Health

FACT CHECK: Does sugar affect children’s mood and behaviour?
FACT CHECK: Does sugar affect children’s mood and behaviour?

A viral reel blames sugar for tantrums and stubbornness, but does science really support the gut–behaviour link?

By Sakshi Srivastava
Just one week off social media could improve your mental health
Just one week off social media could improve your mental health

Studies also show that excessive social media use may affect children’s concentration and attention over time

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham
From silence to strength: Women breaking the stigma around mental health
From silence to strength: Women breaking the stigma around mental health

This Women’s Day, the focus is shifting toward open conversations, self-care, and building supportive communities for women’s emotional well-being

By Tisha Elizabeth Jacob
International Women's Day 2026: Neurologist explains 10 ways to protect the female brain at every age

Science of Staying Well

International Women's Day 2026: Neurologist explains 10 ways to protect the female brain at every age

This Women’s Day, explore how hormones, lifestyle, and social factors influence women’s brain health—and the simple habits that can protect it

By Prof Dr. Sudhir Kumar