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More than 5 grams of artificial sweetener saccharin a day can be fatal: Doctors

More than 5 grams of artificial sweetener saccharin a day can be fatal: Doctors

The doctors reacted to the tragic case of a 10-year-old girl in Punjab's Patiala who died, last month, after eating her birthday cake, which was reportedly baked with a high concentration of saccharin

25 April,2024 10:25 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Pune doctors give new life to 4-year-old with congenital anomaly of intestines

Pune doctors give new life to 4-year-old with congenital anomaly of intestines

Midgut volvulus is a severe condition that is common among children and infants and often occurs within the first few weeks of life, caused by a congenital anomaly of the intestines -- leaving the child susceptible to sudden twisting of most of the intestines

25 April,2024 09:51 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Kokum butter: Lesser known techniques for skin-lightening

Mid-Day Premium Kokum butter: Lesser known techniques for skin-lightening

Adding to the list of natural skincare ingredients is a lesser-known marvel: the Kokum fruit. Apart from being a common kitchen item, Kokum serves as an excellent emollient that creates a protective layer on the skin

23 April,2024 09:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
This could be a reason for your late-night chocolate cravings

This could be a reason for your late-night chocolate cravings

According to the study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, loneliness can cause an extreme desire for sugary foods

22 April,2024 03:31 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Why Mumbai experts feel there is insufficient awareness about Haemophilia

Mid-Day Premium Why Mumbai experts feel there is insufficient awareness about Haemophilia

Every year, World Hemophilia Day is observed on April 17. While the bleeding disorder is genetic, Mumbai health experts believe there is a lack of awareness about it in India leading to several misconceptions. While the onus is on the person suffering from it, it is important for people around them to also know more about the disorder

19 April,2024 09:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
World Liver Day: Why excess sugar, oil are as dangerous for liver as alcohol

World Liver Day: Why excess sugar, oil are as dangerous for liver as alcohol

World Liver Day is observed on April 19 every year to highlight the importance of a healthy liver for the normal functioning of the body. The theme this year is 'Be vigilant, get regular liver check-ups, and prevent fatty liver diseases

18 April,2024 04:48 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Baby born without anus, bent penis, tongue-tie treated successfully in Mumbai

Baby born without anus, bent penis, tongue-tie treated successfully in Mumbai

The infant underwent a series of five surgeries such as colostomy, anal reconstruction and colostomy closure to address issues of ARM, hypospadias and tongue tie

17 April,2024 04:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
This is how you can help a loved one suffering from burnout

This is how you can help a loved one suffering from burnout

The most important thing when someone close to you suffers from burnout is to be understanding, says Professor Petra Beschoner, a specialist in psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychosomatic medicine

16 April,2024 04:31 PM IST | Berlin | IANS
Using marijuana to treat nausea may worsen health of mother and baby: Study

Using marijuana to treat nausea may worsen health of mother and baby: Study

Use of cannabis in pregnancy has been associated with adverse neurocognitive outcomes in offspring, as well as other adverse pregnancy outcomes

15 April,2024 02:14 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Remove Bournvita from category of ‘health drinks’: Govt tells e-commerce firms

Remove Bournvita from category of ‘health drinks’: Govt tells e-commerce firms

The advisory comes on the back of an investigation by the NCPCR that found the Bournvita contains sugar levels, much above the acceptable limits

13 April,2024 04:20 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

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