An apple a day may have been the key to keeping the doctor away, but with 'prevention being better than cure' in today's world, a regular check up should be first among your list of 'things to do'.
Staying healthy isn't just about diet and exercise. Read More...
Protect Your Skin From Sun and Pollution
The weather is getting all hot and smoggy. You are wondering how your skin deals with the pollution our cities seem to be breathing under. Common sense tips certainly include the basics like drinking lots of water. Read More...
Play Games For a Happy Family Bond
"Using time for fun activities reinforces the idea that you can take pleasure in the mundane parts of life" says Cynthia Copeland author of Fun on the Run 324 Instant Family Activities. Read More...
Top Super Foods for Super Women
Every woman must take care of her health and well being. Twentieth century is not limited to household chores. Read More...
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
3 big bread slices cut fine
1/2 cup yoghurt beaten well
1/2 big tomato finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon chilli powder
2 green chillies Read More...
Aaloo Poshto (Bengali Style)
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
3 big potatoes peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon poppy seeds roasted
11/2 whole dry red chilli
11/2 green chilli
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
11/2 tablespoon oil
11/2 cup water
Salt to taste
Chopped fresh coriand Read More...
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
150 grams paneer (crumbled)
1 big potato boiled and mashed
1 big slice bread
1/2 onion finely chopped
1 green chilli finely chopped
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped
Oil for sha Read More...
Diabetes
Diabetes is characterized by an abnormally high level of blood glucose in the urine. It results from relative lack of insulin which leads to abnormalities in carbohydrate metabolism and the metabolism of protein and fat. Ancient scholars of Ayurveda Read More...
Bleeding Nose
Though a bleeding nose may be a sign of a vitamin deficiency or high blood pressure, it is usually caused by a blow or overexcitement. It is considered a safety valve and should therefore be allowed to continue for at least 5 minutes. By that time it Read More...
Painful Menstruation
Also known as dysmenorrhoea, menstrual cramps can affect as many as eight out of ten women at some point of their lives. Medical science proposes that primarily dysmenorrhoea is caused by excess production of prostaglandins (a hormone which regulates Read More...
Migraine
Migraine is a terrible headache that tends to recur and is often accompanied by a feeling of nausea. The pain is usually felt on one side of the head. It usually occurs when a person is under great mental stress or has suddenly got over that state. I Read More...
Kidney Stones
The formation of kidney stones in kidney or urinary tract is a common disorder. People whose diet is rich in animal protein and low in fiber or fluids are at higher risk of developing kidney stones. People between the age of 20 to 40 years are more l Read More...
Eat Italian, Live Longer
Mediterranean is the way to diet. It is a known fact that the diet from Tuscany is known to prevent heart disease and is also healthy for weight maintenance. But I wonder, why it is observed that the Western as well urban Asian population is growing Read More...
World Hepatitis Day-27th July
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver due to a viral infection of the liver or injury caused by a chemical toxin that is associated with damage or death of the liver cells. Hepatitis is a disease that can be caused by a variety of different virus Read More...
Henna Handover
Henna or Mehndi
Over the years, henna has acquired the global status of a cultural cosmetic. Thanks to Lawsonia inermis – the small shrub, responsible for leaving behind a blazing trail of orange red lacework patterns or intricate designs on t Read More...
Should you eat protein before exercise, or after?
Eating protein after exercising may help rev up the body's muscle-making machinery, in both young and older men. Experts suggest that exercising before consuming protein may help the body put those nutrients to greater muscle-building use. Read More...
The Right Diet for the Right Complexion
“Health is Wealth.” Hence, it is always important to uphold the value of proper eating and living a healthy lifestyle in order to stay in shape. Most of the people believe in this.
However, being healthy is not only constrained on having Read More...
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Veg Wholesome Meal
A quarter plate of tomato basil penne with a teaspoon of cheddar cheese and an orange.