For the sake of their future born’s safety, pregnant women try to give up on anything potentially harmful – cigarettes, alcohol, caffeine, fatty foods, too much sugar, the list goes on. To compensate for the lack of guilty pleasures, mothers-to-be usually turn to more acceptable options, one of the most popular these days being Matcha …
Is Inflammation Affecting Your Training & Recovery?
Inflammation is a natural response in the body, and to some degree, it is necessary to promote internal healing and recovery. There are two kinds of inflammation which have entirely different causes and effects on training and recovery. How inflammation affects your training and recovery depends on which type of inflammation you are experiencing. 1. …
Rainy-day snacks? Try handvo and turmeric latte for a change
Rev up the cool monsoon days with interesting savouriesThere’s nothing more enjoyable than sitting at home by the window, looking at the rain while sipping on some tea and tucking into piping hot and crispy pakoras or bhajiyas. There are a lot of other snacks and beverages you could try, too. Says Mumbai-based consultant chef …
Why we need antioxidants and how to consume more every day
To live a long and healthy life we should all maintain a healthy lifestyle which includes getting enough sleep, reducing stress levels and eating healthily. But there is so much more you can do to improve your health as shown in a book with the top tips from a doctor and medical journalist, Dr Trisha …
The story of Fortune Cookies and the little messages inside them
01/4Fortune Cookies: The symbol of luck and wisdom Prepared with flour, oil, sugar and vanilla, fortune cookies are sweet and crispy cookies that consist of a small piece of paper that carries a prophecy or message. The exact origin of the fortune cookies is still not known but it is believed that they might have …
5 Ways to Conquer the Post-Honeymoon Blues
Most couples expect to feel refreshed and rejuvenated after returning from their honeymoon. With the tediously stressful tasks of wedding planning behind them, they're finally free enjoy the first few weeks of married life together. But, sometimes, the end of the vacation doesn't bring those expected feelings of happiness, and the couple may fall victim …
Kareena Kapoor Khan shares picture of Taimur’s healthy plate
Is your kid a fussy eater or hates gorging on fruits? Then you must take cue from Kareena Kapoor Khan who believes in adding healthy fruits to Taimur’s plate. Recently, Kareena Kapoor Khan took to her Instagram handle to share a picture of a colourful and vibrant plate of assorted fruits for her little kid …
Most expensive wines from around the world
01/7Here are some of the most expensive and vintage wines of the world If you are a wine lover and think that wines are already expensive enough, wait till you read this article. ‘Aged like fine wine’ is a well known phrase and holds true to its meaning. Older the wine, the better it tastes. …
Everything You Need to Know About Allergy Patch Testing
If you have a rash that you can't seem to shake, you may be tempted to call your dermatologist to set up an allergy screening. And for good reason: Knowing the root cause of your allergy symptoms is one of the first steps you need to take in order to treat them. However, before you show …
Here’s Why Having a Healthy Sleep Routine Is So Important
Here's something that might keep you up at night: as many as 70 million adults in America have a sleeping disorder, be it insomnia, sleep apnea, or chronic sleep deprivation. And while certain medical conditions and medications can contribute to the the onset of these disorders, a large contributor is (not surprisingly!) the lack of …