Mumbai’s summer is relentless-sweltering heat, high humidity, and a bustling lifestyle can all take a toll on your digestive health. As a practicing gastroenterologist in Mumbai, I see a spike in gut-related complaints during these months: bloating, acidity, indigestion, and infections. The good news? With the right dietary choices, you can keep your gut cool, comfortable, and resilient all summer long. Here are the top 7 gut-friendly foods that not only help you beat the hea

As a consultant physician, I often see patients coming in with complaints of chronic fatigue, anxiety, and a vague sense of "disconnect." While we run blood tests and check vitals, the real culprit often reveals itself in the waiting room: a family of four, all sitting together, yet entirely alone—heads bowed, faces illuminated by the blue light of their screens. We have a name for this now. It’s called **Phubbing** (phone + snubbing). It is the act of ignoring the person rig

Protecting Our Young Patients from Screen Time Overload At Ashok One Hospital and Raahat, we see daily how screens captivate children, but new research shows Indian kids often exceed safe limits, risking their health and growth.ashokone+1 Alarming Screen Habits A study in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry found children and adolescents (average age 13) in psychiatric care averaging 3.1 hours daily on screens, with 68% surpassing WHO/AAP guidelines: zero for under 2s (except ca

It’s only March, and Mumbai is already feeling the burn. With temperatures at the Santacruz observatory recently hitting 38.9°C —nearly 6°C above normal—the BMC is rightfully issuing heat advisories. As a physician practicing here, I’ve seen a recent surge in patients coming in with "vague" symptoms: persistent headaches, heavy fatigue, and a general sense of being "washed out." While these aren't full-blown heatstroke, they are clear warning signs that your body is strugglin