In a major step towards improving women’s healthcare access, Delhi has launched a new mobile health initiative aimed at early detection of breast cancer and cervical cancer, two of the most common and dangerous cancers affecting women in India. The initiative, popularly being called “Five-Minute Screening”, brings cancer screening services directly to communities through […]
Your first period can feel surprising or scary but don’t worry. It is a normal and healthy part of growing up. Every girl goes through it, and you are not alone. At SheLit, we want you to understand your body without fear or shame. What Is a Period? A period
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An exclusive SheLit conversation with Ria, Founder of Get Fit With Ria Ria, can you share your journey of becoming a nutritionist and what inspired you to focus on women’s health issues? My journey into nutrition began with my own struggles. A few years ago, I was nearly 30 kilos overweight, constantly fatigued, and dealing
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By SheLit Desk | July 20, 2025 A growing body of scientific research suggests that women may require more sleep than men, sparking renewed conversations around gender, wellness, and modern lifestyle pressures. But the findings also go beyond biology, diving deep into the social expectations, multitasking roles, and hidden burdens many women carry daily.
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A SheLit Real-Life Transformation Story After motherhood, many women find themselves caught in a cycle of responsibilities, exhaustion, and self-neglect. For Mrs. Bindu Anand, a homemaker and mother to a 14-year-old, that cycle hit hard. Post-pregnancy weight gain, a busy home life, and deteriorating health left her feeling powerless — until one day, she
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SheLit News Desk | June 26, 2025 A recent global report has revealed alarming findings about the increasing risks that extreme heat poses to pregnant women worldwide. With the rise in global temperatures, expectant mothers are facing significantly higher chances of pregnancy complications, raising urgent concerns for public health and climate action. According
In recent times, conversations around women’s empowerment, freedom, and feminism have gained much-needed momentum. Across the globe, women are breaking barriers, raising their voices, and claiming spaces that were once denied to them. This is a beautiful revolution, long overdue. However, amid this positive wave, somewhere a misunderstanding is creeping in — especially among the
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June 14, 2025 | Health | SheLit Desk A recent U.S.-based study has revealed a deeply concerning trend: alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) deaths are rising more rapidly among women than men — signaling an urgent need for gender-specific awareness and interventions in public health. Sharp Increase Among Women and Young Adults The study, published in
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In a world that constantly demands perfection from women—be it in our careers, families, appearances, or relationships—anxiety and overthinking can often feel like constant companions. For many of us, it’s not just about worrying; it’s a storm of “what ifs” and “am I enough?” playing on repeat. But here’s the truth: you are not alone,
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In today’s social media-driven world, fitness advice is everywhere — but not all of it is true. Many Indian women, in pursuit of weight loss and better health, often fall prey to myths that do more harm than good. At SheLit, we believe in empowering women with truth, not trends. Let’s bust five common weight
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