Which is better: Peanut vs Chickpeas?

Both chickpeas and peanuts are nutrient-rich, crunchy snacks offering distinct advantages. Peanuts excel in protein and healthy fats, ideal for boosting intake. Chickpeas provide a fiber-rich, lower-calorie alternative, supporting digestion and satiety. Ultimately, the better choice depends on individual dietary goals and preferences.

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Lofty promises, broken reality: Cuttack’s SCB Medical College faces delays, staff shortages

Despite promises of an AIIMS-like transformation, Cuttack’s SCB Medical College and Hospital faces significant challenges, including infrastructure decay and staff shortages. The Orissa High Court has intervened, questioning the slow pace of upgrades. While redevelopment efforts are underway, delays persist, and critical services like transplants face setbacks, prompting legal scrutiny and calls for improved management.

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This simple push-up test could uncover hidden heart risks: AIIMS-trained doctor explains how completing 40 push-ups might slash heart attack chances

Performing around forty push-ups signals significantly lower heart attack and stroke risks, according to neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar. A study on firefighters revealed a 96% reduced risk of major cardiovascular events for those exceeding this benchmark. This ability reflects overall fitness, including strength and aerobic capacity, offering a simple yet powerful indicator of heart health.

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Why your homemade buttermilk is just watered curd (and what real buttermilk actually is)

Many Indians dilute curd with water, calling it buttermilk, but true buttermilk is a fermented liquid left after churning butter. This traditional drink offers significant probiotic benefits for digestion and gut health, unlike simple diluted curd. While diluted curd provides refreshment and a lighter option, it lacks the active bacteria found in authentic buttermilk.

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Get out: Greta Thunberg banned from Venice for pouring green dye into Grand Canal in protest

Greta Thunberg and a group of environmental activists undertook a shocking protest in Venice, dyeing the Grand Canal bright green to raise awareness about insufficient fossil fuel regulations at a UN climate summit. However, their bold actions resulted in a two-day prohibition and fines, as many deemed their approach disrespectful to the historic UNESCO site.

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