Drowning is one of the highest causes of accidental death among young children around the world. While no lesson can eliminate the risk entirely, swimming lessons dramatically lower the chances of tragedy. Children should be well-taught with the basic and important survival skills like floating, treading water, reaching the surface, and swimming to safety. As…
Ever walked into a doctor’s office with normal Blood Pressure, but it turns out to be high when the doctor takes it? No, you are not alone. This is an extremely real scenario that occurs to many of us. It is known as White Coat Hypertension, and while long thought of it as harmless, it…
Photo: Marina Winberg / Instagram Are you curious to discover lesser-known traits about yourself? Well, then you aren’t alone as psychology-based personality tests have become quite popular these days. As the name suggests, these are simple and engaging tests that are usually based on strange images. Based on which one you pick, the test can…
High Blood Sugar or Diabetes, is a chronic, often life long condition where the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t effectively use the insulin it produces, leading to high blood sugar levels. Insulin, a hormone, regulates blood glucose. When there’s not enough insulin or it’s not used properly, glucose builds up in the…
Mixing up words or pausing mid-sentence is often laughed off as being tired or distracted. The medical term is “aphasia,” and it can start subtly. Words may feel “stuck,” wrong words may come out, or there’s a lag in understanding what others are saying. These are early signs that the brain’s language centers may not…
Personality tests have always fascinated people because they offer insights into one’s hidden traits and unconscious behaviour. While traditional tests use questions to assess one’s character, modern psychology suggests that one’s body language, especially sitting posture, can also reveal a lot about a person’s true nature. How you sit when relaxed or unaware is often…
A urinary tract infection is a type of infection that affects the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Its symptoms include a persistent urge to urinate, a burning feeling while urinating, urine that looks cloudy or has blood in it and pelvic pain. UTIs are sometimes accompanied by fever, nausea, and vomiting, and may be mistaken…
Disagreements are inevitable, but it’s how you handle them that matters. If, over time, you both become each other’s safe space, disagreements also find their way to be resolved. Not all misunderstandings need to be addressed with war-level intensity—sometimes humor can play a huge role in lightening up the situation, and sometimes emotional support takes…
Nuts are a smart snack; they’re tasty, filling, and full of nutrients. But when it comes to health, people often wonder: Which is better, walnuts or pistachios? Both are loaded with good fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals. But each nut has its strengths.Both walnuts and pistachios offer numerous health benefits, supporting heart, brain, gut, and…
Dr. Saurabh Sethi highlights the miraculous benefits of incorporating chia seeds into your diet for two weeks. These tiny seeds, packed with fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants, promote hydration, improve digestion, and support weight management. Regular consumption may also lead to healthier, more radiant skin by combating inflammation and oxidative stress. Chia seeds, derived from the…
