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India is sunny, but studies report low vitamin D in 30 to 91 percent of adults and up to 100 percent of schoolchildren in some surveys. A review in the Indian Journal of Medical Research explains why, and what helps. Here is the simple, safe version.
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Does intermittent fasting really work? Harvard Health and a review of 130 trials suggest it can help adults with overweight lose some weight, but it is no better than ordinary calorie control, the trials were short and small, and some people should avoid it.
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How much screen time is too much for children? The WHO says none for under-2s and no more than one hour a day for ages 2 to 4, with plenty of play and sleep. The NHS says older children need at least 60 minutes of activity a day. Here is a practical family plan.
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How much sugar is too much? The NHS limit for adults is about 30 grams of free sugars a day, around seven cubes, and the WHO says to stay below 10 percent of your energy. Here is where hidden sugar lives and seven easy swaps.
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Is your fifth cup of chai a problem? The US FDA says up to about 400 mg of caffeine a day is not generally linked to harm for healthy adults. Here is how much caffeine is in tea, coffee and energy drinks, the warning signs of too much, and who should limit it.
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Sitting for hours is linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and weight gain, even if you exercise. The NHS and the WHO say to sit less and move more. Here are simple stretch breaks you can do at your desk without any equipment.
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Burning, dry or blurry eyes after a long day on screens are common. Eye doctors suggest the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Here are six easy fixes and when to see a doctor.
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Most adults eat about 20 grams of fibre a day, against a target of about 30 grams, says the NHS. Fibre supports digestion and is linked to a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Here are easy Indian swaps to eat more.
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Feeling stressed at work or study? The NHS describes a simple five-minute breathing exercise: breathe in through your nose into your belly, out through your mouth, and count to five. Here are the steps, other easy stress tips and where to find help in India.
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The WHO estimates that unsafe food made about 866 million people ill in 2021. At festive time, with large meals and leftovers, a few habits help: wash hands for 20 seconds, keep raw and cooked food apart, cook thoroughly and do not leave food out for more than two hours.
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What makes a tiffin healthy? The NHS Eatwell Guide and the WHO point to plenty of vegetables and fruit, whole grains, some protein, and less salt, sugar and fried snacks. Here is a simple plan and ten tiffin ideas for school and office.
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Do you really need eight glasses of water a day? The NHS says 6 to 8 cups or glasses of fluid is a good guide, and tea, coffee and milk count too. Here is how to check you are drinking enough, and when you need more.
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