Health

Doctors warn: Scrolling through reels is ruining your eyes

NEW DELHI: If you spend hours scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube reels, your eyes might be paying the price. Doctors are now sounding the alarm on ‘reel-induced eye damage’, a growing problem caused by excessive screen time. From blurry vision and dry eyes to headaches and sleep issues, people of all ages—especially kids and […]

Giving up your phone for 3 days detox can rewire your brain

BERLIN: A new study has revealed that putting your phone away for just 72 hours can detox and significantly change brain activity, highlighting how deeply we are wired to our digital devices. Researchers from Heidelberg University and the University of Cologne in Germany conducted an experiment involving 25 young adults aged 18 to 30, who […]

Your brain might be carrying microplastics equal to a plastic spoon

A recent study has revealed a shocking truth—your brain might be carrying a plastic spoon’s worth of microplastics. Published in Nature Medicine, the research found high concentrations of microplastics in human brains, raising concerns about their role in neurological diseases. Scientists at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences (UNM) discovered that brain plastic accumulation […]

Moderate exercise key to living longer and ageing slower: Chinese researchers

BEIJING: Chinese researchers have unveiled compelling evidence that moderate exercise longevity benefits hold the key to healthy ageing. A study by Sun Yat-sen University analysed data from 20,924 participants aged 50 and above, revealing crucial insights into physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and their impacts on lifespan and ageing. The findings, derived from the Guangzhou Biobank […]

Workplace Mental Health: How to recognise and combat overwhelm

If your workplace overwhelms you with intangible demands and offers no support, it’s not a reflection of your abilities—it’s a failure on their part If your workplace feels like it’s perpetually overwhelming, chances are it’s not you—it’s them. Many organizations operate in a state of disorganization, lacking clear systems, vision, or a mission. And somehow, […]

Research highlights risks of microplastics in tea bags

BARCELONA: A groundbreaking study by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has revealed alarming levels of microplastics released by polymer-based tea bags during brewing. The research highlights significant health implications, as these nano and microplastics can be absorbed by human intestinal cells, potentially entering the bloodstream and spreading throughout the body. The study examined tea bags […]

Keep your hair and skin happy this winter

Winter and pollution are not exactly best friends with your hair and skin. Despite the sun’s power being minimal, the UV rays can be harmful to the skin and hair. The winter dryness coupled with lower air quality means hair and skin dryness. The pollutants can cause hair to break and fall, premature greying and […]

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