NOTE FROM TED: Please do not look to this talk for medical advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal approach to and understanding of gut health, lifestyle, and disease. Several claims, such as those around food and epigenetics, lack scientific support. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfWe Have the Best Medical Care in History—So Why Are We Still So Sick?In this powerful talk, ex-Pharma Scientist Ruby Saharan reveals the truth she learned after losing both parents to preventable chronic diseases.But this isn’t just a personal story. It’s a global problem.Has YOUR body ever thrown YOU warning signs? Have you ever wondered:? “Why am I doing everything ‘right’—and still feeling off?”? “What if there’s more to my symptoms than stress or aging?”Drawing on over two decades of scientific expertise in health, Ruby reveals truths that few in mainstream healthcare are talking about: What silently controls your hormones, mood, inflammation, and disease risk?How the majority of hospital visits could be avoided?Why food is way more important than you think?Why is it important to get to the root cause, instead of masking symptoms?Ruby Saharan originally trained as a Pharmacologist and is the driving force behind Jigsaw Scientific, a Telehealth Practice with Global reach.With over 18 years experience in healthcare, Ruby empowers professionals to regain command of their health for better performance at work and home.She has previously held positions at Senior level for Fortune 500 companies, and understands the pressures of balancing career with family and health.Having lost both her parents at early ages to chronic diseases, her personal journey inspired her to help others, and she founded her Scientific Wellness company.Using AI-powered testing, personalized nutrition, and practical lifestyle strategies, she is empowering women worldwide to overcome food intolerances, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances—proving that true health starts from withinHer mission is simple: To be the voice of change for the way our healthcare system deals with chronic disease. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of inner child therapy and emotional healing. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfIn this deeply personal talk, Hyesha Barrett explores how our early childhood experiences shape the way we see ourselves, form relationships, and raise our children. Through powerful storytelling and personal reflection, she invites us to look inward—not to stay in the past, but to better understand the present.This talk is for anyone who wants to break patterns of conventional parenting and create a more intentional connection with their children. By learning to recognize and respond to the parts of ourselves that were overlooked in childhood, we can show up with greater presence, compassion, and authenticity. True generational change begins when we choose to listen to what was once left unheard. Hyesha Barrett is a Conscious Parenting Strategist with a rich tapestry of experiences, passions and skills that reflect her diverse background. Born in Hong Kong, having lived in 6 countries and travelled to nearly 100, Hyesha's journey has been a fusion of cultural immersion and personal growth. Educated in France and the U.K., Hyesha's career trajectory has been as eclectic as her upbringing. From journalism to event management, project management, Feng Shui and Energy Medicine, she has honed a multifaceted skill set over the years. Hyesha is currently up leveling her skill set and training to become a Conscious Parenting Strategist, believing that the majority of change can be gained through building a deeper relationship with our inner child, while healing the misunderstandings of our pasts. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In this inspiring TEDx talk, Lead Experience Designer Adriana Magni explores the transformative potential of prototyping and testing as a vital life skill for navigating challenges and achieving goals.With insights drawn from designing interactive experiences for museums and brands, including work for LEGO House, Adriana challenges perspectives and inspires new ways of thinking about prototyping to overcome uncertainty, spark creativity, and move forward with confidence.Whether you're designing an experience or rethinking your career, this talk will shift your perspective on failure, equipping you with a powerful mindset for innovation and personal growth.Watch now and start building your way forward!Adriana is a Lead Experience Designer with a deep passion for creating experiences that resonate, connect and leave a positive imprint. As an Argentinian working internationally, she has sharpened her expertise in designing interactive exhibits for renowned museums and global brands. She has dedicated her work to exploring methods to bridge the gap between users and designers, using empathy and innovation as a foundation to create experiences that truly matter.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In India, we often imagine the power of technology through the lens of shiny IT hubs and elite coders. But as Praveen Srivatsa shows, the real digital revolution is unfolding in unexpected places, temples livestreaming rituals over WhatsApp and UPI, fishermen boosting their incomes with mobile auctions, and rural students learning with AI tutors. These stories reveal how innovation, when made accessible, can radically transform lives.Mr. Praveen Srivatsa at TEDx IIHMRU, Jaipur, shared his vision of “Democratizing Innovation for Social Impact.” He argues that true progress lies not in dependence on big tech providers but in building local capacity, empowering communities to create, adapt, and sustain solutions for themselves. His work with young non-engineering graduates who have developed AI-driven tools for schools, NGOs, and healthcare illustrates that talent and ingenuity exist everywhere, if only given the chance.He imagines a future where micro-innovation centers flourish across India’s 800 districts, bridging startups, CSR initiatives, senior mentors, and grassroots innovators to drive inclusive growth. Learn how democratizing technology can shift innovation from the hands of a few to the power of many.Praveen Srivatsa is the Founder-Director of Thinkar Foundation, a social impact-driven organization fostering open-source platforms and micro-innovation labs across India. He is a technologist, mentor, and thought leader passionate about reimagining how innovation can empower communities. Praveen Srivatsa is a champion of community-driven innovation and a seasoned consultant bridging business, technology, and social impact. As Founder of Thinkar Foundation, he trains rural students in AI/ML and emerging technologies, empowering them to solve challenges in education and local development. Alongside this grassroots work, Praveen mentors startups and enterprises, guiding teams on ideation, product design, go-to-market strategies, and fundraising. On the technology front, he architects intelligent, planet-scale solutions across Cloud, Big Data, DevOps, AI/ML, IoT, and Cognitive Services on Azure, AWS, Google, and IBM Cloud. Over the past decade, he has worked on innovations like robotic medical devices, cognitive video-based assessment systems, and digital health platforms. On the TEDx stage, he shares his vision of using technology as a catalyst for inclusive progress, where rural youth and startups alike co-create resilient, impactful solutions for the future. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

We often celebrate new medical discoveries and public health breakthroughs, but what happens when proven solutions don’t reach the people who need them most? In her talk, Dr. Piyusha shows how Implementation Research bridges the gap between knowledge and practice, ensuring that lifesaving strategies actually work in real-world contexts.Drawing from her experience with the global STRIPE project on polio eradication and her work training changemakers across Asia and Africa, she highlights the importance of context, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge translation in public health. Her vision is to empower Implementation Research, enabling communities to overcome barriers, achieve faster results, and transform health systems.Dr. Piyusha Majumdar is a global public health leader, educator, and implementation science expert with experience working alongside WHO, Johns Hopkins University, and international partners to promote health equity. She currently serves as an Associate Professor at IIHMR University, Jaipur. Dr. Piyusha Majumdar, Associate Professor at IIHMR University’s SD Gupta School of Public Health, believes research should drive real change for communities. With over a decade of experience in consultancy, development management, marketing research, and public health, she brings a unique perspective to solving critical health challenges. Beyond academia, she builds bridges between global research and grassroots outcomes, co-leading projects with Johns Hopkins, partnering with WHO/TDR, and serving as Co-Principal Investigator for the STRIPE Project. At IIHMR, she leads the Center for Implementation Science (CCIS), mentoring students to design practical, evidence-based solutions. Her expertise spans maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, gerontology, and emergency services. On the TEDx stage, she shares her vision of turning science into action—showing how evidence, rooted in empathy, can transform health outcomes and empower lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In this powerful talk, the Jas Kalra shares the stark reality of caring for abandoned senior citizens. Many of these parents, once respected professionals, are left behind by their own children—sometimes tied to shelter gates or abandoned in ambulances. The stories are heart-breaking: frail bodies, untreated wounds, and children who refuse even to claim their parents’ ashes. Jas recounts his personal journey—how he inherited the responsibility of running a shelter after his father’s passing. With no government aid or foreign support, he and his team now care for over 1,400 abandoned parents, guided not by passion but by duty, which he calls the highest human honour. His message is clear: service is not about grand gestures, but small acts of compassion—visiting an elder, helping a neighbour, or simply calling your parents. Through shared responsibility, he believes we can create a society rooted in compassion. Jas Kalra joined The Earth Saviours Foundation as Vice President in August 2021 at just 21 years old, working under the inspiring leadership of his father, the organisation’s President. Tragically, only four months later, in December 2021, his father passed away, leaving Jas to shoulder the immense responsibility of caring for 450 people. Despite this sudden loss, Jas committed himself wholeheartedly to the Foundation’s mission. Under his leadership, the organisation now provides care for over 1,400 abandoned senior citizens, mentally disabled individuals, and deprived women—whom he describes as “super-privileged” for their remarkable resilience. In honour of his father’s vision, Jas is spearheading the construction of what will be the world’s largest free-of-cost shelter home, designed to accommodate 5,000 residents. Supported by a tireless team and the blessings of well-wishers, his dedication ensures the Foundation’s mission of selfless service continues to grow stronger each day. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx