Health & Fitness

We have often heard our elders telling us to not take a bath after meals. The Ayurveda too strongly recommends against it. But, there’s more — it is not just taking a bath, experts say that certain other bathing habits, which are extremely common, have the potential to affect the digestive system and overall health….

Hair Straighteners are one of the most commonly used Chemicals in beauty salons. Increasing number of women wants to keep up with the fashion trends and are using it very frequently. But does it pave the way for Uterine Cancer? Women who use chemical hair straighteners frequently could have a higher risk of developing uterine…

Period Crunch,  a creation by intimate wellness brand INTIMINA is a menstrual-themed breakfast, featuring womb-shaped cereal, that has been launched in a bid to kickstart conversations about periods in the home. The new product hopes to initiate the lack of period conversations among friends and family Each and every raspberry-flavoured piece of the cereal is…

People are becoming concerned about weight loss and as beautiful as it is to say that all body types are as beautiful as oneself, it is not a lie to say that being overweight can lead to various diseases. So now many people follow a variety of strategies to control weight. However, almost everyone will…

The World Health Organization says long Covid starts three months after the original bout of illness or positive test result, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sets the timeline at just after one month. A large electronic health records study found that survivors are indeed at increased risk of mood and anxiety disorders in…

Maintaining a healthy weight or losing excess body fat can become harder as you cross 50 years of age. Unhealthy habits, a mostly sedentary lifestyle, poor dietary choices, and metabolic changes can all contribute to weight gain. However, with a few simple adjustments, you can lose weight at any age — regardless of your physical capabilities…

A regular work out along with a balanced diet can help us keep our bodies physcially fit. Our mental health condition too needs to be taken care of. Meditation is like a workout for our mind. Usually practised after yoga or as a stand-alone, meditation helps recharge our minds.Amid trying to balance work-life, even as…

Black Raisins are bite-sized, pockets of flavour with wrinkled skin and a juicy interior and known to all, it is found in almost all Indian desserts. From reducing hair loss, eliminating impurities from the blood, and reducing high blood pressure to keeping anaemia at bay, black raisins are a wonderful addition to your diet as…

Uncertainty causes stress and it’s normal to find yourself worrying about future events every now and then. But as this stress grows in you the excessive thoughts about the future can lead to anticipatory anxiety — a fear of unpredictable future events, which is sometimes a symptom of anxiety disorders. This is something I often…

Flabby stomachs, a hunching back can lead to improper postures which would eventually lead to the risk of suffering muscle injuries, back pains and weight gain. It’s important to ensure your core is fit and you’ll be interested to find out what Rob Wagener, NASM certified personal trainer and nutrition coach with Fizzness Shizzness suggests…

There aren’t many among us who can deny the charm and delightful, creamy allure of the avocado. It turns a so-so salad into a crazy-good one and ordinary toast into mouthwatering tartines. It’s the ultimate all-in-one food, both nutritious and delicious. There aren’t many fruits that can be used to make sweet and savory meals…

Many of us know about the benefits of guava fruit but we might not be aware of the fact that even its leaves have several medicinal properties and thus offers many health benefits. Fresh guava leaves contain antioxidants, antibacterial & anti-inflammatory properties and helpful tannins, therefore is considered as a natural pain reliever. The chemicals…