk by building confidence through preparation.
Almond and oat milk are both plant-based milks gaining popularity in India. Here are their nutrient profiles and how each of them can benefit your heart.
Boxing legend Mike Tyson, who tasted both glory and prison in a roller-coaster life and career, spoke out Wednesday about his new role.
About 89.8 million adults in India are struggling with diabetes or the inability to manage blood sugar levels. Here are the mechanisms behind each of these potato types and how they can impact your blood sugar levels.
2 in 5 adults over 40 are affected by serious joint issues like osteoarthritis. To make your joint health better, here are the ways that ghee can help your joints and the risks that you need to know for safety.
Chicken and eggs are both rich sources of protein and minerals. To effectively choose which one is better for you, their individual nutrient profiles need to be looked at closely.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a total lockdown in India from midnight for 21 days to fight the spread of coronavirus.
India must also straight away allow internationally-recognized testing kits to be used here - these are already in use in the USA and Europe (do not delay by waiting for Indian clearance).
Coronavirus outbreak: Take necessary precautions. Practise personal hygiene and social isolation. Utilise this time to do all the things you never found the time to do earlier. Here are some more tips to maintain your mental health by Psychiatrist Dr Sanjay Chugh
Hopefully, you are following social distancing and not mingling, especially with large groups or in crowded places. Can wearing a mask help? Here's what doctors say:
People across the world are worried about the rising cases of COVID-19, a highly contagious disease caused by the Novel Coronavirus that was first detected in China's Wuhan in December last year. What should you do if you're feeling any little ill, flu-ish and you are worried that you have symptoms of coronavirus?
Coronavirus India: Airlines have been asked to ensure distance at check-in counters and enough space as passengers wait for their flights
With some 400 positive cases within a population of 1.3 billion, the burning question in the minds of many is whether India is under-reporting. Until a couple of days ago, there were strict, conservative criteria for COVID 19 testing.


Soap and water is still the best way to clean your hands. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.


Wash hands with warm or cold water. Lather soap to get it on the backs of hands, between fingers and under finger nails before rinsing off. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, the time spent should be 20 seconds (or the time taken to sing the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice).


If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 per cent alcohol.


The hand sanitizer should be applied to one palm before rubbing the hands together. While rubbing, the gel should be spread all over the hands and fingers, covering all surfaces until completely dry.


Cleansers and wipes are effective in cleaning and disinfecting objects and surfaces that are frequently touched.


Alcohol is effective at killing different types of microbes, including both viruses and bacteria. Coronavirus is the type of virus with an outer wrapping, called an envelope, which alcohol can kills.


Despite many DIY sites and programmes suggesting it, vodka doesn’t have enough alcohol content to effectively kill microbes.
India Coming Together Against COVID-19 campaign, an RB and NDTV initiative, aims to provide a platform to highlight the works of the unsung heroes, NGOs and community leaders at the frontline of the hygiene battle against COVID-19.
It is a small effort to keep Indians well informed with medical facts and the news that matters the most in their daily lives during the current lock-down. A campaign of hope despite of all of us being isolated.
The campaign will recognise and acknowledge the unsung heroes who are at the forefront of this battle against the coronavirus – doctors, the police, community kitchens, the suppliers of essential commodities. Pan-India stories on the effort being made to combat the virus – narrated by the administrators, the police and government bodies. We will also showcase how hygiene and handwashing are critical in this fight against Novel Coronavirus.

