General Health

General health is the state of well-being in which most physical and mental functions of an individual are maintained. A healthy person has a sense of well-being, a positive outlook, and a productive lifestyle. General health is a reflection of physical, mental, and social well-being. This is a very broad definition, and the concept of general health is subjective. What may be considered unhealthy by one person may be healthy for another. General health is a combination of physical, mental, and social well-being.

Partha Nandi, MD
Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?
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Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Medical authorities just moved the goalposts for blood pressure diagnosis, and millions of Americans who thought they were healthy may now officially have hypertension. August 2025 brought new guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology that lower the threshold for high blood pressure diagnosis and eliminate the “prehypertension” category entirely. Nearly…

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That Morning Cup of Coffee Could Be the Key to a Happier Day

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For many of us, the first sip of coffee in the morning feels like a daily reset. Now, science confirms that it’s not just in your head, your morning cup may really make you happier. A new study from the University of Warwick and Germany’s Bielefeld University, published in Scientific Reports, tracked 200 young adults…

Can Polyphenols Help Protect You Against Cancer?
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Can Polyphenols Help Protect You Against Cancer?

Bydn-writer

When we think about cancer prevention, most of us consider lifestyle choices like exercise, diet, and regular screenings. But science suggests that certain plant-based compounds called polyphenols may provide another layer of defense. Found abundantly in fruits like plums, polyphenols are being studied for their ability to slow cancer cell growth, trigger programmed cell death,…

When Home Feels Like a Battlefield: How Family Conflict Rewires a Child’s Brain
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When Home Feels Like a Battlefield: How Family Conflict Rewires a Child’s Brain

Bydn-writer

When we think about the impact of war, we picture soldiers carrying invisible scars. But groundbreaking research shows that children exposed to repeated family conflict experience eerily similar changes in the brain. Their fear and threat-detection systems become rewired in ways that mirror combat veterans. This adaptation may help a child survive in the short…

Solar Tricycles in Zimbabwe: A New Path to Women’s Health and Empowerment
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Solar Tricycles in Zimbabwe: A New Path to Women’s Health and Empowerment

Bydn-writer

In rural Zimbabwe, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Women who once carried heavy loads on foot or depended on ox drawn carts are now driving electric tricycles. These “Hamba” tricycles are more than a mode of transportation. They are rewriting the story of women’s roles in their communities, improving health access, and providing financial independence….

The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face
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The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face

ByPartha Nandi, MD

We live in a world where cosmetic procedures have become as common as haircuts. From Botox to fillers, the pursuit of youth often overshadows the value of authenticity. But when a Hollywood icon like Cameron Diaz chooses a different path, it sparks an important conversation about what beauty and aging truly mean. Her story isn’t…

Cleaning Products and Lung Health: Why Regular Cleaning May Harm Like Smoking
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Cleaning Products and Lung Health: Why Regular Cleaning May Harm Like Smoking

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Most of us reach for cleaning sprays and disinfectants without a second thought, believing they make our homes healthier. Yet science suggests a different story. A large, long-term study has revealed that regular use of cleaning products may harm your lungs as much as long-term smoking. If you use sprays daily or work in cleaning…

Could a Shorter Workweek Be the Secret to Better Health?
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Could a Shorter Workweek Be the Secret to Better Health?

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Imagine working four days a week, leaving Friday free for rest, family, or personal growth without sacrificing productivity. In the Netherlands, this is not a futuristic idea but a lived reality. By 2024, the average Dutch worker clocked just over 32 hours per week, often structured into four day schedules. Early results show more happiness,…

Hair Dye Linked to 60% Higher Breast Cancer Risk
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Hair Dye Linked to 60% Higher Breast Cancer Risk

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Millions of women may be unknowingly increasing their breast cancer risk through regular hair dye use. Groundbreaking research from the Sister Study, involving 46,709 women followed for over eight years, reveals that permanent hair dye raises breast cancer risk by 45% in Black women and 7% in white women. Most alarming, Black women using permanent…