Modern society presents us with an endless buffet of instant rewards that our ancestors never encountered. From social media notifications and streaming platforms to fast food and online shopping, these stimuli continuously activate our brain’s reward pathways in ways that can fundamentally alter how we experience pleasure, focus, and motivation. Understanding the Brain’s Reward System…
A recent study reveals that habitual chewing tobacco use increases the risk of mouth cancer more than smoking. This article examines study details, explains how chewing tobacco damages oral tissues, includes expert insights, and discusses public health implications and prevention strategies. Oral cancer claims hundreds of thousands of lives each year, and while smoking has…
Sedentary habits are creating a hidden health crisis among today’s teenagers. From poor posture and obesity to anxiety and low energy, the risks are growing. This article explores how inactivity is harming teen health and offers practical ways to encourage movement, balance, and long-term well-being. The AIIMS ICMR Study Findings A comprehensive two-year research project…
Health insurance renewals in India have reached unprecedented persistency levels in FY26, marking a significant transformation in how consumers view and engage with health coverage. The number of policy persistencies has surged by approximately 400 basis points, while gross written premium persistency has climbed even more dramatically by nearly 700 basis points. This represents a…
The Modern Epidemic of Missing Out Fear of Missing Out, commonly known as FOMO, has evolved from a casual phrase into one of the most influential psychological forces shaping our modern world. This phenomenon, first introduced in 2004 and gaining widespread recognition since 2010, describes the persistent anxiety that others might be experiencing rewarding situations…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s launch of the “Swastha Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan” on September 17, 2025, coinciding with his seventy-fifth birthday, marks a landmark moment in India’s health landscape. Designed as the nation’s largest women and child health outreach campaign, this initiative promises accessible screening and preventive care for women and adolescent girls across every…
Work is a major part of most adult lives. For many people, the workplace can be a source of purpose, community, financial stability, and growth. But when conditions are poor, work can also be a major source of stress, mental health decline, burnout, turnover, and even serious harm. As a Workplace Mental Health Strategist, my…
Food security means that everyone, at all times, has physical and economic access to enough safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Today, that ideal is under pressure from three overlapping problems: violent conflict, a warming and more volatile climate, and increasingly fragile supply…
Living a long, healthy life is a goal many aspire to achieve. While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices have a significant impact on our healthspan, the period of life spent in good health. Biohacking, a term that encompasses various strategies to optimize health and well-being, offers practical approaches to enhance longevity. Understanding Biohacking Biohacking…
Health isn’t just not being sick. At its core, it’s a full and balanced state where your body, mind, and environment come together in harmony. Let’s explore this idea more deeply, with data, stories, and practical steps. What Does “Health” Really Mean? 1. Health as More Than the Absence of Illness Since 1948, the World…
