Healthy Living Stories
Keep Kids Safe From 'Granny's Purse Syndrome': Pediatrician's Tips To Avoid Accidental Poisoning
A Florida-based pediatric emergency physician took to TikTok to warn parents about an unexpected holiday hazard she calls "Granny's purse syndrome", responsible for 20% of accidental poisoning in kids. 
Larger Waistline May Not Be Always Bad: Know Ideal Waist Size If You've Diabetes
Researchers have found that, in some cases, a larger waist circumference might actually help reduce mortality risk for people with diabetes. 
Can't Say No To Sugary Treats? 10 Ways To Curb Your Sugar Cravings
Craving for sugar is perfectly normal. But it's important to know that your sugar craving is not always because the body needs food or you are hungry. 
Worried About Thigh Fat? Your Favorite Breakfast Choice Might Be To Blame
Did you know that cereals, a popular breakfast choice for many, could be contributing to fat accumulation in your thighs? 
Spritz Of Hairspray, Splash Of Perfume: Watch Out, These Daily Cosmetics Could Harm Your Health
Read the label of your cosmetics. Phthalates, commonly found in several everyday makeup products, could be gradually entering your body. 
What Is Algae Oil? This Michelin-Starred Chef Vouched Cooking Oil May Be Healthier And Tastier Alternative
For food enthusiasts and home cooks looking for a healthy cooking oil without compromising on flavor, algae oil could be an alternative. 
Treating Appendicitis In Children: Which Is Better, Antibiotics Or Surgery?
Treatment with antibiotics is a safe, cost-effective alternative to laparoscopic appendectomy for pediatric uncomplicated appendicitis, a recent study revealed. 
Can Testosterone Really Fuel Sex Drive? It May Improve Courtship, Not Desire, Says Study
The fluctuations in testosterone may not influence sexual desire as much as previously thought, suggest a recent study. 
Depression May Trigger Severe Period Pain, Sleep Disturbances May Aggravate It: Study
A recent study found that depression may actually trigger severe period pain, with sleep deprivation worsening its severity. 
Cut Back On Ultra-Processed Foods: Researchers Say They May Trigger Psoriasis
It's time to put that bag of processed snacks away, as a new study warns they may trigger psoriasis flare-ups. 
New Treatment For Asthma, COPD Flare-Ups: Single Dose Of Existing Antibody Injection May Cut Hospitalizations
A recent trial revealed that a single injection of a monoclonal antibody, benralizumab, could be more effective than standard steroid tablets during asthma or COPD flare-ups. 
Elderly Man Awarded Historic Damages After Clinic Allegedly Injects Him with Unnecessary 'Invasive' Penis Shots That Did Irreparable Harm
An elderly New Mexico man has been awarded $412 million after a men's health clinic treated his erectile dysfunction with "invasive penile shots" that caused irreversible damage. 
Your Menopause Treatment Tablets Could Affect Heart Health: Here's What Study Says
Researchers have found that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) tablets containing both estrogen and progestogen may increase the risk of heart disease and blood clots in menopausal women. 
Common Food Additive May Affect Intestine, Raise Risk Of Diabetes: Study Finds
Researchers have found that carrageenan(E407), a common food additive used as an emulsifier and thickening agent, is linked to an increased risk of diabetes. 
Going To Bed At Different Times? Researchers Link It To Higher Risk Of Heart Attacks, Strokes
The study found that individuals with irregular sleep patterns had a 26% higher risk of experiencing a major cardiovascular event compared to those with a regular sleep-wake cycle, while those with moderately irregular sleep patterns were 8% more likely to face the same risk.
