Year 2025

1. Weight-loss drugs: Can Ozempic and other drugs change the landscape of India's wellness industry? 07/01/2025 Business Today Neetu Chandra Sharma https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/topstories/weig t-loss-drugs-can-ozempic- and-other-drugs-change-the-landscape-of-india-s wellness-industry/ar- AA1xaOO6?apiversion=v2&;noservercache=1&;domshim=1& ;renderwebcomponents= 1& ; wcseo=1&;batchservertelemetry=1& ;noservertelemetry=1 Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

2. How to diagnose obesity: Lancet Commission recommends focussing on fat distribution, not just BMI. Here’s why it is significant 15/01/2025 The Indian Express Anuradha Mascarenhas https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/how-to- diagnose-obesity-lancet-commission-recommends-focussing-on-fat-distribution-not- just-bmi-heres-why-it-is-significant-9779143/ Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

3. BMI by itself isn't an accurate tool to diagnose obesity: Study 15/01/2025 Times of India Durgesh Nandan Jha https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/bmi-by-itself- isnt-an-accurate-tool-to-diagnose-obesity-study/articleshow/117247082.cms Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

4. India's obesity guidelines updated after 15 years: What's changed? 15/01/2025 India Today https://www.indiatoday.in/health/story/new-definition-of-obesity-and- guidelines-released-for-indians-after-15-years-2664991-2025-01-15 Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

5. Malwa doctor edits monograph on pollution’s impact on health 17/01/2025 The Times of India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/117340509.cms?utm_source=contento finterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

6. New Lancet guidelines redefine obesity diagnosis and treatment in India 18/01/2025 Business Today Neetu Chandra Sharma https://www.businesstoday.in/industry/pharma/story/new-lancet-guidelines- redefine-obesity-diagnosis-and-treatment-in-india-461284-2025-01-18 Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

7. Makhana is Nikhil Kamath’s superfood: Why it can help prevent chronic illnesses 24/01/2025 Rinku Ghoshhttps://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/makhana- is-nikhil-kamaths-superfood-9796292/lite/ Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

8. FDA Approves Ozempic for Diabetes and Kidney Disease: A Game-Changer For Patients NewsX 30/01/2025 Anirudh  https://world.newsx.com/world/fda-approves- ozempic-for-diabetes-and-kidney-disease-a-game-changer-for-patients/ Dr Anoop Misra Fortis C-doc

9. PM Modi & ;s tip to combat obesity: How much edible oil you should really be using for good health, here's what experts say 31/01/2025 The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/viral-pm-modis-tip-to- combat-obesity-heres-how-much-edible-oil-you-should-really-be-using-for-a healthierlifestyle/articleshow/117772980.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest & ;utm_m edium=text&utm_campaign=cppst Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

10. People should reduce intake of edible oil by 10% to cut obesity risk: PM31/01/2025 Times of India Durgesh Nandan Jha https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/people-  should-reduce-intake-of edible-oil-by-10-to-cut-obesity-risk pm/articleshow/117763507.cms Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

11. As obesity cases rise, focus grows on preventive steps 03/02/2025 Hindustan Times Rhythma Kaul https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/as-obesity-cases-rise- focus-grows-on-preventive-steps-101738521469743.html Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

12. Obesity’s new spin: is it time to say bye BMI 04/02/2025 LiveMint Shrenik Avlanihttps://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/wellness/obesitys-new-spin-is-it-time- to-say-bye-bmi-11738659376721.html Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

13. BMI cannot determine obesity 04/02/2025 Ahmedabad Mirrorhttps://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/bmi-cannot-determine obesity/81884600.html#goog_rewarded Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

14. Control blood sugar spikes post-meal: Have almonds, yogurt or salad 30 minutes before, says new study 25/02/2025 The Indian Express Rinku Ghoshhttps://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/blood-sugar-rush-post-meal- why-yogurt-almonds-salad-30-minutes-before-main-meal 9854767/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Dr. Seema Gulati NDOC

15. Less oil, more physical activity, balanced meal key to fight obesity’; say experts 25/02/2025 Greater Kashmir https://www.greaterkashmir.com/health/less-oil-more- physical-activity-balanced-meal-key-to-fight-obesity-say-experts/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

16. Tackling Obesity: Experts stress diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes 25/02/2025 Daijiworld Media Network https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1273682 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

17. NIN mulls ‘sugar tax’ on foods to fight obesity 04/03/2025 The Times of India Ashresh Marupaka https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/nin-mulls- sugar-tax-on-foods-to-fight-obesity/articleshow/118716648.cms Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

18. India’s Rising Obesity Crisis: Experts Advocate Sugar Taxes to Prevent Millions of Lifestyle Disease Cases 05/03/2025 The Logical Indianshttps://thelogicalindian.com/indias-rising-obesity-crisis-experts-advocate- sugar-taxes-to-prevent-millions-of-lifestyle-disease-cases/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

19. Benefits of eating eggs 30 minutes before meals 08/03/2025 Vietnam.Evhttps://www.vietnam.vn/en/loi-ich-khi-an-trung-30-phut-truoc-bua-an Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Dr. Seema Gulati NDOC

20. A many splendored nut: studying the health benefits of eating almonds regularly 15/03/2025 The Hindu Ramya Kannan https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/a- many-splendored-nut-studying-the-health-benefits-of-eating-almonds regularly/article69331671.ece Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

21. Beyond BMI.. Adding new India-specific dimensions to obesity diagnosis 23/03/2025 The Hindu S Yasaswini https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/business-tech/adding- new-india-specific-dimensions-to-obesity diagnosis/article69356687.ece Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

22. Powerful weight-loss & diabetes drug Mounjaro arrives in India, but high cost still a hurdle 26/03/2025 Down to Earth https://www.downtoearth.org.in/health/powerful weight-loss-diabetes-drug-mounjaro-arrives-in-india-but-high-cost-still-a hurdle#google_vignette Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

23. Weight loss drug Mounjaro in India: Who needs it, how long should you have it and will weight come back? 27/03/2025 The Indian Express https://indianexpress.com/article/health wellness/weight-loss-drug-mounjaro-india- who-needs-short-term-use-9906429/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

24. Pot Belly, Once A Symbol of Wealth, Is Now A Silent Killer. Why Indians Are More at Risk News18 14/04/2025https://www.news18.com/amp/lifestyle/pot-belly-once-a- symbol-of-wealth-is-now-a-silent-killer-why-indians-are-more-at-risk-ws-d 9298327.html Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

25. Almonds can protect your heart, lower weight and BP, says new study: How many almonds do you need per day? 16/04/2025 The Indian Express   https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/almonds-heart-lower-weight-bp-
almonds-9944590/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

26. Eating almonds daily can help control blood sugar in Indians: Study 17/04/2025 Decan Herald https://www.deccanherald.com/health/eating-almonds-daily-can-help- control-blood-sugar-in-indians-study-3498544 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

27. Asian Indians, expert says don’t ignore this nut! It can fight diabetes, bad cholesterol and belly fat: Study explains how 17/04/2025 The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/asian-indians-expert-says- dont-ignore-this-nut-it-can-fight-diabetes-bad-cholesterol-and-belly-fat-study explains-how/articleshow/120382231.cms?from=mdr Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

28. Promises and pitfalls 17/04/2025 Down to Earth
 https://www.downtoearth.org.in/health/promises-and-pitfalls Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

29. New daily pill can replace injectable weight-loss drugs, show early results 21/04/2025 The Indian Express Anonna Dutt, Parul https://indianexpress.com/article/health- wellness/eli-lilly-oral-weight-loss-pill-ozempic-9951306/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

30. Almonds Provide Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health, Aid Weight Management 18/04/2025 Decan Chronicle https://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/almonds provide-benefits-for-cardiometabolic-health-aid-weight-management-1873645 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

31. Shedding weight may no longer be a prickly issue as Eli Lilly’s weight-loss pill moves closer to launch 19/04/2025 The Economic Times Teena Thacker &; Vikas Dandekar https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/healthcare/biotech/pharmaceuticals/sh edding-weight-may-no-longer-be-a-prickly-issue-as-eli-lillys-weight-loss-pill-moves- closer-to launch/articleshow/120415361.cms utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=tex t&utm_campaign=cppst Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

32. New guidelines target dual epidemic of diabetes, liver disease in Indians 27/04/2025 The Indian Express https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2025/Apr/27/new- guidelines-target-dual-epidemic-of-diabetes-liver-disease-in-indians Dr. Anoop Misra NDOC

33. The Hindu Huddle 2025: ‘Ozempic will not solve India’s obesity problem’ 18/05/2025 The Hindu https://www.thehindu.com/the-huddle/the-hindu-huddle-2025- non-communicable diseases/article69544857.ece Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

34. School Plays A Vital Role in Child's Nutritional Choices: Experts on CBSE & ;s & ;Sugar Boards &; 18/05/2025 Shreya Sur NDTV https://www.ndtvprofit.com/trending/school- plays-a-vital-role-in-childs-nutritional-choices-experts-on-cbses-sugar-boards Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

35. Despite & ;risky& ; symptoms, drug-based weight loss is gaining footing in the Indian market 25/05/2025 PressReader https://www.pressreader.com/india/the-hindu- mumbai-9WWd/20250525/281668260895841 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

36. Global supply strains and patent clock push Novo Nordisk into tight corner in India’s obesity drug race 30/05/2025 Business Today Neetu Chandra Sharma
https://www.businesstoday.in/industry/pharma/story/global-supply-strains-and-patent- clock-push-novo-nordisk-into-tight-corner-in-indias-obesity-drug-race-478420-2025-  05-30  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

37. How Light Pollution Harms Health Across India 03/06/2025 Charu Bahri https://www.indiaspend.com/pollution/how-light-pollution-harms-health-across-india- 955592 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

38. Battle of the Bulge: Novo Nordisk eyes India's waistline 08/06/2025 Business Today Neetu Chandra Sharma https://www.businesstoday.in/magazine/deep- dive/story/battle-of-the-bulge-novo-nordisk-eyes-indias-waistline-478223-2025-05-29  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

39. Eli Lilly to roll out diabetes medicine in prefilled pen The Economic Times 08/06/2025https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/healthcare/biotech/pharmaceuticals/eli -lilly-to-roll-out-diabetes-medicine-in-prefilled-
pen/articleshow/12209785 4.cms utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&; utm_campaign=cppst Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

40. Eli Lilly's Mounjaro hits Rs 24 crore sales in 3 months as adoption grows for diabetes and obesity in India 08/06/2025 Business Today Neetu Chandra Sharmahttps://www.businesstoday.in/industry/pharma/story/eli-lillys-mounjaro-hits-rs-24- crore-sales-in-three-months-as-adoption-grows-for-diabetes-and-obesity-in-india- 479483-2025-06-08  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

41. Wegovy launched in India: How the breakthrough drug triggers weight loss 24/06/2025 Firstpost https://www.firstpost.com/health/wegovy-india launch-weight- loss mounjaro-13900080.html Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

42. Weighing in on weight-loss drugs 29/06/2025 Renu Sud Sinha https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/features/weighing-in-on-weight-loss-drugs Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

43. Holistic approach to type-2 diabetes management and the role of lifestyle factors Hans India 03/07/2025 https://www.thehansindia.com/business/holistic-approach-to-type-2- diabetes-management-and-the-role-of-lifestyle-factors-984944 NDOC

44. Wegovy Makes Strong Debut, Mounjaro Leads as Weight Loss Drug Market Heats Up 08/07/2025 News18 https://www.news18.com/india/wegovy-makes-strong-debut- mounjaro-leads-as-weight-loss-drug-market-heats-up-ws-l-9427106.html?  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

45. Dal vs carbs: Should you be having it for weight loss? 09/07/2025 The Indian Express Rinku Ghosh  https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/dal-weight-loss- carbohydrate-content-10113700/  Dr. Seema Gulati NDOC

46. Taking almonds and whey protein 30 minutes before meal reduces blood sugar spike, says study 14/07/2025 The Indian Express Rinku Ghosh
https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/almonds-whey-protein-before-meal- reduces-blood-sugar-spike-study-10124733/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

47. Do pumpkin seeds have more protein than meat in a single serving? A nutritionist explains the truth 31/07/2025 The Indian Express Rinku Ghoshhttps://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/pumpkin-seeds-protein-meat-single- serving-10161357/  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

48. Preventive Edge by Fortis Healthcare: Effect of Fad Diets on Organs 04/08/2025 NDTV https://doctor.ndtv.com/videos/preventive-edge-by-fortis-healthcare-effect-of- fad-diets-on-organs-975848 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

49. Indian mangoes and diabetes: Two recent studies show surprising metabolic benefits 07/08/2025 Millennium Posthttps://www.millenniumpost.in/sunday- post/wellness/indian-mangoes-and-diabetes-two-recent-studies-show-surprising- metabolic-benefits-622043   Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

50. Indian Mangoes May Help Manage Diabetes: Two Landmark Studies Challenge Long-Held Beliefs 07/08/2025 City Todayhttps://citytoday.media/2025/08/07/indian- mangoes-may-help-manage-diabetes-two-landmark-studies-challenge-long-held- beliefs/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

51. Mangoes safe for diabetics? New studies reveal surprising benefits 07/08/2025 Financial Expresshttps://www.financialexpress.com/business/healthcare/mangoes- safe-for-diabetics-new-studies-reveal-surprising-benefits/3939796/  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

52. 1 in 5 people over 45 had diabetes in 2019: Lancet study 09/08/2025 Hindustan Times Rhythma Kaul-https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/1-in-5-people-over-45-n –had-diabetes-in-2019-lancet-study 101754592800038.html  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis
Cdoc

53. Mango Not &  Forbidden Fruit' For Diabetics, May Be Safe & Even Beneficial, Indicate 2 Indian Studies 08/08/2025 Himani Chandna News18-https://www.news18.com/india/mango-not-forbidden-fruit-for-diabetics-may-be-safe- even-beneficial-indicate-2-indian-studies-9492044.html  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc,
Sugandha Kehar NDOC

54. Mango reduces blood sugar spikes, belly fat when eaten instead of bread, says study: How can this change your breakfast? 08/08/2025 The Indian Express Anonna Dutt https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/mango-breakfast-reduce-blood-
sugar-belly-fat-10177083/  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

55. Indian mangoes and diabetes: studies by Fortis C-DOC, N-DOC show metabolic benefits 08/08/2025 Express Healthcarehttps://www.expresshealthcare.in/clinical- research/indian-mangoes-and-diabetes-studies-by-fortis-c-doc-n-doc-show-metabolic- benefits/450145/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

56. Three Indian Varieties of Mango Reduce Blood Sugar Spikes, Belly Fat; Here's How Many You Can Eat in a Day 13/08/2025 Times Now https://www.timesnownews.com/health/three-indian-varieties-of-mango-reduce- blood-sugar-spikes-belly-fat-heres-how-many-you-can-eat-in-a-day-article 152456462 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

57. Mangoes play a big role in managing blood sugar and prevention 15/08/2025 The Times of Indiahttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/123229859.cms?utm_source=contento
finterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

58. New Research Suggests Mangoes May Benefit Diabetics, Challenging Long-Standing Beliefs 16/08/2025 The Global Herald https://theglobalherald.com/news/new- research-suggests-mangoes-may-benefit-diabetics-challenging-long-standing-beliefs/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, Sugandha Kehar NDOC

59. Are samosas unhealthy? Some Indians find official advice hard to swallow 16/08/2025 Nation and World https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/are- samosas-unhealthy-some-indians-find-official-advice-hard-to-swallow/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

60. Iconic Bites: Samosas unhealthy? Hmm, hard to swallow for many 16/08/2025 DT Next https://www.dtnext.in/edit/iconic-bites-samosas-unhealthy-hmm-hard-to- swallow-for-many-843084 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

61. Mirrorlights: Study explores why South Asians face early, more aggressive risk of diabetes 20/08/2025 Banglore Mirror https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/opinion/you/mirrorlights-study-explores-why- south-asians-face-early-more-aggressive-risk-of diabetes/articleshow/123391998.cms
Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc, DFI

62. Abdominal obesity, sedentary lifestyle fuel early, aggressive diabetes in South Asians: Study 20/08/2025 Daijiworld Media Networkhttps://www.daijiworld.com/index.php/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1289757
Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

63. Padma awardee doctors unite to redefine ‘Healthcare As It Should Be’ in India 20/08/2025 Business News Mansi Praharaj https://businessnewsthisweek.com/news/padma-awardee-doctors-unite-to-redefine- healthcare-as-it-should-be-in-india/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

64. The intermittent fasting paradox: Why eating less may do more harm than good 23/08/2025 India Today https://www.indiatoday.in/health/story/intermittent-fasting- heart-risk-short-eating-windows cardiovascular-deaths-2775337-2025-08-23 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

65. Intermittent fasting regimen may come with risks: Study 23/08/2025 Economic Times-https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/intermittent-fasting- linked-to-higher-cardiovascular-risks-study-finds/123464110 Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

66. India on brink of health crisis: Padma awardee doctors warn 23/08/2025 Decan Herald https://www.deccanherald.com/health/padma-awardee-doctors-warn-india-on- brink-of-health-crisis-3694082  Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

67. Intermittent fasting of 16 hours doubles risk of dying from heart disease, says new study: Experts explain the risks 24/08/2025 The Indian Express Anonna Dutt, Rinku Ghosh https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/intermittent-fasting-risks-16- hours-doubles-risk-of-dying-heart-disease-10206865/ Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

68. Intermittent fasting may come with risks: Study 24/08/2025 The Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/intermittent-fasting-may-come-with-risks- study/articleshow/123462333.cms Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

69. Benefits of eating almonds: A simple snack for better heart, gut and blood sugar 25/08/2025 Money Control Namita S Kalla  https://www.moneycontrol.com/health-
and-fitness/benefits-of-eating-almonds-a-simple-snack-for-better-heart-gut-and- blood-sugar-article-13484979.html Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

70. Intermittent fasting: Why aggressively cutting food intake may do more harm than good 25/08/2025 CNBCTV18 
https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/healthcare/intermittent-fasting-why-aggressively- cutting-food-intake-may-do-more-harm-than-good-19658814.htm Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

71. Trendy weight loss diet linked to 135% higher death risk: Unexpected heart threat found in new research 31/08/2025 The Economic Times
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/intermittent-fasting-linked-  to-135-higher-death-risk-weight-loss-diet-carries-unexpected-heart-
threat/articleshow/123616475.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text & utm_campaign=cppst Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc

72. Health Talk: Eating in 8-hour window may raise heart risk by 135%, study saysn 31/08/2025 Hindustan Times Rhythma Kaulhttps://www.hindustantimes.com/india- news/health-talk-eating-in-8-hour-window-may-raise-heart-risk-by-135-study-says- 101756638811715.html Dr. Anoop Misra Fortis Cdoc