Author: BharatSpeaks
दफ्तरों में घंटों बैठकर काम करना अब केवल थकान ही नहीं, बल्कि मधुमेह और चयापचय संबंधी बीमारियों का कारण भी माना जाने लगा है। ऐसे में स्टैंडिंग डेस्क यानी खड़े होकर काम करने वाले डेस्क को एक स्वास्थ्यवर्धक विकल्प के रूप में प्रचारित किया जा रहा है। लेकिन क्या केवल खड़े रहना ही ब्लड शुगर को नियंत्रित करने के लिए पर्याप्त है? विशेषज्ञों की राय इससे कुछ अलग है। अध्ययन क्या कहते हैं? वर्ष 2014 में हुए एक अध्ययन में पाया गया कि भोजन के बाद तीन घंटे खड़े रहने वालों की ब्लड शुगर स्पाइक लगभग 43% कम थी, तुलना…
For generations, boiling milk has been a daily ritual in Indian households—a symbol of purity, hygiene, and tradition. But as pasteurised, packaged milk becomes the norm in urban India, health experts are now urging consumers to reconsider this long-held habit. According to medical professionals and food safety authorities, boiling pasteurised milk may not only be redundant—it could actually reduce its nutritional value. Pasteurisation Is Already a Safety Net Pasteurisation, a century-old process named after French microbiologist Louis Pasteur, involves heating milk to a precise temperature—usually 72°C for 15 seconds—to eliminate harmful bacteria like E. coli, Listeria, and Salmonella. Most packaged…
In a country where “healthier” food labels are increasingly driving consumer choices, new concerns have emerged over the very products marketed as safe for blood sugar control. Multigrain breads and “zero maida” (refined flour–free) options, often considered healthy alternatives to white bread, are now under scrutiny from health experts and diabetologists. While these products are sold as guilt-free and diet-friendly, doctors warn they may be silently contributing to unexpected blood sugar spikes. The Multigrain Myth: All That Glitters Isn’t Whole Grain Despite clever branding, multigrain bread often contains refined flours made from several grains—but not necessarily whole grains. According to…
In a landmark healthcare initiative aimed at decentralizing oncology services, the Government of India has announced the establishment of over 200 Day Care Cancer Centres (DCCCs) across the country in FY 2025–26. The initiative is part of a broader three-year national cancer strategy, unveiled in the Union Budget, which seeks to bring accessible and affordable cancer treatment to every district. These DCCCs are designed to relieve the burden on tertiary hospitals, provide early diagnosis, and offer basic chemotherapy and follow-up services closer to home—especially in high-incidence and underserved regions. Targeting High-Burden Districts with Precision Planning According to the Ministry of…
In a milestone for artificial intelligence in healthcare, Microsoft has unveiled a powerful new AI system capable of diagnosing complex medical cases with a success rate significantly higher than that of experienced human doctors. The system, known as Microsoft AI Diagnostic Orchestrator (MAI‑DxO), demonstrated an 85.5% diagnostic accuracy on real-world case studies, far surpassing the 20% average success rate of 21 seasoned physicians from the U.S. and U.K. The doctors, for comparison, were evaluated without the support of books, peer consultations, or internet tools. A Multi-Model “Super Clinician” Unlike traditional AI tools, MAI‑DxO doesn’t rely on a single algorithm. Instead,…
Ocular cancer, though rare, can have devastating consequences if left undiagnosed. As awareness around cancers of the eye remains low in India, experts are urging the public to watch for subtle but potentially serious symptoms that could indicate early stages of the disease. According to a recent Times of India health feature, medical professionals have identified seven early warning signs of eye cancer that individuals should never ignore. From blurred vision to visible changes in the eye’s appearance, these signs—if detected early—can dramatically improve outcomes through timely diagnosis and treatment. When Vision Changes Signal Something More The eye is a…