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When it comes to cooking traditional South Indian food, there are few ingredients as quietly powerful as groundnut oil. Many of us grew up watching our grandmothers and mothers cook with it but somewhere along the way, it was replaced by mass-produced refined oils that promised convenience. But here’s the thing: sometimes, going back to basics is actually a step …

As the new academic year approaches, most parents start off by purchasing stationery, uniform clothes and many more to-dos. But true school readiness is far deeper. It’s more than just new uniforms and books. It’s the physical, mental and emotional readiness, social adaptability, academic preparedness, and logistical systems that ease the transition into school life. Here’s a detailed checklist for …

To choose the best credit card for frequent flyers, one needs to assess the overall benefits and also consider the fees and charges Credit cards have evolved significantly in recent times, with personalized options to suit distinct needs and preferences. For example, there are specialized credit cards for various needs such as shopping, grocery purchases, online food ordering, train travels, …

In a developing comity like India. Where there still existing misconceptions about epilepsy due to which patients and their family member are discriminated against. Often patients do not have access to adequate treatment due to have which they may uncontrolled seizures due to which they may not be able to Lead a normal life like school, participate in physical activities …

The term bone marrow transplant (BMT) leaves most people alarmed and confused.  In India, it is understandably associated with severe illnesses, lengthy hospital stays, and arduous procedures.  The terror and mystery mar a life-saving treatment that provides patients, particularly children and young adults, with a second chance at life, when the body’s blood-making machine fails. Bone marrow is the soft, …

Tobacco and alcohol are frequently discussed when talk about head and neck cancer.  However, another participant is emerging—quieter, less well-known, but increasingly dangerous: the Human Papillomavirus, or HPV. HPV has long been connected with cervical cancer in women, but is now recognized as a substantial cause of head and neck cancers, particularly oropharyngeal malignancies that affect the tonsils and back …

Tobacco smoking is one of the leading causes of death and disease in India, harming nearly every organ of the body. Cigarette and bidi smokers face dramatically higher risks of lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and chronic lung illnesses like COPD. In fact, smoking and second-hand smoke kill about 1.2 million Indians each year. Doctors note that smokers often die …

Heart care was once considered the exclusive privilege of metropolitan dwellers. A person experiencing chest discomfort, or requiring sophisticated cardiac surgery in a small town would be rushed to the closest major metropolis. Such journeys entailed more than money; they cost time, energy, and, in unfortunate cases, lives. However, there is a perceptible change. India’s Tier II cities now present …

We live in a world where food is no longer just food. It’s morality, identity, trend, and often, trauma. Somewhere along the way, eating became more about rules than nourishment. Carbs are the enemy one week, fat the next. And oils like palm oil? They’re not just frowned upon, they’re villainised. But let’s take a breath. Because what we now …

Autoimmune conditions occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues instead of targeting harmful invaders like viruses or bacteria. While these conditions are often associated with adults, children can be affected too—sometimes in subtle ways that make early detection difficult. Since timely diagnosis can make a big difference in managing symptoms and preventing long-term damage, it’s important …