– Understanding Painkillers, Anti-inflammatories & Antibiotics – Imagine this: You wake up with a throbbing headache, your friend is nursing a swollen knee from a gym injury, and your cousin is down with a fever: three different ailments, three different treatments. In a world where popping pills has become second nature, do we know what […]
– Dr. Kaiwan M. Randeria – Us Parsis are known for our love of good food, our creature comforts and our active social lives. Unfortunately, often, in our daily routines, we overlook the health of our bones. We have a reputation for being strong and resilient, but have we truly been giving our bones the […]
My dear Parsi Times readers, Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak! Let’s welcome the new year with an honest chat. We Parsis love our comfort – our cushy armchairs, our afternoon naps, and of course, being WhatsApp warriors where we sit and type away, slowly turning into Dhansak-fed ‘papeto’. But while our taste buds may be thriving, what […]
Every Parsi woman knows walking along Marine Drive’s sea-face or any dariyo (sea), is more than just a daily ritual – it’s a sacred pause in a busy life. The crisp sea breeze, the rhythmic crash of waves, and the chatter of familiar faces bring a sense of calm and connection. But have you ever […]
DR. KAIWAN RANDERIA Is your shoulder so stiff it feels like it’s made of cardboard? You might be dealing with Frozen Shoulder – a condition where the capsule of your shoulder joint undergoes inflammatory changes, leading to stiffness in the shoulder joint. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, […]
PT reader, Hurmaz Patel shares his inspiring journey marking the success of reversing his Type 2 Diabetes, under the expert care and guidance of PT columnist, Dr. Trishala Chopra. Diabetes is the condition which causes high levels of blood sugar or glucose. Diabetes is often referred to as a “silent killer” because in its initial stages, […]
As India celebrates her 76th Republic Day, we proudly salute the spirit of democracy, equality, and unity enshrined in our Constitution. But did you know that the principles guiding our nation’s progress can also inspire us to rejuvenate the ‘constitution’ of our body? This Republic Day, let’s explore how to honour and rebuild our body’s […]
– Why One Should Avoid Self Medication – Dr. Kaiwan Randeria Dr. Kaiwan Randeria is an Orthopaedic Surgeon holding a Fellowship in Joint Replacements. You can reach him for various Arthritis, Joints, Spine and Musculoskeletal related ailments, on email: drkaiwan94@gmail.com On a hot Sunday afternoon, Soli and Sohrab were relishing their favourite brand of Raspberry, […]
Renowned globally as the trailblazer consistently setting new standards and breakthroughs in expert eye-care, Dr. Cyres Mehta’s legacy is celebrated for its path-breaking advancements in ophthalmology. Constantly growing his repertoire of prestigious awards bestowed upon him, from India as well as from all across the world, Dr. Cyres brings immense pride to the nation and […]
The holiday season often in a whirlwind of celebrations, family gatherings, and social events. Alongside festive feasts, clinking glasses filled with various alcoholic beverages becomes a familiar sound, especially for the merry Parsi clan, famous for ‘Parsi pegs’! For those who need to constantly watch their carbohydrate intake for reasons like weight management, diabetes management, […]
Today’s high-tech, fast-paced world makes it easy to forget the simple healing powers of nature. Between emails, Zoom-calls, and constant notifications, we’ve lost touch with the calming and restorative benefits of the great outdoors. In these increasingly stressed-out times, which take a mounting toll on mental health, the Japanese practice of ‘Forest Bathing’ or ‘Shinrin-Yoku’ […]