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UP NHM shares healthy snack swaps to avoid weight gain

UP NHM shares healthy snack swaps to avoid weight gain

UP NHM advises people to choose healthier snacks instead of regularly eating samosas, chips, namkeen, sweets and pastries. These foods can be high in oil, salt and sugar. Fresh fruits, roasted chickpeas, nuts and salads provide fibre, protein and essential nutrients, helping support better nutrition, weight management and overall health when eaten regularly.

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Medical Dialogues 10:55 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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Man loses 19 kg in 6 months: Can fasting reverse fatty liver?

Man loses 19 kg in 6 months: Can fasting reverse fatty liver?

Vivek Rajput says he lost 19 kg in six months by following intermittent fasting, exercising regularly and eating within a six-hour window. His weight dropped from 83 kg to 64 kg, while he reported improvements in triglycerides, cholesterol, blood pressure and fatty liver. Experts caution that fasting isn't suitable for everyone.

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Times Now 9:56 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

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34-yr-old man walks again after 3 years following rare surgery

34-yr-old man walks again after 3 years following rare surgery

A 34-year-old man has walked again after being bedridden for nearly three years following a severe brain injury. Doctors at Amor Hospitals performed staged surgeries to treat rare neurogenic heterotopic ossification and severe joint contractures in both legs. The patient has regained assisted walking and is now undergoing intensive physiotherapy and gait rehabilitation.

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Medical Dialogues 9:13 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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Pincha Mayurasana: Yoga pose to build strength and balance

Pincha Mayurasana: Yoga pose to build strength and balance

Pincha Mayurasana, also known as Feather Peacock Pose, is an advanced yoga posture that builds strength, balance and confidence. It works the shoulders, arms, core, back and legs while improving body control. Beginners can use wall support while practising. People with high blood pressure or shoulder and neck injuries should avoid this pose.

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Medical Dialogues 8:49 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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Study reveals why some people attract mosquitoes more than others

Study reveals why some people attract mosquitoes more than others

A study of 119 people found that different mosquito species are attracted to different human body odours. Researchers observed distinct preferences in Aedes aegypti, Aedes albopictus and Culex quinquefasciatus, linked to skin chemicals and microbes. The findings could help develop new ways to prevent mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, Zika and West Nile.

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Medical Dialogues 8:42 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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Empty-stomach workout may not help you lose weight faster

Empty-stomach workout may not help you lose weight faster

Exercising on an empty stomach may burn fat for energy, but it does not guarantee faster weight loss. Intense workouts without food can cause weakness, dizziness or fatigue. Experts suggest focusing on a balanced diet, enough protein, regular exercise, good sleep and hydration rather than relying only on fasted workouts for weight management.

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Medical Dialogues 8:35 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

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Death toll reaches 873 due to measles in Bangladesh

Death toll reaches 873 due to measles in Bangladesh

Bangladesh's measles outbreak continues to worsen, with six more suspected deaths taking the 2026 death toll to 873. The country has reported 17,115 lab-confirmed cases and over 1.36 lakh suspected cases. A recent report blamed disruptions in vaccination programmes, vaccine shortages, procurement delays and falling immunisation coverage for the severe outbreak.

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Medical Dialogues 8:27 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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India sends 8 MT of medicines to Bolivia

India sends 8 MT of medicines to Bolivia

India has sent 8 metric tonnes (MT) of life-saving and essential medicines to Bolivia to support its public healthcare system. The aid reflects India's commitment to cooperation with Global South partners. India had also donated 300,000 measles-rubella vaccine doses and medical supplies to Bolivia last year, strengthening healthcare ties between the two countries.

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Medical Dialogues 8:26 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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US measles cases hit 35-year high, NIH chief urges vaccination

US measles cases hit 35-year high, NIH chief urges vaccination

US measles cases have reached their highest level in 35 years. National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr Jay Bhattacharya urged parents to vaccinate children against measles and other preventable diseases. He stressed that routine vaccines, including MMR and DTaP, are essential for protection, while declining vaccination rates remain a concern amid reduced public trust after the pandemic.

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Medical Dialogues 8:24 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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Can you really get glowing skin in just two weeks?

Can you really get glowing skin in just two weeks?

Skin health depends on several factors, including hydration, pigmentation, sun exposure and cell turnover. While some changes may appear quickly, meaningful improvements often take longer. A consistent routine and realistic expectations are more reliable than products or hacks promising dramatic results within days.

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The Healthy Indian Project 6:58 AM • 10 Aug 2026
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