Author: BharatSpeaks
भारत में नवरात्रि को देवी दुर्गा की उपासना और धार्मिक अनुष्ठानों से जोड़ा जाता है। लेकिन इसके पीछे स्वास्थ्य, ऋतु परिवर्तन और मानसिक संतुलन से जुड़ी वैज्ञानिक व्याख्याएँ भी मौजूद हैं। त्योहार केवल भक्ति नहीं, बल्कि शरीर और मन को पुनर्संतुलित करने की परंपरा है। उपवास : शरीर को विश्राम और शुद्धि नवरात्रि के दौरान लोग प्रायः सात्विक और हल्का भोजन करते हैं — फल, दूध, साबूदाना या कुट्टू जैसे खाद्य पदार्थ। यह पचने में आसान होता है और पाचन तंत्र को विश्राम देता है।आधुनिक पोषण विज्ञान के नज़रिए से यह इंटरमिटेंट फास्टिंग जैसा है, जिससे मेटाबॉलिज़्म सुधरता है, ऊर्जा…
Across India, autumn brings two closely related but culturally distinct celebrations: Navratri, a nine-night festival of the divine feminine, and Durga Puja, a grand public worship of Goddess Durga. Though they share foundational stories and symbolism, their rituals, regional expressions, and communal energies diverge in fascinating ways. A Tale of Two Tales At a glance, Navratri and Durga Puja appear to be the same story retold — the worship of the goddess Durga over nine nights. But their manifestations differ significantly. Navratri (literally “nine nights”) is observed in many parts of India, emphasizing fasting, dance, and spiritual rejuvenation. Durga Puja,…
When former President Barack Obama met a 102-year-old woman in Erie, Pennsylvania, her reply to his question about the secret to long life was disarmingly simple. The exchange, captured on video, has since gone viral, offering both humor and insight into how modest habits can shape the arc of a century-long life. A Meeting That Went Viral The moment unfolded during Obama’s visit to Erie, where he was greeted by Susan, a local resident who has lived through more than a century of American history. In a widely shared clip, the former president leans in warmly and says: “Susan, I…
दुनियाभर की रसोइयों में पनीर स्वाद और पोषण का प्रमुख हिस्सा है। लेकिन विशेषज्ञ चेतावनी दे रहे हैं कि कुछ किस्में, जिनमें संतृप्त वसा और नमक अधिक होता है, धीरे-धीरे हृदय स्वास्थ्य को नुकसान पहुँचा सकती हैं। स्वादिष्ट लेकिन जोखिम भरा पनीर अक्सर आराम और आनंद का प्रतीक माना जाता है। लेकिन पोषण विशेषज्ञ सलाह देते हैं कि उच्च कोलेस्ट्रॉल वाले लोगों या जिनके परिवार में हृदय रोग का इतिहास है, उन्हें इसकी कुछ किस्मों से बचना चाहिए। विशेषज्ञ बताते हैं कि फुल-फैट और प्रोसेस्ड पनीर में संतृप्त वसा और सोडियम की मात्रा अधिक होती है। यह “खराब कोलेस्ट्रॉल” (LDL)…
Dr. John Scharffenberg has lived a century, outlasting two of his brothers and watching generations chase miracle cures for longer life. His advice, however, is neither radical nor expensive: walk, stretch, or move — but do it every single day. A Century of Perspective From his home in California, Dr. Scharffenberg, a preventive medicine specialist, has distilled decades of clinical practice and personal experience into one guiding principle: longevity is built on daily activity. In a recent video shared by LongevityXlab, he said plainly, “We need to exercise every day. That’s very important.” For him, each day of movement is…
The Top Ten healthcare and global health news summaries on Bharat Speaks bring you the most important national and international developments, curated with clarity and depth. From health and policy to technology and global affairs, we cover what matters most. Stay informed, stay aware, and stay safe with Bharat Speaks. 1. Denied, Delayed, Dismissed: The Crisis in India’s Health Insurance SystemIndia’s health insurance framework remains plagued by delays, denials, and dismissals of claims, leaving patients vulnerable despite rising medical costs. Complex procedures, loopholes, and lack of accountability have created widespread distrust, exposing the urgent need for systemic reforms to ensure…