We live in a small microcosm of time. They say that if you take all the time that human beings have been around, it would not amount to seconds in a day. Looking back in time, we find that very few species have survived since the beginning of life. Horsetails
Have you seen your favourite football or tennis player wearing a knee brace? If you've had knee problems, have you been advised or tempted to wear one as well? Should you? People widely use knee braces to provide support and stability to the knee joint, especially after injuries
The brain was always believed to be a sterile environment. You have something known as the Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB), a mesh of nerves protecting the brain. There was then a belief that the BBB prevented unwanted things from entering the brain. Protecting the brain, so to speak. However, recent research
Whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. This illness derives its name from the distinctive "whooping" sound made when gasping for air after a fit of coughing. All ages are susceptible to pertussis, but infants and young children, especially those under
Eyesight is one of those things that deteriorates with age. A few years ago, I found myself in denial about reading glasses. I had perfect vision, and I refused to accept that anything had changed. Eventually, I had to accept that light was falling on the lens of my eye
Embarking on a strength training routine can be daunting, especially if you’re new to the concept. I remember when I first started; the sheer number of exercises and techniques felt overwhelming. However, with the right approach, strength training can become a rewarding and enjoyable part of your fitness journey.
Are you travelling like most people do during the summer? Congratulations if you are, and I wish you a joyous holiday. Here's what you can bring back for me from your vacation. A curiosity for health and a desire to learn from all the people you meet. Allow
India has become a service economy. Service exports exceeded $345 billion in 2023. Software development and knowledge process outsourcing have significantly contributed to this. Many jokes circulate about Indians answering phone calls for large companies such as Microsoft or even AT&T. But can staying up at night lead
So you're expecting a baby. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the expecting mother and the to-be-born soul. Sister Shivani on my show explained that the soul enters the body in the second month. But we are more concerned about everyday things, such as how much weight you
Did you enjoy reading a good story when you were younger? The prince and the fairy. The frog that transformed into a prince? What about the boy who got lost and mustered the bravery to discover his way back? Have you ever wondered why we love stories? Why does our
Human beings are born with a personality and traits. Even a small child exhibits signs of one. For example, consider a child who has a cheerful or sunny disposition or one who loves music. Sometimes, we are born with personalities that might be different from others. If these characteristics become
The heart is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. The heart is made of muscles known as cardiac muscles. Unlike your bicep or calf muscles, you cannot exercise direct control over your heart muscles. Your lifestyle and habits, however, can indirectly influence both the quality and capacity of the