Kids Health
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Monsoon rain could mean more than bad weather for your child's health, pediatrician warns
Health | Jul 06, 2026, 04:56 PM ISTHeavy rainfall may bring more than waterlogging. Paediatric consultant explains why monsoon showers are often followed by a rise in childhood infections, asthma flare-ups and injuries, and how weather forecasts could help hospitals and parents prepare better.
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School reopening during monsoon: Why children fall sick more often and how parents can protect them
Health | Jun 28, 2026, 03:46 PM ISTThe return to school during the monsoon often leads to a rise in childhood infections. Dr Nehal Shah explains the 'school reopening effect', common seasonal illnesses, and practical tips parents and schools can follow to keep children healthy during the rainy season.
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Nutrition and protein plays a substantial role in kids' health
Health | Aug 14, 2021, 12:41 PM ISTA well balanced and nutritious diet plays an essential role in the holistic development of a child. The tiny toddlers tend to be highly selective when it comes to food which might miss out on the crucial components of their nutritious needs. It is therefore very important to ensure a substantial intake of nutrients for a child's proper growth and development.
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Childhood obesity may increase bladder cancer risk
Health | May 20, 2020, 01:58 PM ISTThe suidy shows body size is associated with getting the disease later in life. A body mass index (BMI) increase above average during childhood, high/low birth weight and below-average height also increase the odds
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From improving eyesight to weight loss, know several benefits of yoga for kids with SwamI Ramdev
Health | May 17, 2020, 10:29 AM ISTYoga as an ancient and effective tool comes in handy and helps kids to relax, relieve stress and anxiety, sleep better, improve emotional regulation, increase empathy, and improve mood. It is in this context that yog guru Swami Ramdev in an exclusive interaction with India TV talked about how yoga, ayurvedic principles and acupressure can aid in obtaining healthy mind and body in children.
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How Yoga can help battle obesity in kids, learn from Swami Ramdev
Astrology | May 17, 2020, 10:10 AM ISTOne of the biggest trends to lose weight that is sweeping the nation is yoga. It is also effective in kids, Swami Ramdev tells you how.
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Maternal hypertensive disorders bad for kids' mental health
Lifestyle | Apr 21, 2020, 08:55 AM ISTMaternal preeclampsia and its severity were associated with an increase in the risk of any childhood mental disorder and psychological development and behavioural and emotional disorders in the offspring.
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How yoga helps to boost energy in kids
Lifestyle | Apr 20, 2020, 10:03 AM ISTYoga is beneficial for kids just like adults. It can promote both mental and physical health in kids. Yoga can help in improving concentration in kids.
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Learning the benefits of yoga for kids with Swami Ramdev
Lifestyle | Apr 20, 2020, 10:03 AM ISTYoga poses for kids serves as an inspiration guide, says Swami Ramdev.