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Why Kidney Stones Are Striking Indians in Their 30s, and the Diet and Dehydration Link

The numbers have shifted, and urologists have noticedA 2022 study published in the Indian Journal of Urology found that nearly 12% of India's population will develop kidney stones at some point, with the incidence rising sharply among working-age adults between 25 and 45. The "stone belt", a geographic band running…

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8 Dietary Habits That Raise Your Risk of Kidney Stones, Ranked by How Common They Are in India

Not Drinking Enough WaterThe single most preventable cause of kidney stones is low urine output. When you do not drink enough water, urine becomes concentrated and minerals crystallise. The Indian Council of Medical Research recommends at least 2.5 to 3 litres of fluid per day for adults in tropical climates.…

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Five Salt Lakes and Flats Across India That Rival Sambhar and Rann of Kutch for Travel

Sambhar Lake, Rajasthan, India's Largest Inland Saline LakeMost Indian travellers who know Sambhar know it only as a name on a map between Jaipur and Ajmer. The lake itself, roughly 230 square kilometres at full spread, sits in a shallow basin that has been harvested for salt since at least…

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6 Foods Indians Eat Daily That Trigger Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammation and Joint Pain

Refined Sugar: The Chai Problem Nobody Talks AboutTwo teaspoons of sugar in the morning chai, two more in the afternoon cup, a mithai at the office, by evening, the average Indian has consumed enough refined sugar to meaningfully raise inflammatory markers. A 2014 analysis published in the American Journal of…

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‘Spectral lines’ and a giant plume: what science saw when the SpaceX rocket hit the moon

Sodium and lithium gas was detected in a plume thought to span tens of kilometres, created when part of a SpaceX rocket crashed into the lunar surface

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Indian Women Are Over-Cleansing Their Skin and Damaging Their Moisture Barrier Without Knowing It

The tightness you feel is damage, not cleanlinessThat squeaky-clean feeling after washing your face is your skin's acid mantle in distress. The acid mantle is a thin, slightly acidic film, pH between 4.5 and 5.5, that sits on the surface of healthy skin and keeps bacteria out and moisture in.…

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Report Argues Raising Potassium Belongs Alongside Cutting Sodium in Blood Pressure Advice

A new report argues potassium deserves equal emphasis with sodium reduction for blood pressure. Note the safety limits and who funded it.

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6 Common Stomach Cancer Risk Factors Found in Indian Kitchens and Daily Habits

The Salt in Your AchaarSalt is the oldest preservative in the Indian pantry, and achaar, papad, and salted dried fish are eaten across every region without a second thought. The problem is volume. A 2019 review published in the International Journal of Cancer found that high dietary salt intake is…

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US and Canada Heart Health Alert: Top experts say this one breakfast nutrient in cereal may help lower heart disease risk

Millions of people in the US and Canada eat cereal for breakfast, but experts say the choice may matter for heart health. Fiber, whole grains, added sugar, saturated fat and sodium could all play a role in choosing a breakfast that supports cardiovascular health, with experts highlighting what to look…

The Economic Times

You’re Probably Wasting Money On Electrolyte Drinks, So Here’s What Works Just As Well

Every time the weather gets hotter, electrolytes start dominating the discussion online. Recently, with so much extra focus on health, fitness, and aesthetics, electrolytes are being pushed even harder as the ultimate answer to maximum hydration. As essential as they are, you probably don’t need extra electrolytes, no matter how…

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The New Tylenol with Naproxen Tablet Is Not the Dose Most Coverage Reported, and That Distinction Matters

FDA approved the first OTC acetaminophen-naproxen combination pill. The label warns against pairing it with other acetaminophen products.

Medical Daily

How do instant heat packs work? A chemist explains

During these winter days, you might be fortunate enough to be skiing, or unfortunate enough to have an outdoor job. In both cases, you need to keep toasty, and sometimes wrapping yourself up in warm clothes doesn’t quite do the trick.

The Conversation

Business Brief (July 31): GPU Prices Spike as AI Demand Strains Supply

China denies reports of supplying missiles to Iran; EU issues preliminary anti-dumping ruling on Chinese sodium benzoate

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FDA Approves the First Over the Counter Tablet Combining Tylenol and Naproxen for 12 Hour Pain Relief

FDA-approved Tylenol with Naproxen, the first OTC combination of acetaminophen and naproxen sodium, for up to 12 hours of pain relief.

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Should you drink Philly’s tap water?

If you live in Philly and want to know information about your tap water quality, start with the latest consumer confidence report, which is required to be produced annually by every community water system in the country. Most people never read them, but the reports provide essential information about drinking…

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The New Tylenol and Naproxen Pill Creates Two Different Ways to Double Up by Accident

The FDA approved the first OTC acetaminophen and naproxen combination pill. It creates two separate ways to accidentally exceed a daily limit.

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Levothyroxine: Thyroid medication recalled across US due to low potency

Major Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling a number of Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets due to subpotency, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said. According to the government agency's Enforcement Report, the recall was initiated on July 13 and affects pills distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals and Cardinal Health. The recalled products…

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'Heavy duty' sachets could see cyclists close to maximum recommended intake without having consumed a meal – are electrolyte drinks worth their salt?

With heatwaves becoming ever more common, the importance of hydration creeps up the priorities list. But does this mean we need to add electrolytes, asks India Paine

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Researchers Audited 2,783 Toddler Food Products in Austin Stores and Found Four in Five Were Ultra-Processed

An audit of 2,783 toddler foods in 21 Austin stores found 81% ultra-processed and 49% failing a WHO nutrient standard. What parents can check.

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Five Years After the FDA Asked Companies to Cut Salt, New Products Are Not Getting Less Salty

Sodium in new packaged foods did not fall after the FDA's 2021 voluntary targets and rose in four categories, an early Johns Hopkins analysis found.

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7 Foods That Naturally Cleanse Your Kidneys Every Day

Your kidneys work around the clock, filtering nearly 50 gallons of blood every day to remove waste, balance fluids, and keep your body functioning properly. Yet most people don't think about their kidney health until a problem appears. The good news is that certain everyday foods contain nutrients that support…

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Amy's Kitchen Recalls 184,200 Cans of Organic Lentil Soup in 28 States Over a Pull Tab Defect

Amy's Kitchen recalled 184,200 cans of Organic Lentil Light in Sodium soup in 28 states. Check lot 60D0924 and best-by April 2027.

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What to Eat Before and After a Morning Workout for Muscle Recovery and Maximum Nutrition

Why the Pre-Workout Meal Is the One Most Indians SkipTraining on a completely empty stomach sounds disciplined. For most people, it produces a sluggish session, elevated cortisol, and muscle breakdown the body cannot repair quickly. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found…

The Economic Times

US scientists poured 16,500 gallons of lye & bright pink dye into Gulf of Maine in first-of-its-kind 2025 experiment. Surprising reason has everything to do with climate change

Scientists conducted an ocean alkalinity enhancement experiment in the Gulf of Maine. Diluted lye was released to increase the ocean's carbon dioxide absorption capacity. Bright pink dye helped track the treated seawater's movement and dispersion. This trial aimed to gather real-world data on the carbon removal strategy. The experiment sought…

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