Dr Vinay Samuel Gaikwad In the race to keep up with city life, many of us are paying a steep price — one we don’t recognise on a daily basis. Discussions about cancer tend to focus on genetics, on lifestyle factors like smoking or poor diet, and on environmental pollution. Yet one silent, and sometimes deadly, […]Read More
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Team L&M Across India, from metros to small towns, a quiet change is taking place in the way many young people think about food. Many of them are turning to eating vegan, avoiding animal products like meat, fish, eggs, milk, curd, paneer, butter, and ghee. Instead, the focus is on eating grains, pulses, fruits, vegetables, […]Read More
Dr Mohammed Ashraf C In India, fertility is still a subject discussed mostly after marriage. But is that the right approach? Unfortunately, couples who struggle to conceive often face blame, delays in diagnosis, and emotional distress. The truth is that fertility isn’t just about age or timing—it’s influenced by several factors in both men and […]Read More
Team L&M h the arrival of the monsoon, the risk of infectious diseases climbs sharply. In Mumbai, health authorities have reported a notable increase in vector-borne illnesses such as dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. Adding to the concern, cases of leptospirosis—a bacterial infection linked to flooding and waterlogging—have also surged this season. Over the past few […]Read More
Team L&M In a landmark move for Ayurveda and preventive healthcare, Ayurveda reformer Acharya Manish Ji has unveiled the Pet–Yakrit–Pleeha Shuddhi Kit, India’s first integrative detox protocol designed to cleanse the gut (pet), liver (yakrit), and spleen (pleeha) together. For decades, both Ayurveda and modern science have pointed to one undeniable truth: most chronic diseases […]Read More
Team L&M India is cementing its status as a top global destination for medical tourists, combining high-quality treatments with significant cost savings. As of 2025, the industry is valued at $18.2 billion and is projected to hit $58.2 billion by 2035, growing at nearly 12–13% annually. In 2024 alone, over 460,000 medical visas were issued, […]Read More
Mallika Timblo When it comes to reproductive health in India, there’s one metric that dominates every consultation: weight. It’s often the first thing noted, the first thing blamed, and far too often the only thing discussed. Whether it’s irregular periods, PCOS, infertility, or perimenopause, the advice rarely varies: “Just lose weight.” But what if weight […]Read More
Team L&M August marks Gastroparesis Awareness Month. It is important to raise awareness about this lesser-known digestive disorder that affects many but goes undiagnosed. Gastroparesis, or delayed stomach emptying, can severely impact quality of life by causing constant bloating, nausea, early fullness, and nutritional deficiencies. These symptoms are neglected by labeling them as acidity or indigestion, […]Read More
Dr Nitin Bomanwar In India, cancers of the head and neck are among the most frequently diagnosed cancers — especially in men. These cancers include those of the oral cavity, throat, larynx, nasal passages, and salivary glands. Many of them develop slowly, and the early signs often go unnoticed. But the encouraging truth is this: […]Read More
Dr Dinesh Raj Chest discomfort is among the most commonly reported symptoms in emergency departments worldwide, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood problem. For many, the sensation is attributed to acidity, gas, anxiety, or fatigue—common occurrences in a fast-paced, sleep-deprived, and often sedentary lifestyle. However, what may seem minor or routine could, in […]Read More