Botox might be good for your skin but it can damage your brain; Here’s how

Botox might be good for your skin but it can damage your brain; Here’s how

Botox is among the most widely used cosmetic procedures across the world. It is a protein made from Botulinum toxin and interestingly, it is the same same toxin that causes botulism, an extremely rare illness caused by poisoning. Although Botox is a toxin, in small doses, it can have benefits. As a cosmetic treatment, Botox … Read more

This gut bacteria can reveal if your child will be obese or not

This gut bacteria can reveal if your child will be obese or not

Gut health plays an extremely crucial role in your overall health and well-being. Now, a new study has revealed that the gut bacteria of toddlers can predict if they will be overweight in their adult life. The study, led by Gaël Toubon from the Université Sorbonne Paris, analysed the data from 512 infants who were … Read more

When should you consume apples? Know the perfect time for maximum benefits

When should you consume apples? Know the perfect time for maximum benefits

‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away’. We all have heard this every now and then. Apples are one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. It is not only grown to be sold as fresh fruit. It is also used commercially for vinegar, juice, jelly, applesauce, and apple butter, among others. Studies suggest … Read more

First Thousand Days of live – how growth hampers if you lack proper expert guidance from the time of conceiving till 2 years of a child

First Thousand Days of live – how growth hampers if you lack proper expert guidance from the time of conceiving till 2 years of a child

By Dr Vaidehi Dande As parents, kids are ones first priority, and all well-meaning parents are willing to go to any length to facilitate their child’s optimal growth and development. However, most of us would be surprised to know that much of this development starts before a baby is even born. In fact, the foundation … Read more