Health

I had just stepped out of the shower when my husband, Scott, called from the hospital, where our 9-year-old daughter had been a patient in the pediatric ICU for four weeks. He had relieved me that morning so I could go home, shower and return for a meeting with the doctors about our daughter’s condition.  When he told me our …

It’s hard to believe that infectious diseases have become a political litmus test, but they are now very much part of the “with us or against us” mental sorting more and more people seem to be doing these days. And the topic seems to be everywhere. Do you think the U.S. should continue funding aid programs for diseases such as …

Cholesterol is thought to affect adults traditionally. But lately, cholesterol issues are found in children, too. To learn more about this alarming trend, HT Lifestyle reached out to Dr Sajili Mehta, consultant pediatric endocrinologist at Surya Mother and Child Super Speciality Hospital in Pune, who confirmed that there is indeed a worrying trend of cholesterol cases in children. Children too …

Working Past 100? In Japan, Some People Never Quit.  The New York Times Why Japanese live longer than Indians: Daily habits behind the 15-year life expectancy gap  The Times of India 8 everyday hobbies Japanese centenarians practice that quietly add years to their lives  VegOut The Oldest People in the World Credit This 5-Minute Mobility Routine for Their Longevity  theSkimm Why Japanese Live Longer …

A public alert has been issued following a bird flu outbreak in East Sussex. Wealden District Council called on residents and businesses that house birds to be vigilant to signs of disease and report any suspected cases immediately. It comes after the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said it had confirmed “highly pathogenic avian influenza” at a …

Forget the old idea that physical activity drains your supply of heartbeats. New research from Australia shows that people who are physically fit actually use fewer heartbeats each day, which may help them live longer. According to the study, athletes had an average heart rate of 68 beats per minute (bpm), while non-athletes averaged 76 bpm. Over a 24-hour period, …

Other vegetables have a very unique effect on our smell. The asparagus plant produces a compound called the asparagusic acid and, when it’s digested by your body, it releases sulphur compounds too. It’s these chemicals, such as methanethiol and dimethyl sulphide, that make your sweat and your pee smell a certain way. Sulphur compounds are very volatile, so they easily …

UConn doctors say not getting enough sleep touches off a series of issues. Here’s how it can end  Hartford Courant Sleep: The third pillar of wellness we can’t afford to ignore  NOLA.com Effective Sleep Solutions for a Restful Night’s Sleep  New Orleans Magazine Why are so many Indians suffering from sleep deprivation? The shocking truth revealed!  The Times of India Sleep specialist highlights risks …

While a smart beauty routine can play a big role in keeping your skin and hair looking vibrant, nutrition plays a role as well. The best foods for skin health and foods for hair growth contain specific nutrients. When it comes to collagen vs. biotin, which should you choose for a glowing complexion and stronger strands? Meet the experts: Lauren …

Our lungs are among the most vital organs, silently working to keep us alive. But exposure to tobacco smoke, air pollution, and harmful occupational substances can cause serious, sometimes irreversible damage. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Gurmeet Singh Chabbra, Director, Pulmonology, Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital, Faridabad, explains how these factors harm our lungs and what steps can help …