{
  "id": 18962067,
  "title": "Imran Khan shares his health and skincare essentials: ‘These are non-negotiables’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/imran-khan-shares-his-health-and-skincare-essentials-these-are-non",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-08T15:30:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/imran-khan-shares-his-health-and-skincare-essentials-these-are-non-negotiables-10848879/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Imran Khan, the former Bollywood actor, has opened up about his wellness routine in an interview with Hollywood Reporter India. According to Khan, the key components of his wellness toolkit are sleep, hydration, fish oils, multivitamins, retinol, and hydrating serums. Khan emphasized the importance of being present in one's own body, advising people to focus on living in the moment.\n\nDr. Akshay Budhraja, a senior consultant and head of the Respiratory & Sleep Medicine department at Aakash Healthcare, highlighted the significance of good sleep for overall physical and mental well-being. He explained that adequate sleep allows the brain to clear waste, repair itself, and store memories. Poor sleep can lead to a range of health issues, including high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, anxiety, obesity, and memory decline.\n\nBudhraja also discussed the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids for brain, heart, and eye health. Found naturally in fish, walnuts, flax seeds, and some plant oils, omega-3s can help reduce inflammation and support heart health, as well as memory and mood in some individuals. However, he noted that supplements may not be necessary for those with a balanced diet rich in fish or plant sources. Supplements are more beneficial for individuals with deficiencies or poor diets.\n\nSanchi Tiwari, a nutritionist at Lord’s Mark Biotech, stressed the importance of listening to the body's thirst cues to determine hydration needs. Dark yellow urine can be an indicator of dehydration, which can impair kidney function and lead to a dark yellow appearance. Tiwari suggested that a simple skincare routine, including cleansing, moisturising, daily sunscreen, hydration, and a healthy lifestyle, is crucial for maintaining healthy skin. Dr. Meenu Malik, a consultant dermatologist, added that retinol can be beneficial for aging skin as it boosts collagen, reduces skin pigmentation, and treats fine lines. However, she cautioned that retinol may irritate or dry out sensitive skin, emphasizing the importance of choosing products suited to one's skin type.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Imran Khan shares his wellness essentials: sleep, hydration, fish oils",
    "Sleep aids brain repair and memory storage, poor sleep leads to health issues",
    "Hydration and retinol benefit skin health, sensitive skin may need caution"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}