NY Indian consulate holds panel for Ayurveda Day
New York, Sep 28: The Indian mission here celebrated the 10th Ayurveda Day with a panel discussion that focused on nutrition within the ancient Indian medical system.
The panel emphasised how “Ayurveda’s time-tested principles guide balanced nutrition, holistic health & mental well-being,” the Consulate General of India in New York said in a post on X on Saturday.
The theme for this year’s Ayurveda Day, which is observed on September 23, was ‘Ayurveda for People & Planet,’ emphasising that Ayurveda is not just a healthcare system but a science rooted in the principle of harmony between the individual and the environment.
Consul General Binaya Pradhan highlighted the growing popularity of Ayurveda in the US and the increasing interest in its holistic approach.
At the event in New York, ‘Nutrition 360’, a flagship initiative “promoting mindful and evidence-based nutrition” was officially launched, the Consulate added. (PTI)
Mixed emotions as Trump comments on autism
WASHINGTON, Sep 28: President Trump’s recent comments linking Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism sparked mixed reactions from autistic individuals and their families.
Many criticized the remarks for unfairly blaming mothers and promoting unproven claims, while some welcomed the increased attention to autism at the federal level.
Experts emphasize that scientific evidence does not confirm a causal link between acetaminophen and autism, and vaccine connections have been debunked.\
Parents expressed frustration over the blame placed on them, recalling outdated “refrigerator mother” theories.
Meanwhile, individuals with autism stressed that the condition is part of their identity, not a crisis to be “cured.”
Some families appreciated the focus on “profound autism” and increased research funding, highlighting the need for lifelong support.
Overall, responses reflect the diversity of the autism community, with hope for better support balanced by concerns over stigmatization and misunderstanding. (AP)
