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India's Breastfeeding Decline May Be The First Sign Of A Growing Postnatal Care Gap
Recent findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) suggest that breastfeeding practices in India are showing signs of decline in certain indicators, raising questions that extend beyond infant nutrition alone.
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"Money Isn't Everything": Techie Rejects Rs 72 Lakh Job Over Strict 5-Day Office, No Leave Policy
While such a package would be considered a dream opportunity for many, the candidate chose to walk away, arguing that money alone was not enough to justify the terms attached to the role.
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Passive Sitting May Raise Dementia Risk: Experts Explain
Doctors explain that prolonged inactivity can slow blood circulation and worsen blood vessel function. It may also impair glucose and fat metabolism, increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and vascular problems.
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You May Have More Control Over Longevity Than Commonly Understood: Study
According to the report, smoking remains one of the most lethal habits, and perhaps the single most significant driver of unhealthy ageing.
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Can 7,000 Steps A Day Sharpen Your Brain? Here's What Research Says
Some research suggests brisk walking may provide stronger cardiovascular and metabolic benefits compared to slow walking.
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Trump's Junk Food Remark Sparks Debate: Here's What Processed Foods Really Do To Your Body
Processed foods are usually high in calories but low in fibre and protein. This means they don't keep you full for long, leading to overeating.
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Can Alcohol Change How Your Brain Works? Fortis Neurologist Explains
While occasional drinking may cause temporary changes, repeated or heavy alcohol use can lead to more serious and lasting damage.
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Study Finds Three Different Patterns Of Cognitive Decline In Alzheimer's Disease
A study has revealed three types of cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease -- stable or no change, slow decline, and fast decline.
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Loneliness Affects Memory In Older Adults, Not Memory Decline: Study
Loneliness may affect the memory of older adults, but it doesn't seem to speed up mental decline, according to a study conducted in 10,000 Europeans over seven years.
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This Detox May Erase 10 Years Of Social Media Brain Damage, Research Finds
New research suggests a two-week digital detox can reverse up to a decade of cognitive decline caused by compulsive smartphone use.
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Running Low On Sleep? This Trendy And Science-Backed Sleep Banking Hack Might Help
Sleep banking involves getting extra sleep in advance to help maintain alertness and cognitive performance during sleep deprivation.
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Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
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Is Your Phone Your 'Security Blanket'? 5 Signs Attachment Anxiety Is Controlling Your Screen Time
If you find yourself doomscrolling for hours on end, then you may need to rethink your relationship to your phone. A new study indicates that attachment anxiety is the reason behind why you are becoming increasingly attached to your phone. Here is wh
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New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
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Finland Ranked Happiest For 9th Year, Nordic Nations Top World Happiness Report 2026
Heavy social media use contributes to a stark decline in well-being among young people, with the effects particularly worrying in teenage girls in English-speaking countries and Western Europe, according to the World Happiness Report 2026
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India's Breastfeeding Decline May Be The First Sign Of A Growing Postnatal Care Gap
Recent findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) suggest that breastfeeding practices in India are showing signs of decline in certain indicators, raising questions that extend beyond infant nutrition alone.
-
"Money Isn't Everything": Techie Rejects Rs 72 Lakh Job Over Strict 5-Day Office, No Leave Policy
While such a package would be considered a dream opportunity for many, the candidate chose to walk away, arguing that money alone was not enough to justify the terms attached to the role.
-
Passive Sitting May Raise Dementia Risk: Experts Explain
Doctors explain that prolonged inactivity can slow blood circulation and worsen blood vessel function. It may also impair glucose and fat metabolism, increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and vascular problems.
-
You May Have More Control Over Longevity Than Commonly Understood: Study
According to the report, smoking remains one of the most lethal habits, and perhaps the single most significant driver of unhealthy ageing.
-
Can 7,000 Steps A Day Sharpen Your Brain? Here's What Research Says
Some research suggests brisk walking may provide stronger cardiovascular and metabolic benefits compared to slow walking.
-
Trump's Junk Food Remark Sparks Debate: Here's What Processed Foods Really Do To Your Body
Processed foods are usually high in calories but low in fibre and protein. This means they don't keep you full for long, leading to overeating.
-
Can Alcohol Change How Your Brain Works? Fortis Neurologist Explains
While occasional drinking may cause temporary changes, repeated or heavy alcohol use can lead to more serious and lasting damage.
-
Study Finds Three Different Patterns Of Cognitive Decline In Alzheimer's Disease
A study has revealed three types of cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease -- stable or no change, slow decline, and fast decline.
-
Loneliness Affects Memory In Older Adults, Not Memory Decline: Study
Loneliness may affect the memory of older adults, but it doesn't seem to speed up mental decline, according to a study conducted in 10,000 Europeans over seven years.
-
This Detox May Erase 10 Years Of Social Media Brain Damage, Research Finds
New research suggests a two-week digital detox can reverse up to a decade of cognitive decline caused by compulsive smartphone use.
-
Running Low On Sleep? This Trendy And Science-Backed Sleep Banking Hack Might Help
Sleep banking involves getting extra sleep in advance to help maintain alertness and cognitive performance during sleep deprivation.
-
Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
-
Is Your Phone Your 'Security Blanket'? 5 Signs Attachment Anxiety Is Controlling Your Screen Time
If you find yourself doomscrolling for hours on end, then you may need to rethink your relationship to your phone. A new study indicates that attachment anxiety is the reason behind why you are becoming increasingly attached to your phone. Here is wh
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New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
-
Finland Ranked Happiest For 9th Year, Nordic Nations Top World Happiness Report 2026
Heavy social media use contributes to a stark decline in well-being among young people, with the effects particularly worrying in teenage girls in English-speaking countries and Western Europe, according to the World Happiness Report 2026
