Friday, 15 Nov, 2024

Lifestyle

For long lasting relationships

Relationships are complex dynamics and it takes time, involvement and constant indulgence to keep it going. But they are actually not as hard as it sounds. It only takes some heart and little bit of mind to make them last long. Be involved: Any relationship needs involvement. Be it with

Natural wonder – Wheatgrass

Wheatgrass is a common wheat plant (it belongs to the wheat family), which looks like a lot like lawn grass. In the west, consumption of wheatgrass started in the 1930s as a result of experiments conducted by Charles F Schnabel, an agricultural chemist. In his first experiment, he used

Fact or Myth – The health quiz

This is good, that is bad, don’t have that after sunset, sleep with your head in that direction – when it comes to health, the list of directives just goes on and on! But what is true and what is not quite? Take this quiz to find out. There’s so much health information we’re

Tips to correctly check your blood sugar

Monitoring your blood sugar level is an integral part of managing diabetes successfully and blood glucose meters help you do this in the comforts of your home! Managing your blood sugar level is very important if you are a diabetic. And these days, you don’t really have to run to a

You can’t change a man!

Women often complain that they change their identity for a man they love, but the man never changes for them... Mita had a boyfriend called Manish and as he worked at the hotel coffee shop, he never came back home before 2 am. Mita used to keep happy texting him and also be up till the

Make your clothes last longer

Does it happen with you that your clothes worn out too quickly? Follow these steps. Clothes have their own life, but what if you could make your clothes longer than they normally would? That would be saving up on clothes that you can spend on many other interesting things. Wash your

Can anyone have it all?

Top-notch executive Indra Nooyi's statement, "Women can't have it all", has raised the career vs home debate yet again. This time, setting aside stereotypes, we ask a basic question: "I don't think women can have it all. I just don't think so. We pretend we have it all. We pretend we can

Your boss uses social media more than you!

If you log on to your Facebook account while at work, you have now less reason to be apprehensive as researchers have found that top managers are the ones who use private social media most for personal purposes during working hours. "It is very interesting that top executives, who are

How to get over your ex

And that would be great news if it was you. But what do you do if it's your ex who's moved on first? We have all been there. A relationship ends usually in tears and numerous fights. And while that hurts, it's nothing compared to the call that you are eventually going to get -one that

Home remedies to cure dry, flaky skin

Dry skin is a horrible problem to have. People suffer from stretchy, white looking skin that may even crack and bleed. Not only that, dry skin causes itchiness and discomfort too. Here are a few home remedies you can use to solve the problem. Banana pack - Mash one ripe or over ripe

Weekly Beauty Tip

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Julianne Hough’s Knotted Faux-Braid’. Take your makeup box and try…  Julianne Hough’s Knotted Faux-Braid  Who: Julianne Hough  The Expert: While Julianne actually did this look herself (so cool!), her celebrity hairstylist Riawna

Top 5 Healthy Fats for Glowing Skin

So, you want naturally glowing skin and you've tried everything, right? Maybe you're looking in the wrong place: The answer might be hiding in the foods you're eating or not eating. Try these five glow-getting foods to get that healthy sun-kissed look just in time for the summer sunshine!

How wrong hair style can leave you bald!

A new study has found that the way you style your hair, along with the styling tools you use, can cause significant hair damage. This damage can cause your hair to look brittle, frizzy and lackluster or even fall out. The good news is that you can prevent damage by following tips from

5 must have makeup brushes for a flawless face

Sable hair brushes and Synthetic fibre brushes: Which ones to use for what? Sable hair brushes are soft and of the best quality since they are made of natural hair. These last for a long time if maintained well. Sable hair brushes are used for makeup products that are applied dry.

Too Much Exercise Can Be Deadly For Heart Disease Sufferers

The claim: Physical activity is beneficial for those living with heart disease. But too much intense exercise may up your risk of death from a heart attack or stroke, finds a new study appearing in BMJ. The research: Among more than 1,000 people diagnosed with stable coronary artery

Ginger Shown To Lower Blood Sugar

Ginger, the spice that puts a kick in your favorite foods, has been a go-to medicine for eons, being used to treat ailments such as colds, motion sickness, and arthritis pain. Now, it looks like the spice can lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study by

9 Science-Backed Tips For Living Longer

From the booming anti-aging supplement industry to scientists in the lab, everyone wants to know the secrets of a long and healthy—even Google. Just last week, scientists made discoveries related to life-expectancy by studying the blood of a 115-year-old woman, and new research out this

Eyeliner that Actually Makes Your Eyes Look Bigger

Raise your hand if you've been here before: You stand in front of the mirror in the morning, liner in hand, ready to make your eyes look as dazzling as possible. You use a light touch and a steady hand--you're an Allure reader, after all--but when you step back, you realize the skinny

5 kitchen appliance trends that live up to the hype

If you're remodeling the kitchen, or just swapping out an old dishwasher, range, or refrigerator, you're probably hearing about a lot of innovations as you comparison shop. After testing hundreds of new appliances, we can tell you that some of the claims are little more than marketing

5 Delicious Ways to Make Junk Food Less Junky

At one point we all realize we can't live on the donuts and pizza we all loved as kids, and have to make the smarter (but less fun) decision to fuel up with healthier fare like sweet potatoes, salmon and vegetables. Although we know a balanced diet will lead to better performance on and