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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
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Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
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Urban Indian Women's Obesity at 42.8%, Nearly Double Rural Rate
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24 classifies obesity and overweight if the Body Mass Index (BMI) is 25 kg per square metre or above, among people aged 15-49 years.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
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NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
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Pregnant Through IVF? Doctors Warn Of A Rare But Dangerous Pregnancy Emergency Rising Among Indian Women
Although heterotopic pregnancy is exceedingly uncommon with natural conception, its incidence is markedly higher among women who conceive through assisted reproductive technologies such as IUI and IVF
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What Extreme Heat Conditions Can Do To Your Body And Health
Alcohol and excessive caffeine may worsen dehydration. Extreme heat can affect nearly every organ system in the body, increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, cardiovascular strain, and kidney problems.
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When The Body Attacks Its Own Joints: Autoimmune Arthritis Explained
Autoimmune arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, causing chronic inflammation, pain and disability. Experts say early diagnosis and treatment can help patients lead active, healthy lives.
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Ovarian Cancer In Younger Women: Is The Risk Rising?
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage because there is currently no reliable routine screening test for the general population.
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Infertility Is Rising Globally: Key Factors That Are Driving This Trend
Modern lifestyle choices also play a pivotal role in affecting fertility rates. Increasingly sedentary lifestyles, higher rates of obesity, and poor dietary habits can all contribute to infertility.
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Obesity Affects Men And Women Differently: Study Reveals Hidden Health Risks, Differences
A new study on obesity reveals that it affects men and women differently. Here are the hidden health risks and differences in how obesity can impact men and women.
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Unexpected Weight Gain Around The Waist Is Not Just Ageing: Doctors Explain Insulin Resistance In Women
Unexpected weight gain around the waist in women is not just a sign of ageing. Dr Shraddhey Katiyar and Dr Tripti Raheja explain insulin resistance in women and recommend ways to prevent it.
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Weight Gain In Early Adulthood Linked To Increased Risk Of Premature Death, Finds Study
People who were obese by age 29 showed 70-84% higher premature death risk, with higher risk in women at 84% in some measures.
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Low Iron Levels? A Teaspoon Of Moringa Can Help Manage Anemia And Fatigue, Says Nutritionist
A new landmark study, eClinicalMedicine, establishes a definitive link between early-onset weight gain and accelerated biological ageing. Here is why it matters for India and why you need to focus on preventive measures.
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PCOS In India: Why Gynaecologists Are Calling It The Biggest Women's Health Concern Today
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is emerging as a major women's health concern in India due to its rising prevalence, especially among young women.
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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
-
Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
-
Urban Indian Women's Obesity at 42.8%, Nearly Double Rural Rate
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24 classifies obesity and overweight if the Body Mass Index (BMI) is 25 kg per square metre or above, among people aged 15-49 years.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
-
NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
-
Pregnant Through IVF? Doctors Warn Of A Rare But Dangerous Pregnancy Emergency Rising Among Indian Women
Although heterotopic pregnancy is exceedingly uncommon with natural conception, its incidence is markedly higher among women who conceive through assisted reproductive technologies such as IUI and IVF
-
What Extreme Heat Conditions Can Do To Your Body And Health
Alcohol and excessive caffeine may worsen dehydration. Extreme heat can affect nearly every organ system in the body, increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, cardiovascular strain, and kidney problems.
-
When The Body Attacks Its Own Joints: Autoimmune Arthritis Explained
Autoimmune arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, causing chronic inflammation, pain and disability. Experts say early diagnosis and treatment can help patients lead active, healthy lives.
-
Ovarian Cancer In Younger Women: Is The Risk Rising?
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage because there is currently no reliable routine screening test for the general population.
-
Infertility Is Rising Globally: Key Factors That Are Driving This Trend
Modern lifestyle choices also play a pivotal role in affecting fertility rates. Increasingly sedentary lifestyles, higher rates of obesity, and poor dietary habits can all contribute to infertility.
-
Obesity Affects Men And Women Differently: Study Reveals Hidden Health Risks, Differences
A new study on obesity reveals that it affects men and women differently. Here are the hidden health risks and differences in how obesity can impact men and women.
-
Unexpected Weight Gain Around The Waist Is Not Just Ageing: Doctors Explain Insulin Resistance In Women
Unexpected weight gain around the waist in women is not just a sign of ageing. Dr Shraddhey Katiyar and Dr Tripti Raheja explain insulin resistance in women and recommend ways to prevent it.
-
Weight Gain In Early Adulthood Linked To Increased Risk Of Premature Death, Finds Study
People who were obese by age 29 showed 70-84% higher premature death risk, with higher risk in women at 84% in some measures.
-
Low Iron Levels? A Teaspoon Of Moringa Can Help Manage Anemia And Fatigue, Says Nutritionist
A new landmark study, eClinicalMedicine, establishes a definitive link between early-onset weight gain and accelerated biological ageing. Here is why it matters for India and why you need to focus on preventive measures.
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PCOS In India: Why Gynaecologists Are Calling It The Biggest Women's Health Concern Today
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is emerging as a major women's health concern in India due to its rising prevalence, especially among young women.
