Cardiac arrest is a sudden and often fatal condition that occurs when the heart abruptly stops beating due to a disruption in its electrical signals. This immediately halts blood flow to the brain and other organs. According to Medical News Today, without immediate medical intervention, death can occur within minutes. The survival rate for out-of-hospital…
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade | Photo Credit: Pexels Lemons, with their bright yellow hue and tart flavour, are a staple of cuisines and households around the world. From culinary dishes and refreshing beverages to cleaning products and medicinal uses, lemons have definitely earned a special place in human history. From continents to…
Georgia Gardiner, a bright 28-year-old mother from Leeds, started experiencing constant nausea, stomach cramps, and a total loss of appetite last summer. Doctors initially put her symptoms down to acid reflux and prescribed her antacids. But the severity of her condition kept getting worse; she lost almost three stone in a matter of months and…
Paula Hurd and Bill Gates have attended various elite gatherings, including Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s engagement party in August 2023 The woman everyone’s curious about ever since she stepped into the spotlight as Bill Gates’s girlfriend. But here’s the thing: she’s way more than just a billionaire’s plus one. From climbing the corporate ladder…
Amsavalli Bhavan in Madurai is among the oldest restaurants in the city. | Photo Credit: MOORTHY G It is not yet 9am when a man arrives at Amsavalli carrying a steel thookuvali and a cloth bag. The hum of workers getting the parcel counter ready fills the air, and he waits patiently as uthappams and…
Liver diseases are increasing globally, marked by conditions like NAFLD, hepatitis, and cirrhosis, leading to a surge in liver-related deaths. Early detection is crucial due to the silent progression of these diseases. Key warning signs include vomiting blood, difficulty breathing, dark stools, confusion, drowsiness, and jaundice, all requiring immediate medical attention to prevent severe complications….
Your brain loves new things. Novelty challenges the brain. Learning something new, such as a language or musical instrument, forces the brain to process and store new information. This practice will create fresh neural pathways. A 2014studyin older adults found that learning a new and cognitively demanding skill, such as quilting or photography, boosted their…
An assortment of popular dishes at Madurai Kullappa Mess | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Now, find the flavours of Madurai in the heart of Chennai. At Madurai Kullappa Mess, the menu is built around meat: ghee mutton chukka, brain masala, liver fry, and head and trotters curry. However, it is the seafood here that seems…
Donating blood is a safe way to help those in need, but it can cause side effects like fatigue and anemia. To minimise risks, it’s crucial to fuel your body with the right foods and drinks before and after donation. Staying hydrated and consuming iron-rich foods can help reduce the likelihood of side effects. By…
Vitamin D, also called the sunshine vitamin, is important for the proper functioning of the body. From bone health to mood regulation, Vitamin D helps in all this and much more. However, considering the poor food choices most people make and the lack of exposure to sunlight regularly– many across the world suffer from vitamin…
