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"Herbal" Cigarettes May Be More Toxic Than You Think, New Study Explains How
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Scientists have found that herbal cigarettes may release harmful substances at levels similar to, or even higher than, conventional tobacco cigarettes.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Nutritionist Explains: Can Eating Cold, Curd-Based Dishes Actually Help During A Heatwave?
- Wednesday May 27, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Curd rice, buttermilk, fruits and chilled homemade meals may support hydration and digestion during heatwaves, experts say. However, doctors warn that food hygiene, balanced nutrition and avoiding excessive icy or processed foods are equally importan
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Short Power Naps Protect Your Health During Heatwaves?
- Tuesday May 26, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Experts say short power naps during heatwaves may help improve alertness, reduce fatigue, and ease heat-related stress, especially when combined with hydration, cooling measures, and proper nighttime sleep.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Self-Medication Mistakes To Avoid During Dangerous Heatwaves
- Friday May 22, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors warn that self-medicating during heatwaves may worsen dehydration, kidney stress, and heat illness. Here are the common medication mistakes people make during extreme summer temperatures and why they can be risky.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Extreme Heat At Night May Be Drying Out Your Nose And Throat, Warns Doctor
- Friday May 22, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors warn that rising nighttime temperatures, dehydration, and prolonged AC or fan exposure may be increasing dry throat, blocked nose, and sleep-related ENT issues during Indian heatwaves.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Why Warmer Nights During Indian Heatwaves May Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days
- Thursday May 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Hot nights during Indian heatwaves may pose a bigger health threat than scorching days. Rising nighttime temperatures prevent the body from recovering, disrupt sleep, strain the heart and kidneys, and increase heat-related deaths, experts warn.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
- Tuesday May 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr K Yugaveer Goud
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Regular Exposure To Pesticides May Raise Cancer Risk By 150%, Says New Study
- Wednesday April 29, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Pesticides are part of everyday exposure, found in food, water, and air. However, most earlier research examined single chemicals in isolation
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Eating Dinner Just Before Going To Bed? Your Digestion May Not Keep Up Overnight
- Friday April 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Rubal Gupta
When meals are taken late at night, the body is not in an optimal state to process food effectively, which can have both short term and long-term effects.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Beyond The Gut: How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Impact Your Bones
- Wednesday March 25, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Ultra-processed food consumption can impact your bone health. Here is why you need to be careful of what you eat and why attention to the food label matters.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Sudden, Unexpected Rains And Weather Change Can Mess With Your Health: Risks, Safety Tips And Warning Signs
- Monday March 23, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Sudden rain and temperature swings in Delhi-NCR can trigger infections, allergies, and heat stress. Here's how weather changes affect health, who is at risk, and precautions to stay safe.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Addicted To Supari? Study Says Betel Nut Raises Heart, Cancer And Metabolic Risks
- Thursday February 12, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A new review links betel nut (supari) addiction to serious health risks including heart disease, cancer and metabolic syndrome.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Relationship Burnout: When Love Starts Affecting Mental Health
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Stress caused due to relationship burnout can eventually impact your mental health, if not addressed. It can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, irritability, resentment, and depression, among others.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Your Morning Coffee Might Protect Your Brain As You Age - Here's The Sweet Spot
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Eef Hogervorst, The Conversation
Scientists have found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day may significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia, but drinking more won't help protect your brain any further.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Adverse Health Impacts Due To Plastic Use Set To Double By 2024: Lancet Study
- Tuesday January 27, 2026
- Health | Press Trust of India
A Lancet study warns plastics emissions could more than double health risks by 2040, driving global warming, air pollution, and toxic exposure unless urgent action is taken.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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"Herbal" Cigarettes May Be More Toxic Than You Think, New Study Explains How
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Scientists have found that herbal cigarettes may release harmful substances at levels similar to, or even higher than, conventional tobacco cigarettes.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Nutritionist Explains: Can Eating Cold, Curd-Based Dishes Actually Help During A Heatwave?
- Wednesday May 27, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Curd rice, buttermilk, fruits and chilled homemade meals may support hydration and digestion during heatwaves, experts say. However, doctors warn that food hygiene, balanced nutrition and avoiding excessive icy or processed foods are equally importan
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Short Power Naps Protect Your Health During Heatwaves?
- Tuesday May 26, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Experts say short power naps during heatwaves may help improve alertness, reduce fatigue, and ease heat-related stress, especially when combined with hydration, cooling measures, and proper nighttime sleep.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Self-Medication Mistakes To Avoid During Dangerous Heatwaves
- Friday May 22, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors warn that self-medicating during heatwaves may worsen dehydration, kidney stress, and heat illness. Here are the common medication mistakes people make during extreme summer temperatures and why they can be risky.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Extreme Heat At Night May Be Drying Out Your Nose And Throat, Warns Doctor
- Friday May 22, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors warn that rising nighttime temperatures, dehydration, and prolonged AC or fan exposure may be increasing dry throat, blocked nose, and sleep-related ENT issues during Indian heatwaves.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Why Warmer Nights During Indian Heatwaves May Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days
- Thursday May 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Hot nights during Indian heatwaves may pose a bigger health threat than scorching days. Rising nighttime temperatures prevent the body from recovering, disrupt sleep, strain the heart and kidneys, and increase heat-related deaths, experts warn.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
- Tuesday May 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr K Yugaveer Goud
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Regular Exposure To Pesticides May Raise Cancer Risk By 150%, Says New Study
- Wednesday April 29, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Pesticides are part of everyday exposure, found in food, water, and air. However, most earlier research examined single chemicals in isolation
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Eating Dinner Just Before Going To Bed? Your Digestion May Not Keep Up Overnight
- Friday April 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Rubal Gupta
When meals are taken late at night, the body is not in an optimal state to process food effectively, which can have both short term and long-term effects.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Beyond The Gut: How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Impact Your Bones
- Wednesday March 25, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Ultra-processed food consumption can impact your bone health. Here is why you need to be careful of what you eat and why attention to the food label matters.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Sudden, Unexpected Rains And Weather Change Can Mess With Your Health: Risks, Safety Tips And Warning Signs
- Monday March 23, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Sudden rain and temperature swings in Delhi-NCR can trigger infections, allergies, and heat stress. Here's how weather changes affect health, who is at risk, and precautions to stay safe.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Addicted To Supari? Study Says Betel Nut Raises Heart, Cancer And Metabolic Risks
- Thursday February 12, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A new review links betel nut (supari) addiction to serious health risks including heart disease, cancer and metabolic syndrome.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Relationship Burnout: When Love Starts Affecting Mental Health
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Stress caused due to relationship burnout can eventually impact your mental health, if not addressed. It can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, irritability, resentment, and depression, among others.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Your Morning Coffee Might Protect Your Brain As You Age - Here's The Sweet Spot
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Eef Hogervorst, The Conversation
Scientists have found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day may significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia, but drinking more won't help protect your brain any further.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Adverse Health Impacts Due To Plastic Use Set To Double By 2024: Lancet Study
- Tuesday January 27, 2026
- Health | Press Trust of India
A Lancet study warns plastics emissions could more than double health risks by 2040, driving global warming, air pollution, and toxic exposure unless urgent action is taken.
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www.ndtv.com/health