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Often, we hear allopathic doctors say, “Numbers don’t lie.” Perhaps, those words hold true in a broad sense, though occasional hiccups, misleading readings, inaccuracies, or even false reports cannot be entirely ruled out. By and large, a routine health check-up, with scans and blood tests, offers valuable insight into our internal well-being, even if no report is entirely flawless. In contrast, physical appearances, however healthy we may seem on the outside, cannot always reveal hidden disorders or diseases.
Much like physical health, an outwardly comfortable lifestyle and generous spending can be deceptive, creating an illusion of prosperity while masking a far more fragile financial reality beneath.
Published – April 13, 2026 06:10 am IST
