Sunday, 17 Nov, 2024

Lifestyle

Veggie diet effective for treating Type 2 diabetes

According to the George Washington University researchers, a healthy vegetable-based diet could notably boost blood sugar levels and study’s author Dr Neal Barnard said that “no drug came close to offering those with diabetes this kind of relief,” the Daily Express reported.He added

Natural ways to make your hair grow faster

Trim your hair every month The ideal way to ensure that your hair grows faster is by trimming your hair every four to eight weeks. Since your hair grows from the roots, by the time it grows out, the end of your gets split ends because of which your hair gets damaged and rough. Trimming

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.Synthetic

Maharajas' Express the most expensive train in India

Maharajas' Express the most expensive train in India Photo by  Simon Pielow, Creative Commons Attribution LicenceOperating since January 2010, Maharajas' Express is the newest luxury train of Indian Railways and easily one of the most expensive in Asia. For eight days, this pan India

Home remedies for seasonal skin and hair woes

We list down a few common beauty problems and their simple home remedies.SKIN ISSUESDuring summer, the strong UV rays of the sun can burn the outer layer of the skin and cause darkening of the skin and pigmentation.Solution Whenever you step out of the house, apart from applying a

Create a container garden in your home

Map the area where you want to make the gardenSince this type of a garden can make your home look cluttered, always select one specific area in your house where you would like to have it. This can be a space, either in your living area, your balcony or a place in your dining room.Go for

Weekly Beauty Tip

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Hairline Braid’. Take your makeup box and try…Hairline BraidIf you’re in a time crunch but want to create a polished style, opt for a hairline braid like American actress, singer and dancer Dianna Agron’s.We love how her simple plait adds

Myths and Sunscreen Facts Top 6 Sun Myths Debunked

Did you know that even a short walk to that café down the street or the bus stop every morning can result in skin damage Simply, because even a few minutes in the sun are enough to cause sun damage to your skin. The harmful UV rays penetrate your skin, causing deep skin damage that later

Be a good role model for your child

The next time you fly off the handle or behave badly in front of your child, realise that your behaviour and actions can influence them — and not in a good way. Kids can be very impressionable, so much so, that they tend to pick up good as well as bad habits very fast. This is why you

All you need to know about migraine headaches

Migraine is a common type of headache that results in pain in one or both sides of the head. It usually lasts between 2 – 6 hours and can be moderate to severe in intensity. Sometimes migraine headaches can last for days.How do migraine headaches typically occur?Migraine can affect

Relaxing' massage gives body's immune system a boost

Love going for that occasional massage appointment in the nearest spa Well, now there is a reason to increase the frequency of your visit to the massage parlour-it actually boosts your immune system.Researchers in Cedars-Sinai's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences have

Drinking gallons of water does erase wrinkles

London Recent research suggests that not only does water help the skin, but the extent to which it makes a difference may vary depending on the type one drinks.Doctors and nutritionists agree that drinking at least eight glasses of water daily helps maintain a clear, youthful complexion.

Diet soda increases belly fat Study

If you drink diet soda thinking it will help you shed unwanted belly fat, nothing could be further from the truth, says a new study.For the study, researchers gathered data on health status and lifestyles of 749 men and women aged 65 and older, and then tracked the health outcomes in 466

Your smartphone can cause premature skin ageing

While we know that addiction to technology can lead to serious health issues like headaches, neck cricks, aching shoulders, pain in the back etc., the world is now discussing its cosmetic hazards.Most people, especially women, spend more than two hours a day, constantly looking down into

How to eat healthy everyday

And should we still be using sweeteners or sticking with skimmed milk To cut through all the confusion, we provide a guide that will help you make healthier food choices every day.Butter VS spread According to nutritionists, butter is natural whereas spreads and margarines are highly

4 kitchen hacks to help you save time

How many of us have put off the task of cooking a meal simply because it is too time-consuming or the mere thought of dishing up an extensive meal seems too daunting For those who are nodding in agreement, there is help at hand. Here are a few kitchen hacks, that will not only make

White Sugar vs Brown Sugar

Brown and white sugars are two of the most used types of sugar. There is a myth that says brown sugar is more nutritious than white although this belief is not proven. Brown sugar contains water and molasses and is sweeter than the white version. But which of the two is really more

Best and Worst Nuts for Your Health

If you are looking for supermarket shelves that are packed with nutrients, then look no further in the nuts section. It houses a wide range of nut options that regards your health with high value. As you scan the products, make sure that you read the labels. It is because some contain

12 Signs Your Husband Is Your Best Friend

  1. You'd rather spend a night hanging out on the couch with him than have a girls' night. Doing nothing with him almost always winds up being better than anything else.   2. He tells you literally everything. You wind up hearing all the secret dudes only gossip because he doesn't

Turn your bath area into a glam zone

Here is how can make your bathroom the best place in your houseDeck up the interiorsStarting from the bath tub to the bathroom fittings, make sure there is class and plan the combinations out. Match the colour of the walls with that of the bathtub or choose reverse colours or contrast