Diet

Switching to a rich diet after eating a restricted one can decrease life expectancy, and have negative health effects, according to a study in fruit flies which says changing diet repeatedly or abruptly may be harmful. read more

It turns out that what works for the West may not work best for you. Gut bacteria varies from culture to culture, and scientists are only now unravelling the implications of this. read more

Overweight adults who follow the Mediterranean, intermittent fasting and paleo diet can help you lose weight among other health benefits. read more

The first study found that leaving high school was associated with a decrease of seven minutes per day of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. The decrease was larger for males than females. read more

When you’re asleep, the body needs to focus on rest and repair. In addition, your basal metabolic rate drops, further hampering digestion of food and absorption of nutrients. read more

A team of researchers has conducted a detailed study on how leaving school and getting a job can lead to a drop in the amount of physical activity while becoming a mother is linked to increased weight gain. read more

The National Award winner says she keeps her diet simple, fresh and wholesome, and de-stresses by spending time with her nephew and niece. read more

A recent study published in the Journal of Urology, researchers found that a low-fat diet may be associated with a small but significant reduction in testosterone. Here’s all you need to know. read more

A recent study states that the link between diet and mental health can be firmly established in certain cases like ketogenic diet, vitamin B12 deficiency among others. read more

The 41-year-old feels maintaining a strict fitness regime and diet pattern has helped her immensely, not just on a personal level, but on a professional level as well, and she feels that one’s diet is as important as his or her fitness regime. read more

Actor Tamannaah Bhatia entered the world of entertainment at the age of 15, and soon, fitness became a priority. The actor ensures she’s regular at it. read more

HTLS 2019: Dr David Ludwig and Dr Satchin Panda were in conversation with Sanchita Sharma, Editor - Health and Science, Hindustan Times at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. read more

In order to extract the maximum benefits, the diet pattern must be established earlier in life to improve health in old age and extend lifespan. read more

A common perception is that hearing loss is an inevitable part of the aging process. The benefits of adherence to healthful dietary patterns have been associated with numerous positive health outcomes. read more

“I try to be as healthy as possible. But the problem for me is that I’m a huge foodie,” says the model turned actor. Read on to find out how she maintains that model bod! read more