What is it? How serious is it? – Firstpost

Team India were dealt an early blow on the first day of the fourth Test against England when Rishabh Pant had to leave the field after a painful hit to his right foot. On Wednesday (July 23), Chris Woakes bowled a fast yorker that slipped under Pant’s attempted no-look sweep and hit him squarely on the […]

Can sunbathing lead to brain haemorrhage? – Firstpost

Sunbathing for long proved costly for an elderly woman in China. The 67-year-old reportedly suffered a brain haemorrhage and slipped into a coma after sunbathing her back for two hours in intense summer heat. The incident has spread shockwaves across mainland China. While there are advantages of sunbathing, the exposure to the sun for long comes […]

How a day off from alcohol can transform your health – Firstpost

Alcohol has many negative effects on our health, some of which may surprise you. These include short-term impacts such as waking up with a pounding head or anxiety, to long-term effects including cancer. If you are thinking about taking some time off alcohol, you’ll find many quick wins and long-term gains for your health. How long […]

Why DIY skincare isn’t always safe – Firstpost

Scrolling through social media, it’s hard to miss influencers raiding the pantry for “natural” beauty fixes: baking-soda scrubs, garlic spot sticks, cayenne masks that promise to tighten pores and banish dullness. The appeal is obvious. Why pay for a dermatologist-tested cream when everyday ingredients come with antimicrobial or exfoliating properties? Yet what looks sensible in a […]

How diet, sleep and gut health impact GLP-1 and weight regulation – Firstpost

As GLP-1-based drugs like semaglutide gain popularity, new insights highlight how gut health, diet, protein, and sleep can naturally support GLP-1 hormone function. Firstpost presents expert views on how lifestyle changes can aid metabolic health and weight management. read more In recent years, GLP-1-based medications such as semaglutide and liraglutide have captured global attention for their […]

Is it healthier than high-fructose corn syrup? – Firstpost

Donald Trump’s long-standing love affair with Coca-Cola is no secret. During his first term, he reportedly downed up to a dozen cans of Diet Coke a day, even going so far as to install a red “Diet Coke button” on his desk to summon the drink on demand. But now, the US President Donald Trump is […]