There was a time when health did not demand attention. It was built into daily living. Meals were unprocessed. Movement was natural. Sleep was respected. And doctors were consulted when necessary, not repeatedly. Today, the pattern has reversed. In cities, where life rarely slows down, GreenRoots has begun drawing attention for a different reason, not […]
Perfect Protection Against The Rising Mercury As we enter the scorching hot month of May 2026, the Indian subcontinent is no longer just experiencing a warm spell. From the coastal humidity of Mumbai to the dry, searing winds of Delhi and Gujarat, we are in the grip of a historic heatwave. For all, but especially […]
As a community that prides itself on living long enough to see three generations of family drama and still attend dance practice for new-years ball, we must take better care of our tan (body), mann (mind), and bhonu cravings! Here’s how… Cholesterol Is Not a Condiment!: We Parsis love our eggs – on kheema, papeta, […]
Dr. Trishala Chopra is an alternative medicine specialist commanding a decade of success in managing Diabetes, Obesity, PCOD/PCOS, Metabolic Disorders, Gut-health and Sleep-disorders. [To connect: Call/Message: (+91) 9930831317 or book your appointments directly at www.thehealthmedic.in] For our lovely Parsi community, age has always been a badge of honour. We cherish our elders… Mehru Mamaiji whose memory […]
You know how our beautiful Parsi heads are full of ideas, advice (whether asked or not), and that royal lineage swagger? All very fine. But who’s holding up that glorious crown? Your poor neck. Yes, that slim fellow between your brain and your torso – working harder than a Bawa at a Navjote buffet, keeping […]
Ever tried reaching for the top shelf and suddenly felt like your shoulder was staging a revolt? Or lifted a grocery bag thinking, “Why is my arm betraying me?” Welcome to the world of shoulder muscles – a fascinating group of muscles that work tirelessly so you can wave, hug, lift and even do a […]
Our heart’s well-being is shaped daily by the choices on our plate. While advice to lower cholesterol and exercise is important, true cardiovascular resilience goes beyond numbers and rules. Emerging research shows the gut plays a pivotal role, influencing inflammation, cholesterol and blood pressure. This World Heart Day, which falls on 29th September, 2025, let’s […]
Why It’s Not Just Hormones… And What You Can Do About It You’re sitting at your desk, trying to finish one simple task, but your brain feels foggy… You’re snapping at your loved ones for no real reason… Tears spring up while watching a random advt. on TV… You can’t sleep well and you’re always […]
As the calendar turns, we’re gifted a fresh slate – a chance to shed old habits and step into a version of ourselves we’ve long admired. Reinvention isn’t magic, it’s a deliberate practice. In the coming year, imagine yourself as someone who greets challenges with poise, savours life’s simple pleasures and stands tall with courage […]
Parsi New Year is marked with dagli and gara-ni-saree ma greetings, lighting the divo and the aroma of sukhar- loban in the air! It’s the time to press the restart button – not just spiritually, but in our minds, hearts, and yes, even our joints! Us tradition-loving Parsis will keep a pocket-watch from 1952, and […]
Over the past year, I’ve had dozens of patients walk into my clinic with the same hopeful question: “Doctor, should I start Ozempic or Mounjaro? I’ve heard it works like magic for weight loss!” I understand where this hope comes from. With celebrity endorsements, dramatic before-and-after photos, and the promise of shedding kilos without dieting, […]