Dr Amreen Sheikh, Chief Dietitian, KIMS Hospitals, explained the timing to eat banana is based on what the body needs at that moment. She suggested to eat banana before workout for quick energy, or one could have it post-dinner to curb cravings. However, adding a fast-digesting fruit after dinner can cause bloating or slight discomfort in some individuals.
A study by University of California suggested that soybean oil may contribute to obesity. The researchers found that mice, which were fed a high-fat diet rich in soybean oil, put on substantial weight due to linoleic acid that is broken down into oxylipins, which can trigger fat buildup. Genetically engineered mice, which processed linoleic acid differently, didn't gain weight.
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Consultant dietitian Kanikka Malhotra said 'chewing' water, which means taking small sips and moving the water slowly in mouth before swallowing, promotes saliva production and signals the digestive system to prepare for food. This may improve digestion and reduce acidity, Malhotra added. Chewing water lets saliva mix with it, which activates digestive enzymes, said Dr Archana S.
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A Clinical Kidney Journal study of 182 advanced chronic kidney disease(CKD) patients found that those who followed a moderate low-protein diet (0.6-0.7 g/kg/day) had a far slower decline in kidney function and sharply lower risks-84% less need for dialysis and 78% lower mortality. Findings highlight the strong protective impact of dietary protein restriction.
Self-medicating with leftover antibiotics is making pneumonia harder to treat, warned Dr Sarat CV Talluri. Early symptoms often resemble minor infections, leading many to misuse or stop antibiotics midway, causing resistant bacteria to thrive. He stressed proper diagnosis, completing prescriptions, and avoiding antibiotics for viral illnesses to protect individual and community health.
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For World AIDS Day 2025, Infectious Disease Specialist Dr Kirti Sabnis highlighted the myths, stigma, and challenges people with HIV still face. She stressed early diagnosis, modern treatment, and compassionate care as key to a stigma-free society. Dr Sabnis also urged greater awareness, testing, and community support to build an inclusive environment for all.
A major NEJM-Evidence meta-analysis of 17,801 patients found that beta-blockers offer no benefit after myocardial infarction in people with preserved ejection fraction (at least 50%) and no other indication. Rates of death, MI, and heart failure were unchanged, suggesting routine post-MI beta-blocker use in this group should be reconsidered.
A large Swedish study of over 160,000 patients found that diabetes type 1, significantly increases the risk of complications after coronary stent implantation. Stent narrowing and clotting were most common in the first months. Researchers say treatment and follow-up must be tailored for diabetic patients to reduce early stent failure.
Garima, certified dietitian says that emerging evidence suggests that replacing high-glycaemic, processed foods with fibre-rich whole grains, vegetables, legumes and lean protein can improve glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Incorporating these foods into the diet, along with regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight, can help reduce the risk of insulin resistance.
