Health articles in English
Are glucose spikes dangerous? What normal looks like, and 8 evidence-based habits — food order, pairing carbs, intact grains, post-meal walks, muscle, earlier dinner and sleep — for steadier blood sugar.
Look beyond calories: the hand-portion Indian plate, protein per meal, calorie density, food order, smart daily swaps, fatty liver tips and the eat-by-colour vitamin rule.
How much protein you need (ICMR-NIN), a vegetarian protein table, and easy high-protein upgrades for poha, dosa, idli, dal-rice, khichdi and snacks — with approximate protein values.
Calorie deficit without starving, protein at every meal, strength training + walking, sleep, liquid calories and environment — a practical, research-based fat-loss plan for Indian lifestyles.
Normal ranges for sugar, cholesterol (CSI 2024), kidney, liver, haemoglobin, ferritin, B12 and vitamin D; extra tests for vegetarians, PCOS, smokers and family history; and a complete preparation checklist.
You don’t need a 90-test package. The basic yearly checks, the tests to add only when relevant, free NP-NCD screening in India, and how to read reports without panic — with trusted sources.
How much oil per day, which oil for tadka vs frying, refined vs cold-pressed, ghee, seed-oil myths, trans fat and reused oil — based on ICMR-NIN 2024, WHO, FSSAI and peer-reviewed research.
Most adults need 7+ hours of sleep. What short sleep does, the 10-3-2-1 rule, a 7-day sleep reset, night-shift tips, myths and when to see a doctor — with trusted sources.
Steel, iron, non-stick, aluminium, clay or copper? What the evidence actually says about safe cookware for Indian cooking — without fear or hype.