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From toothache drops for kids to a cure for depression, find out why doctors used to prescribe cocaine and how it became a restricted illicit drug.

Pig thyroid glands once played a major role in treating hypothyroidism. Explore its history, how this unusual treatment began and why it remains relevant today.

Choosing between yoga, Pilates, and tai chi for weight loss? Read on to know about their benefits side by side as an expert explains which can help you in your fitness journey.

Bananas are more than a quick snack. Read on to know as a nutritionist breaks down 7 ways this fruit supports fitness, energy, and recovery.

Eating avocado daily can support heart health, digestion, and nutrient absorption when done right. Read on to know what a dietician says really happens to your body over time.

Swollen, tender gums during pregnancy? You might have gingivitis. Learn from an expert about why it happens, and the best ways to protect your smile.

There are certain common signs that may look harmless, but knowing when to take them seriously could protect your heart. We have listed the top 7 signs that you should not overlook.

From tapeworms and arsenic to cigarettes and toxic chemicals, the history of dieting is filled with risky attempts to become thinner. If you are interested in learning more, this article is a must-read.

Diabetes-induced erectile dysfunction is a common but treatable condition. Find out exactly how blood sugar levels impact your sexual health in this guide.

Abdominal pain and blood in urine often point to the same underlying issue. Read on to know as an Urologist explains how they're connected, what causes them, and when to seek care.

Confusing hypomania with being highly productive is common. Uncover expert warning signs and learn practical tips to deal with it in our latest article.

Short videos are the most-watched content type these days. Despite shorter duration, they garner higher viewership and attention. However, we tend to overlook the fact that we keep scrolling them, which can have a negative impact on our brains.

H1N1 is currently on top of the Indian health trends with significant surges recorded in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai lately. Most people ignore this as just the flu, not knowing that it can manifest itself to pneumonia, which can be life-threatening.

Long before modern medicine, python bile treated everything from fevers to ulcers. Here are 5 documented uses, and the story behind them.

FOMO started as a joke in a Harvard student newspaper in 2004. Read on to know how the 9/11 attack shaped it and gave modern anxiety a new term for mental health.

Long before Freud, a Muslim polymath named Al-Balkhi documented OCD symptoms in the 9th century. Read on to learn how a 9th-century polymath described it long before modern psychology.

Did you know the first sunscreen was invented during World War 2? Discover the fascinating journey of sun protection from the battlefield to your beach bag.

Does your heartbeat really sync to your playlist? A cardiologist explains how music tempo genuinely affects heart rate, blood pressure, and recovery.

Wondering if heated car seats are bad for your reproductive health? Get the facts on how prolonged heat exposure impacts male fertility and sperm quality.

Healing your gut after typhoid can be tricky during the rainy season. Learn exactly what to eat and avoid for a smooth recovery, straight from a dietitian.

H1N1, COVID-19 and dengue can begin with the same frustrating combination of fever, fatigue and body aches. But the clues are different, and knowing them can help you get the right test and treatment before complications develop.

The painkiller sitting in your medicine cabinet has a history that stretches back thousands of years, and includes opium, heroin, a willow tree and one of medicines biggest turning points.

Had H1N1 (influenza) before or taken the flu vaccine? Here is why you can still catch it again, what happens to immunity, and how vaccination can reduce the risk of severe illness.

Can chemotherapy affect your memory? An oncologist explains chemo brain, how long it lasts, whether it's permanent, and ways to improve cognitive symptoms during and after treatment.

Still drinking plenty of water but your throat stays dry? Read on to explore the real causes, from mouth breathing to medications, with safe ways to ease the dryness.

Wondering why you wake up with a headache after a nap? An expert explains the common triggers, when it's serious, and how to nap without regret.

ADHD is diagnosed more often in boys than girls, but why? A psychiatrist explains how symptoms can differ, what affects diagnosis, and why some girls may be overlooked.

There are a few things you should know before you start the first treatment.

Using earbuds every day? An ENT specialist explains how volume and listening time can affect your hearing, the warning signs to watch for, and how to listen more safely.

Confused about the difference between a stent and a pacemaker? A cardiologist explains what each device does, how they're placed, and when each is needed.

ADHD doesn't look the same in everyone. A psychiatrist explains how symptoms can vary from person to person and why some cases may go unnoticed for years.

ADHD and autism can share some similar traits, but they are different conditions. A psychiatrist explains how they differ, where they overlap, and why some people have both.