Author: Deshwale Health Desk

Most of us think our stomach only works when there is food inside it. Between meals, we assume it simply rests, waiting for the next plate to arrive. The truth is far more interesting. Your gut has its own quiet shift schedule, and it clocks in roughly every 90 minutes, whether you have eaten anything or not. This process is called the migrating motor complex, or MMC for short. It was first described by a researcher named Dr. Szurszewski back in 1968, and doctors often call it the gut’s “interdigestive housekeeper.” The name fits well, because that is essentially its…

You touch your own hand. It feels warm. But somehow, it still feels like ice to you. Sounds confusing, right? It turns out your brain might be playing tricks on you, and the real reason has almost nothing to do with poor circulation, which is what most people blame first. According to Dr Divya Gopal, additional director of internal medicine at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, cold hands and feet are rarely just about blood flow. Several everyday body processes can be behind it, and some of them have nothing to do with temperature at all. When your nerves send…

दादी-नानी से लेकर सोशल मीडिया तक, एक बात हमेशा सुनने को मिलती है रात में फल मत खाओ, वजन बढ़ जाएगा। यह धारणा इतनी गहरी है कि बहुत से लोग शाम ढलते ही फल की प्लेट दूर रख देते हैं। लेकिन क्या विज्ञान भी यही कहता है, या यह सिर्फ एक पुरानी सोच है जो बिना जांचे-परखे चलती आ रही है। इस सवाल का जवाब जानने के लिए डॉक्टर ज़ेनिथ सिनोजिया से बात की गई, जो जनरल मेडिसिन में डीएनबी हैं और क्रिटिकल केयर, मोटापा तथा टाइप 2 डायबिटीज़ के विशेषज्ञ के तौर पर राजकोट के स्टर्लिंग अस्पताल में प्रैक्टिस…

Think about the last time you called your parents. You probably asked if they had eaten. But did you ever ask who they ate with? For a lot of Indian families today, the answer is nobody. Children move to cities for work, sometimes abroad, and parents stay back in a house that used to be full of noise. The phone calls happen every day. The meals, most days, happen alone. New research suggests this small, easy-to-miss detail might matter more than we think. It’s not just about loneliness anymore. Scientists are now looking at whether eating alone regularly could actually…

New Delhi | August 24, 2026: The Shri Aggarwal Digambar Jain Panchayat, Najafgarh, felicitated Dr Ashar Agarwal, Chief Business Officer at Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital. The felicitation took place at the hospital’s newly opened Najafgarh facility. The event recognised Dr Ashar Agarwal’s professional achievements and contribution to eye care. It also marked the hospital’s continued expansion across Delhi-NCR. Bringing Eye Care Closer to Najafgarh Residents of Najafgarh have often travelled to other parts of Delhi for specialised eye care. Dwarka has been one of the key destinations for consultations and treatment. The new Najafgarh facility aims to change that. Residents…

Mumbai, August 20, 2026: Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital has launched a dedicated Cancer Helpline to help patients and their families navigate the challenges that can follow a cancer diagnosis. Available through Call and WhatsApp at +91 82911 70000, the helpline will provide timely guidance, support and direction at different stages of the cancer care journey. A cancer diagnosis can bring uncertainty for both patients and caregivers. Questions about treatment options, choosing the right specialist, nutrition, emotional well-being and the next steps in care can arise at the same time. Nanavati Max’s new helpline aims to provide a single point…

Have you ever wondered why your eyelid suddenly twitches during a busy week, or why you jerk awake just as you drift off? While these everyday bodily reactions feel random, inconvenient, or downright bizarre, they are actually precise physiological adaptations. Your nervous system is constantly making microscopic adjustments to protect you, regulate internal temperature, and keep you operating safely. Here is the scientific reality behind 10 common body quirks: Subscribe Deshwale on YouTube Join Our Whatsapp Group

Our modern society is probably one of the most health-conscious societies to ever exist. When it comes to physical health, we take care of almost everything, such as our fibre intake, protein intake, hygiene, exercise and sleep. We make sure our bodies are taken care of. But although this is good, how many of us actually take care of our own mental health? If we were to ask people about their nightly routine, I believe many would admit that they go to bed feeling restless or caught up in overthinking. But I am going to discuss five easy-to-follow habits you…

By: Pratyush Bardoliwala Ever felt tired right after waking up, even after sleeping for 10 hours? You are not alone. Waking up feeling exhausted despite getting plenty of sleep can be frustrating. It can leave you wondering: if you slept for so long, why do you still feel tired? The answer is not always about the number of hours you spend in bed. Sleep quality, your sleep schedule and what happens during the night can all affect how you feel when you wake up. One possible reason is a phenomenon known as sleep inertia. Sleep inertia is the temporary period…

By: Pratyush Bardoliwala We all spend time planning our schedules, scrolling through social media and keeping up with our daily responsibilities. But when was the last time you truly thought about your health? Being healthy is not just about avoiding illness. It is about having the energy to enjoy life, staying mentally sharp, sleeping well and reducing your risk of future health problems. The good news is that you do not need expensive diets or complicated fitness routines to live a healthier life. Often, it is the small habits you practise every day that have the biggest impact over time.…