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Why a 10-Hour Window Beats a Strict 16-Hour Fast

Why a 10-Hour Window Beats a Strict 16-Hour Fast

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4 min readNew DelhiApr 17, 2026 11:00 PM IST Quashing popular opinion, nutritionist Amita Gadre recently stated that intermittent fasting is not a “stopgap” measure for weight loss. “Intermittent fasting, or the big notion, is that it is just skipping meals. It isn’t. It’s eating in a restricted manner. It is eating in a timely window, but you still need to be eating well and meeting all of your requirements,” Gadre noted in an Instagram post. She continued, “If you are looking at intermittent fasting as a stopgap to lose 5 kgs and get back to your old habits, please don’t. You are not doing yourself any favour. You are actually going to make it worse because the next time, you will find that you are losing less weight and regaining more. You will end up stuck in a yo-yo dieting situation, and that’s not a healthy place to be.” DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine. …

Are Rice Flour Momos the Perfect Light Evening Meal?

Are Rice Flour Momos the Perfect Light Evening Meal?

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3 min readNew DelhiApr 17, 2026 12:00 AM IST Archana Puran Singh, 63, who is currently at an Ayurvedic retreat in Bengaluru, gave a glimpse of her simple food, in which she can be seen indulging in rice-flour momos with soy filling. “Evening snack”, she wrote on her Instagram Stories. In another Instagram Story, she shared the morning view. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine. Taking a leaf out of her wellness diary, we asked an expert about consuming rice flour at night. Dt Amreen Sheikh, chief dietitian at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, said rice flour snacks can be a light, easy-to-digest choice, especially in the evening when digestion naturally slows. “Compared to deep-fried or packaged snacks, they usually have fewer additives and are easier on the stomach. They provide quick energy since rice is a simple carbohydrate, but they may not keep someone full for long unless paired with some protein or healthy fats,” said Sheikh. …

Saif Ali Khan at 55 shares how a balanced diet and skincare help him stay youthful: ‘You have to sleep well, eat well…’

Saif Ali Khan at 55 shares how a balanced diet and skincare help him stay youthful: ‘You have to sleep well, eat well…’

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Saif Ali Khan recently opened up about the secrets behind his youthful appearance and well-maintained skin in his 50s, offering a glimpse into the holistic approach he follows to stay fit, healthy, and glowing. In a March 6 podcast with sister Soha Ali Khan on her YouTube channel, the actor revealed that looking good is not just about skincare, it’s a combination of good sleep, balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and mindful living. (Also read: Sania Mirza follows a ‘protein-heavy diet, walks 5–7 km daily’; shares her fitness and skincare routine after retirement ) Saif Ali Khan discusses skincare and healthy living for a youthful appearance at 50. How Saif Ali Khan maintains his health and glow at 55 The actor explained that maintaining a healthy lifestyle involves proper sleep, a balanced diet, and regular exercise. “It’s a holistic thing, you have to sleep well, eat well, especially at my age, and exercise. Every little thing shows up on your face. To look good, you also have to behave well,” he said. When asked specifically about …

Nutritionist explains why calorie-deficit diets can backfire with PCOS: ‘Please stop dieting if you have PCOS’

Nutritionist explains why calorie-deficit diets can backfire with PCOS: ‘Please stop dieting if you have PCOS’

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PCOS often comes with frustrating symptoms – from hormonal imbalances to stubborn weight gain – pushing many women to turn to strict dieting in hopes of regaining control. But if “dieting” simply means drastically cutting calories and depriving yourself of food, you may be doing more harm than good. When it comes to PCOS, the goal is not to eat less, but to eat smarter. Try out Khushi’s recommendations if you have PCOS! (Unsplash) Also Read | Nutritionist shares best iron-rich food source and explains how to consume it: ‘More iron than a bowl of spinach…’ Khushi Chhabra, a holistic health nutritionist and wellness content creator, has highlighted why starving yourself in the name of dieting can be counterproductive when you have PCOS – and why a hormone-focused approach is far more effective. In an Instagram video shared on February 17, the nutritionist outlines practical diet tips for achieving balanced nutrition with PCOS, focusing on strategies that nourish the body and support healthy hormone function. Dieting and PCOS According to Khushi, if you have PCOS …

Did Unchecked Junk Food Consumption Kill UP Girl? AIIMS Doctor Says… | India News

Did Unchecked Junk Food Consumption Kill UP Girl? AIIMS Doctor Says… | India News

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Last Updated:December 24, 2025, 20:05 IST The deceased girl’s family said she had been consuming junk and fast food regularly since childhood and showed little interest in home-cooked meals The deceased, identified as Ahana, was a resident of the Afghanan area of Amroha. (News18 Hindi) The death of a Class 11 student from Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha district has triggered a wider debate on the health risks associated with excessive consumption of junk and fast food. The girl’s family alleged that her fondness for foods such as pizza, pasta and instant noodles led to severe intestinal damage, eventually resulting in her death. The deceased, identified as Ahana, was a resident of the Afghanan area of Amroha. Her family said she had been consuming junk and fast food regularly since childhood and showed little interest in home-cooked meals. According to them, she fell seriously ill in November and was first taken to a hospital in Moradabad, where doctors reportedly told the family that her intestines had adhered to each other and developed perforations. As her condition worsened, …