Sunday, 17 Nov, 2024

Lifestyle

Mistakes parents make when they praise their kids

With all of these sweet little phrases following our kids everywhere they go, why are they acting more helpless, less caring and more entitled than ever before We've all seen glimpses of the entitlement epidemic's - whining, negotiating and battling - in our own homes. We love our kids

7 global omelette types you can try in your kitchen

While a typical Indian Omelette contains chopped onions, green chilies and coriander leaves, the world has a variety to offer, when it comes to omelette.Khai Chiao, ThailandThis Thai style omelette will remind you of Mughlai Paratha though it contains no flour. Khai Chiao is made by

To achieve work-life balance is the ultimate challenge

To achieve the optimal work-life balance is the ultimate challenge for any woman, especially the ones who choose to work after having children. Despite practically being superwomen, the nagging guilt of not doing adequate justice to both roles is perpetual, and debilitating. However, I

Tips to remove makeup easily

While using a makeup remover is a good option, it sometimes leaves the skin dry. So, here are some tips that will help you keep the skin soft and at the same time remove makeup easily.- Baby shampoo Who said baby shampoo is only for little ones It can be used to remove eye-liners, mascara

9 natural detoxifying foods

The need to detoxify your body regularly is critical in the time of fast food and faster burnout. Detox mantras may differ — pop star Rihanna drinks coconut water because it balances out all the other toxic stuff I put into my body, while Hollywood actor Alicia Silverstone prefers to

Way you take a selfie can reveal your personality

Next time when you click a selfie with your friends, remember the way you take a selfie can actually reveal your personality, says a new study. How you would describe your own personality is pretty much in sync with what kind of selfies you take. The team at Nanyang Technological

Reasons to start eating pineapple!

Pineapples remind us of the Hawaiian beach and the fun and dance that goes along with it. This delicious tropical fruit treat is so much a staple diet in the Hawaiian diet, that when there's a sun shower in Hawaii, locals call it 'pineapple juice.' Available all the year round, pineapple

How to wear coloured mascaras!

There's one for everyone, and there is a right way to wear it, of course. Depending on the colour of your eyes, there's a coloured mascara for everyone. Available in hues of blues, greens, yellows, oranges, pinks and purple, let's have a look at what's meant for you... Brown eyes Plum and

Harmless secrets women hide from husbands

The secret to a happy marriage may be in love, trust and faithfulness as most believe, but it is also some harmless lies that keep it going.Though, some have the potential of a deeper impact. Here's a cheat sheet of so-called mistruths that women are most likely to tell their husbands...Q

BEING A PRINCESS

Representing the true spirit of today's Indian Woman, the bold and beautiful Asha Bhat is truly a princess! From being a graceful dancer to a fearless fighter, she can fire a rifle too. Asha talks about her wonderful and a successful year as Miss Diva 2014 first runner-up and an amazing

5 reasons your food must have sugar

Who said sugar is added to foods just to make it sweet Here are some more reasons to cherish it. The University of Minnesota researchers have explained the five functional properties of sugar.The first one is taste. Sugar's sweetness improves the palatability of many foods. Adding sugar

Home remedies to cure low blood pressure

In fact, it affects a large number of people worldwide. Very often people don't realise they are suffering from it and often dismiss it as an one-off case of feeling dizzy or ill. It could be a sign of a serious issue with the heart, endocrine or even signal neurological disorders. Severe

15 foods that fight osteoporosis

It is always considered that elderly women are prone to osteoporosis, but this is not true. Damage to the bone starts at an early age. In order to maintain strong and healthy bones and prevent osteoporosis, you need to take certain precautions from an early age. Today, Dr. Kamna Desai

7 most popular foods at high profile Indian weddings

Sushis, noodles, pastas, falafel and enchiladas which were quite popular a few years ago are a passe now. People are more into fusion food these days, with some Indian dishes like chaats and tikkis as permanent fixtures, as they generally balance the bland taste of continental food with

Weekly Beauty Tip

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Shimmery Lip’. Take your makeup box and try…Shimmery LipThe thought of frosted lips may channel regrettable memories of beauty mistakes past, but American socialite, model and actress Olivia Palermo showed off the right way to wear shimmer with

What’s your style?

In reality, most parents don't 'choose' a style; rather, they most often default to their natural style. Their natural style is a product of how they were raised, their views on parenting, and what has happened to them till that date. It takes work and selfawareness for a parent to choose

Best exercises for killer abs

Today, we give you the best exercises for killer abs. But remember that spot targeting is a myth and that these exercises must be part of a holistic fitness routine that works out the entire body.Understand the science behind six pack abs for a flat belly.The simple science behind six

10 interesting facts about saffron

Saffron, the lovely spice that adds colour and heavenly aroma to food, derives its name from the latin word safranum. Some also believe that it has drawn from the Arabic word zafaran meaning yellow.It is valued for its varied uses-from being a gourmet ingredient to being an aphrodisiac.

Top 20 tips to manage cholesterol levels

Besides your genes, your lifestyle also plays a major role in helping you fight cholesterol. Try these simple tips shared by Sunita Pathania - Sr. Registered Dietician and Diabetes Educator, Healthy Living Diet Clinic, Mumbai and you will be to life a cholesterol free life.Tip to manage

15 foods that fight osteoporosis

It is always considered that elderly women are prone to osteoporosis, but this is not true. Damage to the bone starts at an early age. In order to maintain strong and healthy bones and prevent osteoporosis, you need to take certain precautions from an early age. Today, Dr. Kamna Desai