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In a world where facts are often lost in the noise of fiction, this is a space for what truly matters in raising a healthy, happy child. From trusted news and research to practical parenting tips, health, nutrition and education advice — all curated with Indian families in mind.
Sugar-Free Miithai: Is It Really A Healthier Choice This Festive Season Or Are We Fooling Ourselves ?
From Diwali boxes labelled “diabetes-friendly” to stevia-sweetened desserts, the market for sugar-free sweets is growing. But removing sugar does not necessarily remove calories, carbohydrates or the need for portion control. Here is what consumers should know.
Read full storySugar-Free Mithai: Is It Really Healthier Than Traditional Sweets? Nutritionist Ishi Khosla Answers
Some people worry about how certain non-sugar sweeteners may affect the gut microbiome and metabolic health. We need to distinguish between different sweeteners rather than treating them all as the same.
Fearing Overindulgence This Diwali? Here’s How to Get Your Diet Back on Track
From fasting and eating more fibre to restoring meal timings, nutritionist Ishi Khosla explains how to approach post-festival eating, while Endocrinologist Dr Ambrish Mittal advises moderation, exercise and hydration.
Festive Mithai, Made Healthier: 4 Dietitian-Approved Dessert Recipes To Try This Diwali
Indian celebrations and sweets go hand in hand, and having diabetes shouldn't mean missing out on the festive joy. Dietitian Kanika Malhotra shares a few diabetes-friendly recipes so you can celebrate with a little more thought about what goes on your plate.
Daily Discoveries
New articles and insights for curious parents
UPFs May Shape Children’s Brain Responses To Food, Study Finds; Calls Grow For Curbs On Advertising In India
How AI, nanotechnology and personalised therapies are changing the future of cancer treatment
Seven Common Myths About Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer in India: Why Younger Women Must Pay Attention
Breast cancer in India: Why early diagnosis remains a critical challenge
FSSAI proposes ban on added sugars in infant foods for babies up to six months, activists say increase to older age group as well
From obesity to nuclear conflict and AI use: 17 threats that could shape humanity’s future, warns Lancet Commission
When Allergies Became My Voice: A Young Girl’s Struggle with Mental Health and the Pressure to Fit In
Beyond Kota: The Dreams I Lost and the Mental Health Lessons I Carried Home
Odisha wants to catch children’s mental-health struggles before they become a crisis
Toddler Tears And Meltdowns During Supermarket Trips-Parenting Guide
Seven Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
This Diwali, Can You Have Your Mithai Or Go For SugarFree Versions
Episode 6
Can sugar-free sweets spike blood sugar in diabetics? Dr. Ambrish Mithal explains what to watch out for in the festive season
Conversations with experts, educators, and parents.
"Packaged products may list the sweeteners used and their nutritional content, but consumers still have to rely on the accuracy of that information. With traditional mithai, especially sweets sold loose during festivals, we often have no reliable information about the ingredients, the type and quantity of sweeteners used, or the calorie content. Even if a sweet is genuinely sugar-free, it doesn't mean it is low in calories or will not affect blood glucose. "
— Dr. Ambrish Mithal Group Chairman - Endocrinology & Diabetology, Max Healthcare
From the Blog
Between Kulfi and Karela: The Food Battles of Living with Two Diabetic Parents
Two diabetic parents, two opposing food habits and one daughter caught in between. As age, illness and nutritional needs complicate every meal, keeping them healthy without taking away the joy of eating becomes a daily negotiation.
The trauma of cancer is bad enough. Finding a doctor you can trust can be harder
From conflicting advice on chemotherapy to pressure for another operation, a son recounts the emotional toll of navigating cancer care — and the relief of finally finding a doctor who put her mother at ease.
More Than Ten Years After Breast Cancer, Life Is Different. But It Is Still Beautiful.
A breast is not simply a part of the body. For many women, it is connected to femininity, sexuality, intimacy, and the way they have always recognised themselves in the mirror. Losing one can make you feel unfamiliar to yourself.
I Taught My Children Boundaries. I’m Still Not Sure If I Taught Them Enough.
We are raising children in a time when we are more conscious of bullying, inappropriate behaviour, peer pressure, and emotional manipulation. We want our children to have a voice. We don't want them to become people-pleasers. But the problem is, no matter how hard you try to go by the book, you can't always say the right sentences at the right time. No matter how empowered and righteous you sound, it takes more than that.
More Interviews
Breast Cancer in India: 6 in 10 Patients Diagnosed at an Advanced Stage, Says Dr Atul Batra
"When breast cancer is detected at stage I and treated appropriately, the chances of cure are very high. In some cases, the likelihood of cure can be around 95%. Many patients with intermediate-stage disease can also be treated successfully. The situation is different when the cancer has spread to organs such as the liver or lungs. Stage IV breast cancer is generally not considered curable, but it is treatable. Some patients, particularly those with hormone-receptor-positive disease, can live for many years with appropriate treatment."
Children’s Mental Health: The Warning Signs Parents and Schools Should Not Ignore
"If you can go to a nurse and say, "I have a headache," you should be able to go to a counsellor and say, "I am not feeling okay today.""
Supplements Aren’t for Everyone: Dr Amitav Banerjee on Deficiency, Dosage and Overuse
" Supplements can provide specific nutrients, but they cannot reproduce everything food provides — including protein, fibre, essential fats and a range of naturally occurring compounds."
