The things about your health you actually want to know
This space brings well-researched writing on medicine, mental health and wellbeing, made simple enough to understand and remember.
Essays published every Thursday.
Alternate Sundays feature mini 1-min articles in The Unprescribed.
Medicine & The Body
Thoughtful writing on health and medicine, welcoming anyone interested in understanding the body, the mind, and everyday medical questions.
Mind & Meaning
Reflective writing that lingers on mental heath, lived experience, social realities, and the quiet work of becoming human.
Books & Works
Published and collaborative books, anthologies, poetry, and longer pieces of writing shaped by curiosity and storytelling.
Talks
Invited talks with students and instititions on emotional well-being, stress management, and balancing life, work and personal passions.
The Unprescribed series
Mini-articles exploring thoughts, habits, and quiet practices prescribed by a doctor for everyday well-being, beyond the prescription pad.
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3 Reasons Why You Suddenly Want to Run Away From Everything
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4 ‘Healthy’ Habits That Aren’t Actually That Healthy
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5 Everyday Essentials That Can Help During Depression, Grief or Emotional Burnout
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6 Ways to Drink Tea Without Affecting Your Health
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4 Milkshakes to Wear on Your Skin (When You’re Craving Something Sweet)
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5 Science-Backed Ways to Train Your Brain to Notice the Good
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7 Things You Should Always Tell Your Doctor (Even If They Don’t Ask)
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3 Quick Ways to Clear an Overcrowded Mind (When Your Brain Won’t Shut Up)
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5 Menstrual Hygiene Tips Every Woman Should Know (Doctor-Backed)
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5 Indian Herbs for Hair Growth, Nourishment and a Cooler, Healthier Scalp
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3 Simple Ways to Relieve Summer Headaches and Migraines Fast
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Calm Anger Naturally: 4 Mammalian Reflexes That Reset Your Stress Response
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Micro-Joy Medicine: 5 Tiny Rituals That Improve Mood Naturally
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The 10-Minute Dopamine Reset: Why Boredom Improves Mental Clarity
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A Small Grounding Ritual: A Lipstick Routine for Mindfulness
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Seven Things Doctors Wish They Could Prescribe For Valentine’s Week
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Three Nervous System Resets for a Gentler February
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Sugar Substitutes: Which Is Best for Diabetes, Weight Loss and Everyday Use?
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Is It Really a Mental Health Problem? Understanding Emotional Distress, Body Image, Success & When to Seek Help
Is every emotional struggle a mental health disorder? Explore body image, success, situational distress, mental illness and when it…
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Why you Wake up tired: 14 Causes of Morning Fatigue & How to Fix It
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How to Reduce Eye Power Naturally: What Actually Works?
Can you reduce eye power naturally? Learn what science says about eye exercises, diet, screen breaks, outdoor time and…
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PMOS Is More Than Fertility: What It Does to the Whole Body
PMOS affects far more than fertility. Discover how it can influence hormonal, metabolic and whole-body health, and why women…
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Heart Attack Symptoms in Women: Early Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Discover the early warning signs of a heart attack in women, common symptoms, risk factors and expert prevention tips…
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Do You Have Brain Fog? Symptoms, Causes & How to Get Your Mental Clarity Back
Struggling with brain fog? Learn the common symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and warning signs, including stress, sleep, Long COVID…
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Bursting 15 Common Pregnancy Myths: What Science Really Says
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