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BMI Is Not Enough; Here's How You Can Calculate Body Fat And Composition
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
While BMI is a widely used measure to categorise individuals into weight classifications such as underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity, it is not enough to accurately determine the right body composition.
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www.ndtv.com
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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
- Wednesday June 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
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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www.ndtv.com
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High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
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www.ndtv.com
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Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
- Wednesday June 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Saket Kant
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
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www.ndtv.com
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Can Fish Oil Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes? New Research Shows Promise
- Tuesday June 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The findings of this study are important because most research on type 2 diabetes focuses on people who are overweight or obese. However, experts estimate that around 10%-20% of people with type 2 diabetes are not obese.
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www.ndtv.com
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Taking Ozempic? New Study Explains Why Pairing It With Exercise Is Important For Your Muscles
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Researchers found that combining semaglutide with regular exercise led to greater fat loss and better overall results than using the medication alone.
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www.ndtv.com
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Popular Weight Loss Drug Wegovy Linked To Rare Blinding Eye Condition, Finds Study
- Monday May 25, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study does not say that Wegovy directly causes blindness. Instead, researchers found a strong link between the drug and a condition called ischemic optic neuropathy.
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www.ndtv.com
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More Weight Loss While On Ozempic Means Lower Risk Of Obesity-Related Diseases, Says New Study
- Thursday May 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The new analysis suggests that greater weight loss achieved while taking Ozempic and similar GLP-1 medications may lead to a larger reduction in obesity-related disease risk.
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www.ndtv.com
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Osteoporosis And Osteoarthritis Are Not the Same: Here's Why
- Thursday May 14, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Doctors say osteoporosis and osteoarthritis also differ in how they present and who is most at risk. Osteoporosis is more common after menopause and may be linked to ageing, hormonal changes, calcium deficiency, smoking, or lack of exercise.
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www.ndtv.com
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Doctor Shares 6 Small Daily Choices That Shape Your Long-Term Health
- Saturday May 9, 2026
- Health | Edited by Debosmita Ghosh
Sleep deprivation, chronic stress, poor gut health, and social isolation can all have strong and lasting effects on the body and mind.
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www.ndtv.com
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Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
- Sunday May 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
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www.ndtv.com
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On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
- Monday April 20, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
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www.ndtv.com
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Think Your Liver Is Healthy? 74% Of Indians With 'Normal' Results Actually Have Fatty Liver, Reveals Apollo Report
- Monday April 20, 2026
- Health | Written by NDTV Health Desk, Edited by Shreya Goswami
The finding challenges long-held assumptions around what "normal" really means in preventive healthcare and raises critical concerns about the country's metabolic health.
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www.ndtv.com
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Alcohol Vs Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver: What's More Dangerous? Know Here
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Fatty liver disease caused by alcohol is known as alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD). However, when the cause of the disease is not alcohol, it is known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
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www.ndtv.com
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Doctor Explains How Ashwagandha May Reduce Belly Fat Linked To Stress
- Wednesday April 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Dr Manish Shetty explains how Ashwagandha supplementation can be used to reduce belly fat caused by stress. There are also potential side effects that may affect its properties.
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www.ndtv.com
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BMI Is Not Enough; Here's How You Can Calculate Body Fat And Composition
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
While BMI is a widely used measure to categorise individuals into weight classifications such as underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity, it is not enough to accurately determine the right body composition.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
- Wednesday June 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
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.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
- Wednesday June 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Saket Kant
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Can Fish Oil Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes? New Research Shows Promise
- Tuesday June 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The findings of this study are important because most research on type 2 diabetes focuses on people who are overweight or obese. However, experts estimate that around 10%-20% of people with type 2 diabetes are not obese.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Taking Ozempic? New Study Explains Why Pairing It With Exercise Is Important For Your Muscles
- Saturday May 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Researchers found that combining semaglutide with regular exercise led to greater fat loss and better overall results than using the medication alone.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Popular Weight Loss Drug Wegovy Linked To Rare Blinding Eye Condition, Finds Study
- Monday May 25, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study does not say that Wegovy directly causes blindness. Instead, researchers found a strong link between the drug and a condition called ischemic optic neuropathy.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
More Weight Loss While On Ozempic Means Lower Risk Of Obesity-Related Diseases, Says New Study
- Thursday May 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The new analysis suggests that greater weight loss achieved while taking Ozempic and similar GLP-1 medications may lead to a larger reduction in obesity-related disease risk.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Osteoporosis And Osteoarthritis Are Not the Same: Here's Why
- Thursday May 14, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Doctors say osteoporosis and osteoarthritis also differ in how they present and who is most at risk. Osteoporosis is more common after menopause and may be linked to ageing, hormonal changes, calcium deficiency, smoking, or lack of exercise.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Doctor Shares 6 Small Daily Choices That Shape Your Long-Term Health
- Saturday May 9, 2026
- Health | Edited by Debosmita Ghosh
Sleep deprivation, chronic stress, poor gut health, and social isolation can all have strong and lasting effects on the body and mind.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
- Sunday May 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
- Monday April 20, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Think Your Liver Is Healthy? 74% Of Indians With 'Normal' Results Actually Have Fatty Liver, Reveals Apollo Report
- Monday April 20, 2026
- Health | Written by NDTV Health Desk, Edited by Shreya Goswami
The finding challenges long-held assumptions around what "normal" really means in preventive healthcare and raises critical concerns about the country's metabolic health.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Alcohol Vs Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver: What's More Dangerous? Know Here
- Saturday April 18, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Fatty liver disease caused by alcohol is known as alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD). However, when the cause of the disease is not alcohol, it is known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Doctor Explains How Ashwagandha May Reduce Belly Fat Linked To Stress
- Wednesday April 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Dr Manish Shetty explains how Ashwagandha supplementation can be used to reduce belly fat caused by stress. There are also potential side effects that may affect its properties.
-
www.ndtv.com