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Answered: If you wake up multiple times from sleep, is it your ‘body’s way of saying something is not right’?
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Answered: If you wake up multiple times from sleep, is it your ‘body’s way of saying something is not right’?

Many people find it difficult to fall asleep or sleep without waking up frequently throughout the night. But have you ever wondered why and what happens to the body when this happens? Various factors can cause night wakings. “The factors can include stress, anxiety, drinking caffeinated drinks before bed, eating certain medications, hormonal changes, especially during periods or menopause in women, and medical conditions like acid reflux, asthma, or bladder problems,” said Dr Manjusha Agarwal, senior consultant, internal medicine, Gleneagles Hospital Parel Mumbai. “Not having a proper sleep schedule can be the culprit. Poor sleep habits like sleeping at unusual hours and using electronic devices before bed can contribute to frequent waking up at night. This can take a toll on your physical...
Revealed: The real reason experts advise men to avoid wearing tight belts
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Revealed: The real reason experts advise men to avoid wearing tight belts

Wearing a tight belt for extended periods can be discomforting, and the abdominal pressure exerted can also lead to health issues in the long term. Dr Tripti Raheja, lead consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology at the CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, added that this pressure might impact male fertility and cause other health concerns. “Firstly, it can increase scrotal temperature, which is critical since the testicles need to remain cooler than the rest of the body for optimal sperm production,” said Dr Raheja, adding that elevated temperatures in the groin area can negatively affect sperm quality and motility. “Secondly, a tight belt can restrict blood flow to the pelvic region, which may impair the functioning of the testicles and other reproductive organs, potentially reducing sperm productio...
Dementia risk depends on more than lifestyle factors — overstating this can cause stigma, blame
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Dementia risk depends on more than lifestyle factors — overstating this can cause stigma, blame

As public awareness of dementia grows, so too does the appetite for prevention. Global headlines tout the benefits of exercise, diet, brain training and social activity in reducing dementia risk. In recent years, medical journals have amplified this message to encourage people to take control of their cognitive futures through lifestyle change. Last year, The Lancet estimated up to 45% of dementia cases worldwide could theoretically be delayed or prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors. These messages are undeniably hopeful. They suggest personal effort, combined with emerging scientific evidence, can help to overcome a disease long seen as inevitable. But public health messaging that focuses too narrowly on behaviour may be misleading and potentially harmful, as we argue in The La...
Virat Kohli’s loneliness: How stardom extracted a heavy price of friendships from him
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Virat Kohli’s loneliness: How stardom extracted a heavy price of friendships from him

During this IPL season, Virat Kohli caught up with some old friends from his under-19 days. He had a reunion with UP opener Tanmay Srivastava and Baroda pacer Ajitesh Argal. Both are IPL match officials now but when in teens they all were in the same victory frame as their skipper Kohli when India won the under-19 World Cup in Malaysia. They spoke warmly, shared a meal, relived the old times but there was something missing. It wasn’t really like old times.Kohli would recall meeting his pals in a recent RCB podcast – Mindset of a Champion – with seasoned cricket host Mayanti Langer. The riveting conversation centres around the aspects of Kohli’s life that have stayed hidden despite the 24×7 media scrutiny on him. In the close-to-an-hour long interaction, Kohli takes one up those lofty stair...
Myth or fact: Those who walk fast are at a lower risk of diabetes
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Myth or fact: Those who walk fast are at a lower risk of diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is understood to stem from an abnormal balance of insulin inside the body. “This is probably because either the body mechanism has become resistant to insulin, or because it does not produce adequate amounts of the substance to maintain blood sugar control,” said Shikha Singh, nutritionist and fitness expert, Shiksfitness. A sedentary lifestyle is one of the key contributors to this condition. Limited physical activity or movement contributes to visceral fat deposited around internal organs, mostly in the abdominal region; it interferes with insulin action and impairs its proper working. Therefore, Singh noted that fast walkers have a far lesser chance of developing diabetes, making regular brisk walking one of the most effective and simple preventive measures. “A systemati...
Bill Gates supports weight loss drugs, suggests ways to tackle obesity
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Bill Gates supports weight loss drugs, suggests ways to tackle obesity

Obesity is a problem money cannot fix, believes Bill Gates, who advocates undertaking certain behavioural modifications along with the use of weight loss drugs to tackle this condition. In a recent conversation with podcaster Raj Shamani, the American businessman spoke about the importance of GLP-1 drugs that mimic a natural hormone in the body to regulate blood sugar and appetite, along with lifestyle changes necessary to keep the obesity pandemic in check. “The most promising is a class of drugs called these GLP-1 drugs that are going to go off patent to become cheap. I’m always a little ‘over-focused’ on a scientific solution. So, maybe a combination of that behaviour change and the new tools. But behaviour change is hard; we haven’t succeeded in that as much as we’d like to,” said the ...
Top 7 ways to boost your immune system
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Top 7 ways to boost your immune system

A strong immune system protects the body against infections, diseases, and chronic illnesses. As we gather more information on how genetics plays a role in our immunity, it is essential to consider lifestyle factors established to improve it. “Research-backed strategies can help enhance immunity naturally,” said clinical dietitian Garima Goyal.Here are seven science-supported ways to strengthen your immune system. Prioritise a nutrient-rich diet A well-balanced diet provides essential vitamins and minerals that support immune health. Story continues below this ad *Vitamin C: Found in citrus fruits, bell peppers, and strawberries, it enhances immune cell function and reduces inflammation.*Vitamin D: Deficiency in vitamin D is linked to increased susceptibility to infections...