NDTV Health Desk
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Plastic, Wood, Or Steel? The Chopping Board You Use May Matter More Than You Think
From hygiene and cross-contamination to the type of food being prepared, your choice of chopping board can play an important role in everyday kitchen practices.
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AIIMS-Trained Doctor Shares 5 Foods He Avoids For Better Gut Health
Gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi shares five foods he rarely eats as they affect digestion and bloating.
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Struggling To Reach Daily Fibre Goals? Here's How You Can Get Get 25g Fibre
Cucumber, tomato and cabbage are healthy choices, but eating them together may still not give you the 25 grams or more Fibre your body needs daily.
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Frozen vs Fresh Vegetables: Nutritionist Reveals What's Healthier For You
Nutritionist recently looked at the difference between fresh and frozen vegetables and shared her view on which option may be better.
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Harvard-Trained Doctor Reveals 7 Desserts That Support Gut Health
There are several ways to enjoy something sweet without completely compromising on your diet.
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Your Period Isn't Always "Just Hormones": How Stress Can Impact Your Cycle
Nmami Agarwal states that a little cortisol is normal and helps the body deal with stress, but when stress continues for a long time, cortisol can remain high.
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Garlic, Oats, Apples And More: 10 Prebiotic Foods That Support Gut Health
Prebiotics are a type of fibre that our body does not fully digest. Instead, they reach the gut and become food for the good bacteria living there.
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Gastroenterologist Shares Tips To Manage Acid Reflux With Simple Lifestyle Changes
Waiting 2 to 3 hours before lying down gives your stomach time to empty its contents, lowering the pressure on the valve that keeps acid down.
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Have Diabetes? Nutritionist Explains How To Build A Better Plate
Meals such as dal with roti, potato sabzi with roti or several rotis with very little protein and vegetables can cause blood sugar to rise quickly.
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AIIMS-Trained Gastroenterologist Shares 10 Best Foods For A Healthy Gut Microbiome
According to Dr Saurabh Sethi, these foods can offer a simple way to support gut health while adding variety to your meals.
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Rujuta Diwekar Busts Weight Loss Myths, Explains Why You Don't Need To Quit Rice, Ghee Or Bananas
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar explains why rice, ghee and bananas need not be completely eliminated from your diet, even for people managing diabetes.
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Harvard-Trained Gastroenterologist Shares 10 Foods That Can Help Fight Inflammation
As per gastroenterologist, certain foods can support the body while others may make inflammation worse.
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Eating Iron Rich Foods? Nutritionist Says Pair Them With This For Better Absorption
Nutritionist Palak Nagpal recently shared a simple tip for those looking to improve their iron intake.
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AI In Healthcare: Doctors Must Stay Accountable, Experts Say
At a national consultation in New Delhi, healthcare leaders called for evidence-based, ethical and patient-centric AI, stressing that technology should support doctors, not replace clinical judgement
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25 Years, One Giant Lump: How A 'Benign' Neck Tumour Became A Physical And Emotional Burden
Lipomas are common. Most people who develop one will tell you the same thing: a soft lump under the skin, no pain, slow growth, easy to forget about. In the vast majority of cases, that casual attitude is medically reasonable - lipomas are benign fatty tumours, and small ones rarely cause trouble.
