Quote of the day by Gaur Gopal Das (Photo: @gaurgopald/ X) Gaur Gopal Das is an engineer turned monk, motivational speaker, and life coach. Over the years, he has gained popularity for his discourses and words of wisdom at major institutions and companies, as well as at the United Nations and the British Parliament, sharing…

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), obesity rates have nearly tripled worldwide since 1975. At the same time, the increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods and frequent unhealthy snacking are increasingly contributing to obesity, diabetes and other metabolic disorders. Research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition also indicates that snacks high in protein…

Beneath our feet lies a vast, living world of subterranean fungi, forming an intricate network stretching millions of times the distance to the Sun. This vital ‘fungi city’ sustains plant life and cools the planet by storing carbon. However, intensive farming practices are significantly degrading these crucial underground ecosystems, threatening soil health and water quality….