Dermatologist Dr Sonali Kohli said that skin fasting is a mindful skincare approach that focuses on giving the skin a break from excessive products. It allows the skin's natural repair mechanisms to function optimally. "During winter, when the skin barrier is already compromised due to cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating, skin fasting can be especially beneficial," she said.
According to experts cited by Dr Neha, high-risk human papillomavirus strains, particularly HPV-16, are associated with an increased risk of oropharyngeal cancers. Viral integration can alter cellular regulation and promote malignant transformation. Although most HPV infections clear naturally, persistent infection remains a recognised oncogenic risk factor in oral tissues.
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Government on Thursday told Parliament there's no conclusive data to establish a direct link between higher AQI levels and lung diseases. It, however, acknowledged air pollution is one of the factors triggering respiratory and associated diseases. BJP MP Laxmikant Bajpayee had asked if government was aware of studies confirming that prolonged exposure to hazardous AQI is leading to lung fibrosis.
Dr Rahul Bansal, consultant psychiatrist in an interview said, “Any delay in treatment will worsen the health”. The idea that drinking green tea alone can prevent depression is an oversimplification of a complex condition, and it is essential to approach depression treatment with a comprehensive and individualized approach.
Holiday heart syndrome is a term used to describe a group of heart problems that tend to occur during winter holiday season, often linked to changes in routine, diet and lifestyle. It includes atrial fibrillation (AFib), heart failure and myocardial infarction. Dr Keith Churchwell, former volunteer president of American Heart Association, described it as a "constellation of medical diseases".
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Apamarg, also known as Chirchita, is a widely found Ayurvedic medicinal plant valued for its entire five-part use. Ayurveda experts say it helps manage obesity, arthritis, cough, asthma, piles, kidney stones, and digestive disorders. With detoxifying and anti-inflammatory properties, it should be used only under expert guidance for safe benefits.
A rare oral cancer diagnosis in a 22-year-old with no tobacco or alcohol habits at a hospital in Thane, Maharashtra not only cured him through early surgery but also led to the early detection of oral cancer in his mother. Doctors linked both cases to chronic mucosal trauma from sharp teeth, highlighting the lifesaving power of early awareness and screening.
Amla juice's high vitamin C, antioxidant, antiviral and anti-inflammatory compounds may help alleviate respiratory symptoms like sore throat and cough while bolstering immune response, as explained by Dietitian Garima Dev Verman. Combining it with warming ingredients such as ginger or honey can mitigate the fruit's cooling effect and optimise respiratory comfort in cold phases.
A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that eating high-fat cheese and cream may lower the risk of dementia. Researchers tracked nearly 30,000 adults for over 25 years and found those consuming more high-fat cheese had a significantly reduced risk of cognitive decline, including vascular dementia, challenging long-held beliefs about dietary fat.
