In a world increasingly focused on preventive healthcare, one term is making its way from research labs to kitchen shelves—functional foods. You may not recognize the term instantly, but chances are you’ve already been eating them—think turmeric, curd, ginger, or millets. But what makes these foods functional? And why are they being hailed as the future of nutrition in India and globally?...
Pain is something every person experiences at some point in life. While it’s a universal feeling, the way we perceive and respond to pain can differ greatly. Whether it’s a sharp ache in the body or a dull throb in the head, pain can be an unpredictable and unwelcome visitor. But, what exactly is pain? How can it be understood and managed effectively, especially in the Indian context? This blog...
In a world where filters, fashion trends, and social media constantly tell us how we should look, our relationship with our bodies can often become complicated. For years, the idea of body positivity has been promoted as the solution to appearance-based insecurities—but lately, a new movement is quietly gaining ground: body neutrality. While both movements aim to improve body image and...
In India today, the average person’s day might look like this: Wake up late. Skip breakfast. Sit through a long commute. Work 9+ hours in front of a screen. Eat takeout. Sleep past midnight scrolling Instagram. This isn’t just a phase—it’s a pattern, and it’s taking a dangerous toll on our health. According to the World Health Organization, 61% of deaths in India are now linked to...
Have you ever imagined your body mistakenly attacking its own healthy cells, like a soldier fighting its own side? That’s the unsettling reality of autoimmune diseases—a growing, often misunderstood group of conditions where your immune system, meant to protect you, becomes the attacker. With autoimmune conditions on the rise worldwide, including in India, it’s more important than ever to...