As the world celebrates World Chocolate Day this July, the health benefits of chocolates are known but there are also many misconceptions, and city dietitians help bust the myths

If you&rsquo;ve ever tried to lose weight, there&rsquo;s a good chance you might have stumbled upon viral diet trends on social media. There is a lot of such advice on the internet. Not all of it is proven. Not all of it is suitable for everyone. We explore the effectiveness of some of these trends.&nbsp;

Cervical cancer is one of the formidable health challenges that affects women globally. When it comes to cervical cancer, there are a lot of myths and misunderstandings about the condition. This, in turn, affects the steps that people can take to minimise the risk as well as how cervical cancer can be treated

Knee replacement surgery, also known as knee arthroplasty, is a common procedure that can significantly improve the lives of people with severe knee pain and disability. However, many myths and misconceptions surround this surgery, which can deter people from seeking needed treatment

The discourse around female pleasure is usually missing or is aimed at discouraging women from seeking it. Why comply? Sex experts share tips for men to break myths around female pleasure and achieve enhanced intimacy

Let&rsquo;s address the elephant in the room: the pubic hair. Irrespective of gender identities, the desirability to have smooth, glossy skin has increased manifold over the past few decades. People enjoy the feel of shaved skin for optics as well as physical touch. Some also believe that a&nbsp;clean skin&nbsp;paves way for hygiene in their intimate areas. But how legitimate is the claim, clinically?

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