Author: Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show. Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences. He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world “To Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
Arsenic Found in U.S. Rice: What Families Should Know Now
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Arsenic Found in U.S. Rice: What Families Should Know Now

Imagine spooning your baby’s first bites of rice cereal with trust, thinking of it as gentle, nourishing, and safe. Now imagine that same spoon carrying trace amounts of a known carcinogen. Recent testing of 145 rice products sold in U.S. grocery stores revealed a startling fact: every single sample contained arsenic, a toxic heavy metal….

Taurine in Energy Drinks May Fuel Blood Cancer, Researchers Warn
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Taurine in Energy Drinks May Fuel Blood Cancer, Researchers Warn

It’s the secret weapon behind your favorite energy drink—an amino acid touted for boosting performance, easing stress, and even helping cancer patients tolerate chemotherapy. But what if that same ingredient is quietly fueling one of the most aggressive forms of blood cancer? That ingredient is taurine, and while it’s naturally found in foods like meat…

New Cancer-Fighting Tech: DNA Nanobots That Target Cancer Cells
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New Cancer-Fighting Tech: DNA Nanobots That Target Cancer Cells

Tiny machines, smaller than any cell, could one day hunt down and destroy cancer without harming healthy parts of your body. This incredible technology sounds like something straight out of a science fiction movie. Yet, it is becoming a reality. Scientists in Sweden have made a groundbreaking discovery. They created microscopic robots built from DNA…

The Brain-Gut Connection Just Got Faster: Microbiome Changes Seen in 2 Hours
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The Brain-Gut Connection Just Got Faster: Microbiome Changes Seen in 2 Hours

It’s remarkable to consider how your brain influences your body. We used to believe our bodies worked in separate ways. New science shows a surprising truth. Your brain signals can rapidly alter your gut bacteria. Just how fast do these changes happen? We’re talking about a couple of hours! This rapid connection between your mind…

Earth’s Subtle Tilt Is Pointing Us Toward the Next Ice Age
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Earth’s Subtle Tilt Is Pointing Us Toward the Next Ice Age

If Earth’s climate were left to its own devices, we’d be on a slow, steady path toward another ice age — one that would bury much of the Northern Hemisphere under massive ice sheets in about 10,000 years. That prediction isn’t guesswork. It’s based on cycles that have repeated for nearly a million years, driven…

Vaping and Popcorn Lung: Experts Warn of Permanent, Irreversible Lung Damage
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Vaping and Popcorn Lung: Experts Warn of Permanent, Irreversible Lung Damage

You’d expect a condition called “popcorn lung” to be some kind of joke. It’s not. It’s a rare, irreversible lung disease — and it’s showing up in teenagers who vape. Originally discovered in workers at a microwave popcorn factory, the disease was linked to the inhalation of diacetyl, a chemical used to impart a buttery…

Owning a Cat Could Help You Avoid a Heart Attack, According to Research
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Owning a Cat Could Help You Avoid a Heart Attack, According to Research

Scientists have discovered an unexpected guardian angel living in millions of homes across America, silently protecting human hearts in ways that would surprise even the most devoted pet lovers. While medical researchers typically focus on diet, exercise, and medications for cardiovascular protection, groundbreaking findings suggest something far simpler might be providing life-saving benefits.  A decade-long…

The Future of Male Contraception: Scientists Develop Male Birth Control Injection That Lasts Two Years
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The Future of Male Contraception: Scientists Develop Male Birth Control Injection That Lasts Two Years

Scientists have achieved something that seemed impossible for decades – creating reliable male birth control that doesn’t involve permanent surgery or daily pills. After 60 years of failed attempts and broken promises, researchers finally developed a solution that could transform reproductive choices for millions of couples worldwide.  Early trial results suggest that this breakthrough may…

New American Fear: Going Broke Scares People in the U.S. More Than Death
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New American Fear: Going Broke Scares People in the U.S. More Than Death

Financial anxiety has reached levels that surpass one of humanity’s most primal fears in surprising new research findings. A comprehensive study reveals how economic pressures have fundamentally shifted what keeps Americans awake at night, challenging traditional assumptions about our deepest concerns.  While previous generations may have prioritized different concerns, modern Americans face unprecedented financial challenges…