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Every cup of coffee carries a fascinating history. In the 11th century, an Ethiopian goat herder from the Kaffa Mountains noticed his goats becoming unusually energetic after eating cherries. Boiling and drinking the seeds created the first coffee. Introduced to India by Arab traders, coffee later gained cultural prominence, even becoming a highlight at HYD.
The Andhra Pradesh Health Department has launched a new online IHIP link to control infectious diseases caused by dirty surroundings and polluted water. People can report symptoms, locations, and upload photos directly on the platform. This will help officials respond quickly, stop delays, and prevent the spread of diseases by taking timely action.
UTIs often rise in women during winter due to dehydration, delayed urination and reduced local immunity. Cold weather lowers water intake, weakens pelvic blood flow and encourages holding urine. Tight clothing, poorer hygiene, winter intimacy, hormonal changes and vitamin D deficiency further support bacterial growth, increasing infection risk.
During Sankranti in the Telugu states, villages come alive with traditional delicacies. Special flour-based treats like ariselu, pakundalu, sunnundalu, jantikalu, karambundi, karapusa, and bobbatlu delight everyone. Offerings include Pulihora, Garelu, and Payasam, while Kanuma is celebrated by presenting non-vegetarian dishes, keeping age-old customs alive.
Doctors say sudden heart attacks are increasing due to changing lifestyles and unhealthy habits. People who avoid regular exercise but suddenly perform heavy physical activity put excessive strain on the heart. Lack of sleep, excess alcohol, junk food, disrupted routines during holidays, and mental stress raise blood pressure and heart disease risk.
Retinal, a vitamin A derivative, is faster and more efficient than retinol, boosting collagen, smoothing fine lines, improving texture, and controlling acne. Unlike retinol, it needs fewer conversion steps, showing results sooner. Beginners should start slowly, use small amounts, moisturise well, avoid strong acids, and apply sunscreen, as overuse can cause irritation.
Eating a bowl of vegetable soup 15–20 minutes before meals can help reduce belly fat and overall weight. High in fiber, water, and nutrients, it increases satiety, controls portion sizes, improves insulin response, and prevents overeating. Made with seasonal vegetables, it’s low-calorie, nutritious, and supports gradual, sustainable fat loss.
Heart attack risk rises 20–40 percent in winter as cold constricts blood vessels, raises blood pressure and thickens blood. Experts warn even a one-degree drop can double risk. Swami Ramdev advises staying warm, eating healthy foods, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, practising yoga, exercising regularly, managing stress and getting routine health check-ups.
AIIMS neurologist Dr Priyanka Shehrawat warned that brain worm disease is not caused by cabbage alone. Parasite eggs from contaminated vegetables, soil, or undercooked pork can enter the body and lodge in the brain, causing inflammation, headaches, vomiting and dizziness. Proper washing, thorough cooking and avoiding raw and undercooked food prevent infection.
Antibiotic tablets cannot be used for all illnesses or every age group because they only treat bacterial infections, not viral conditions like colds or flu. Wrong use increases resistance, causes side effects, and may harm children, elderly people, or pregnant patients. Proper diagnosis, correct dosage, and medical supervision are essential to ensure safe.
Salt isn’t universally harmful, says cardiologist Dr Dmitry Yaranov, warning against blanket dietary advice. Sodium is essential for healthy people but dangerous for those with heart failure, resistant hypertension, kidney disease, cirrhosis, or older arteries. The key, he explains, is individual health context—salt becomes harmful only in the wrong physiolog.
A sudden decrease or complete loss of vision is called an eye stroke, often starting with shadows or spots in front of the eyes. It occurs when blood flow to the optic nerve is blocked. People over 50, especially with diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep issues, should seek timely treatment to prevent permanent blindness.
While blueberries are praised for antioxidants, guava far outshines them in vitamin C content. Experts note guava contains nearly 20 times more vitamin C than blueberries, along with fibre and essential minerals. Blueberries support brain and heart health, but for immunity and skin benefits, guava is the clear winner.
Neurosurgeon Dr. Puneet Kant Arora says early brain tumor symptoms include severe headaches, morning vomiting, fainting, memory and focus loss, speech and hearing issues, blurred vision, balance problems, mood swings, fatigue, and breathing difficulties. Timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.
A Vedic Vegetarian café run by Krishna devotees in Australia is capturing global attention for blending food with faith. Each dish is lovingly prepared, offered as Naivedyam to Radha Krishna, and served as Prasad. The cafe embodies Sanatana Dharma, turning dining into devotion and winning praise for sharing Indian culture abroad through simplicity.