Miscellaneous

Parents who correct too much: is Indian parenting pushing kids away?

Nov 3, 2026, 21:00 IST

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Attachment exists even in relationships with parents and throughout family life.

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Indian schoolchildren will likely face teasing or bullying sooner or later.

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Parents often prioritise correcting children over building emotional connection.

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The Lucknow building fire killed children and students trapped inside.


Is India's food safety system failing?

Nov 3, 2026, 19:31 IST

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Maharashtra conducted over 2,000 inspections of spices and edible-oil facilities.

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Maharashtra FDA found serious food-safety and hygiene violations during September 12 inspection.

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FSSAI raids in Bengaluru clubs found expired mushrooms and food-label violations.

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Microbial contamination from poor hygiene and refrigeration can cause severe illness.

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Adulterated ghee, artificial flavours, and stones in flour compromise Indian food safety.


Wellness trends and influencer health advice: fact vs fiction

Nov 3, 2026, 18:00 IST

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Smiling normally does not rule out stroke or facial palsy.

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Mahjong is becoming a growing social trend in India.

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Insulin resistance links belly fat, skin tags, and dark underarms.

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Instantly available food and rushed lifestyles have created serious health problems.

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Atom vibrations depend on temperature, not thoughts or moods.


Ayurveda vs allopathy: which should you trust?

Nov 3, 2026, 07:34 IST

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Some allopathic doctors prescribe yoga before medicines for high blood sugar.

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Ayurveda may resolve early arthritis within six months to three years.

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AIIMS’s Center for Integrated Medical Research published papers after eight years.

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Dr Devi Shetty says healing methods can work without established scientific evidence.

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Ayurveda’s foundational research is old, but remains based on human patients.


Protein, creatine and supplements: need or hype?

Nov 2, 2026, 20:00 IST

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Protein snacks should provide whey, milk, egg, soy, or blended plant proteins.

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Protein obsession is industry-fed; traditional wholesome foods sustained healthy humans.

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Uric acid is linked to glucose imbalance, not solely protein intake.

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Soya chunks are a vegetarian source of textured vegetable protein.

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Fat-soluble vitamins require blood tests because accumulation can cause toxicity.


10,000 steps, gym or weights: what fitness really works?

Nov 2, 2026, 10:21 IST

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Yoga and bodyweight exercises can build strength and compensate for muscle loss.

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Kapil Dev says gym workouts are unnecessary for staying fit.

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Women do not become masculine from strength training without hormone injections.

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Yoga meets 13 exercise parameters, including symmetry, biomechanics, and bioelectricity.

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The 10,000-step target originated as Japanese pedometer marketing, not a research threshold.


Addiction in Punjab and beyond: crack down or rehabilitate?

Nov 2, 2026, 10:00 IST

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Drugs reach Jammu and Kashmir through Punjab because of cross-border trafficking.

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Punjab’s drug-promoting factories should be shut and drug production monitored.

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Only 12 of every 1,000 Indian youths obtain permanent employment.

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Punjab reportedly has approximately one million people addicted to drugs.


Death: something to fear or a spiritual preparation for life’s purpose?

Oct 31, 2026, 18:00 IST

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The human soul predates the Puranas and Sanatan tradition.

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People should prepare for death while alive through good deeds and devotion.

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God will ask whether people were happy with the valuable life received.

Just For Fun

POV: You just turned 13 and suddenly your life is a slideshow of drama, memes, and 'did I really just mature?' moments. It's giving 'what is going on?' vibes.


Popular diet and health beliefs vs medical evidence (eggs & cholesterol, ghee, rice, fasting, supplements, detox)

Oct 30, 2026, 18:27 IST

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Melatonin regulates disrupted sleep rhythms rather than directly inducing sleep.

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Burning a biscuit cannot determine whether its ingredients are toxic.

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Intermittent fasting is unsuitable for people with sarcopenia, pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

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People with Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism should avoid cabbage and cruciferous vegetables.

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Skipping breakfast may increase gastric juices and contribute to gastritis, not directly cause ulcers.


Veg vs non-veg: is one really healthier?

Oct 30, 2026, 07:51 IST

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Ayurveda identifies six tastes: sweet, salty, sour, astringent, bitter, and pungent.

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Vegan food can include donuts, cheese, pizza, meat alternatives, and junk food.

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Non-vegetarian foods provide iron and vitamin B12.

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Animal foods, including milk, should be eliminated from diets.

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Excessive meat consumption is linked to temperamental, aggressive, and violent behavior.