For all the coffee addicts out there, it’s time for some good news. For as long as we remember, we were told that cup of coffee wakes you up – acts as a stimulant and interferes with sleep. But latest research out of the United Kingdom and Japan has suggested that drinking a cup of…
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By Guest Blogger Ritu Bedi I am a recent ovarian cancer (stage 3C) survivor. I am a young professional, working with IBM and led an active and exciting life until May 2013, when my world was shattered by a diagnosis of cancer. What I thought were stomach cramps turned out to be the symptoms…
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“Its clothes that wear us, and not we them,” said writer Virginia Woolf. She wasn’t too off the mark. But is it really worth it? No, for we are putting ourselves at risk with what may seemingly look like innocuous fashion trends. Here’s how. They make you feel tall and statuesque; high heels do. But…
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The gadgets and tools that fill your kitchen can do more than help you get meals on the table — they can help you and your loved ones eat more healthfully. Black cast-iron skillets and pots can do everything their metal counterparts can, and they’re known for their durability and ability to maintain heat evenly.…
Read MoreRefreshing and purging, this parsley and kale smoothie is perfect for summer as it hydrates and cleanses the entire body. Ingredients 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley along with the leaves and stems. 4 kale leaves. Remove the centre ribs. 1 cup frozen berries such as strawberries or raspberries for taste. 1 banana chopped. 1 teaspoon crushed…
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Menopause can be one of the most challenging stages of a woman’s life. As raging hormones take over your life, you could start feeling too overwhelmed to handle even simple every day activities and on some days just wish you could go in to hibernation where you don’t have to put up with annoying neighbours…
Read MoreThere are many reasons for Ghee having gained a bad reputation amongst those who are diet-conscious. Yes, Ghee is composed of saturated fats and can lead to obesity if eaten in huge portions. However, the key is to eat ghee made from cow’s milk, and also find a pure, organic version that doesn’t include any…
Read MoreGinger is one item which is distinctive and either you will love it or hate it. But if you are athlete or play a sport, there are some good reasons why you should incorporate ginger in your diet more regularly. It Helps Deal with Nausea If you want to cool an unstable stomach, then ginger…
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Sweets are bad. Sugar is like crack. Give up sugar and feel better. Sugar is killing us, How many times have we heard lines that that? Too many times. But it’s the holidays and maybe, just maybe we can take a break from compulsive behavior to eat ‘right’ and take a break. And what better…
Read MoreDo you depend on TV-taught Pranayam for your daily dose of exercise? Today many experts are concerned about the dangers of the TV-yoga craze. You find people selling “Kapalbhati” as a short cut to improved health, as it has grown immensely popular because of its merits as a potent stress reliever. However, the truth is…
Read MoreMost families don’t think about what contaminants could be lurking in their indoor air, so environmental health experts put two average homes to the test as part of a new pilot study. Two families – one in New York and one in suburban Los Angeles – were asked to run an air purifier in their…
Read MoreU.S. health regulators are warning doctors and women of child-bearing age that half-a-dozen medications used to treat migraine headaches can decrease children’s intelligence if taken while their mothers are pregnant. The Food and Drug Administration said Monday that the drugs, including Depakote and Depacon, should never be taken by pregnant women for the prevention of…
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