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Stop counting protein grams. Look at the whole plate, says physicians forum

The white paper by the Physicians Association for Nutrition India describes protein as “one of the most talked-about and most misunderstood topics in nutrition”.

Why do some children dislike vegetables? Study links it to mother’s diet during pregnancy

For the study, wet cotton swabs were dipped in either carrot or kale powder, before being held under each kid’s nose. While some smiled, few made faces.

Higher protein, red meat—how the new US dietary guidelines differ from other countries

The new inverted food pyramid marks a significant overhaul of federal nutrition policy. The guidelines also come with a clear message: eat real food.

AIIMS rolls out 1st Indian-adapted Mediterranean diet to tackle heart disease crisis. Trials underway

Indian Adapted Mediterranean Diet combines principles of Mediterranean diet with Indian cuisines to develop heart-healthy dietary plans. Its efficacy is being assessed in a trial at AIIMS.

Take that salt shaker off the table, say doctors at talk on India’s non-communicable diseases burden

Non-communicable diseases account for over 60% deaths in India, with cardiovascular diseases being the leading cause. The trend is attributed to excessive salt consumption.

Diet and exercise alone aren’t enough for your weight loss journey

The study suggested that some of us have a natural talent when it comes to burning fat and losing weight through exercise.

Taking too many supplements can give you vitamin toxicity. Focus on diet instead

Influencers often try to convince people that they need to take supplements. But everyone’s health needs are different. Diet, lifestyle, and medical conditions should inform your choice.

Cricket and Australian avocados have one thing in common – Brett Lee

For Lee, who is the new Australian avocado ambassador, this role gives him the opportunity to return to his 'second home'.

Supporting Dogs with Kidney Failure: Aapt Dubey’s Renal Diet Recommendations

Kidney failure is a common and serious condition that can affect older dogs, impacting their overall health and quality of life.

Seeing someone eat junk food can help you lose weight. Here’s how

The mere sight of someone being hit by a hammer will fire up our brain's neural networks associated with pain. Such effects also extend to food consumption.

On Camera

Srinagar got star treatment at J&K film festival. Jammu got a supporting role

The events lined up in Jammu mostly featured local filmmakers and artists. There is a difference between platforming local artists and making a city feel like an afterthought.

India foreign reserves to help earn more revenue, says RBI chief

India drew a record $127 billion from its vast diaspora, surpassing even the most optimistic estimates and giving policymakers a bigger war chest to defend the currency.

‘Society as battlefield’: NATO cites Indian military paper on cognitive warfare. What it says

In a seminal work, former military officers Lt. Gen. D.S. Hooda & Lt. Col. Pavithran Rajan put forth a framework to approach cognitive warfare, called Socio-Technical-Cognitive Battlespace.

The real BRICS story is what China, Russia want & India wishes

India, China and Russia share more contradictions than congruence. Each has a different worldview, as also a different adversary. The rude fact is, BRICS is the most irrelevant of all such groupings.