weight management

Having trouble keeping off the pounds after your diet? A recent study suggests a straightforward remedy: take 8,500 steps every day. Presented at the European Congress on Obesity, this step count encourages ongoing movement, crucial for staving off weight regain during dieting and beyond. Health experts endorse this simple and economical strategy for lasting results.

Thyroid health is crucial for conception and a healthy pregnancy, yet often overlooked. Experts emphasize that proper nutrition, alongside medical management, significantly boosts fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Focusing on a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients can help regulate hormones, improve egg quality, and support overall reproductive well-being for women planning to conceive.

Bihar's Education Department mandates private and government-aided schools to adhere to NCERT guidelines, limiting school bag weight to 10% of a child's body weight. Schools must install weighing scales for regular checks, with violations leading to action. This policy aims to reduce physical burden and promote student health and overall development.

Indian women often experience weight gain and hair fall after marriage and childbirth due to stress, hormonal shifts, and lifestyle changes. These factors, including nutritional deficiencies and poor sleep, disrupt the body's balance, impacting both metabolism and hair health. Experts emphasize that these changes are not normal but signs of underlying issues requiring attention.

Recent studies indicate that substantial weight gain in adulthood can significantly heighten cancer risks, particularly for cancers associated with obesity, such as liver and oesophageal cancers. Those who gain the most weight may see their cancer risk more than double. This finding highlights the urgent need for effective weight management throughout life to help prevent cancer.

Paneer and tofu, both protein powerhouses, offer distinct nutritional benefits. Paneer, rich and creamy, excels in muscle building and calorie-dense needs. Tofu, lighter and leaner, is ideal for weight management and heart health. The best choice hinges on individual health goals and dietary preferences, with rotation being a smart strategy.

Ashwin Pranjapye, a 55-year-old man, faced severe abdominal issues and weight loss. Doctors diagnosed him with advanced intestinal lymphoma. He received a combination therapy including Polatuzumab and Rituximab. This treatment led to a complete remission. He has remained in remission for over a year and regained a good quality of life.

As young and otherwise healthy people turn to GLP-1 drugs to meet weight targets, doctors warn the side-effects can land them in hospital

Over 70 cattle have perished in Kendrapada's Aul block due to amphistomes, or 'Kurmi' disease. Symptoms include severe diarrhoea, weight loss, and swelling. Veterinary officials attribute the outbreak to dry summer conditions forcing cattle to consume dry grass and leaves. Rapid response teams are investigating, with samples sent for analysis. Farmers are advised to provide green fodder and water.

All Ancy Sojan wanted coming into the long jump event at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition was to be cautious and avoid foul jumps. She not only did that but also bettered her personal best and the meet record, leaping 6.75m to win gold at Birsa Munda Stadium, Morabadi, here on Friday.

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen has been surprisingly defeated in national trials, missing selection for the 2026 Commonwealth and Asian Games. Competing in the 51kg category, Zareen lost to Sakshi Chaudhary, marking a significant upset in Indian boxing. This outcome follows recent inconsistencies and a shift to a trial-based selection system.

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Actor Himanshu N Awasthie, currently seen as Sameer in Rimjhim – Choti Umar, Bada Safar, opens up about the fitness journey that transformed his lifestyle. The actor reveals how being rejected during the casting process for the show because of his appearance became a turning point, pushing him to adopt a disciplined approach towards fitness. From losing weight within a week to maintaining workouts despite 14-hour workdays, Himanshu shares why training, diet, and consistency have become non-negotiable parts of his life and how fitness now drives both his personal and professional growth.

The transition to an autonomous enterprise involves the deployment of AI agents that can reason, plan, act, and adapt across business functions without constant human instruction. M37Labs’ MightyClaw has been engineered to unlock greater value within an enterprise enabling enterprises to operate as self-orchestrating, continuously reasoning systems. It is designed to overcome shortcomings of Agentic AI, with data sovereignty and governance built into it at the core.

Preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication beyond just high blood pressure, can be fatal if untreated. Contrary to popular belief, it can occur in subsequent pregnancies, not just the first. Early diagnosis through regular checkups and timely treatment, including low-dose aspirin and magnesium sulfate, are crucial for saving both mother and baby.