Winter is the most exciting seasons of the year and the entire atmosphere is filled with snow and chill wind. However, this is also a season that is prone to lot of diseases like cold, flu, frost nip, frostbite and many more. With little precaution, you can enjoy this season without falling sick. During winters our body tends to produce warmth and maintain the balance. But we need to guard against the extreme cold weather that may actually lead to many other diseases. Proper apparel is essential to safeguard from the extreme weather. Nights ... Read More...

There are days in my life when I feel lonely and gloomy. I usually grab my favourite food that day, and eat like there is no tomorrow. There must be days in your life too, when on your way back to home from office, you stop at a drive-through to pick up some of your favourite food stuff and gorge on to it like you are going to die next minute! There is nothing to be ashamed to the fact that food definitely makes up happier (though afterwards it makes us bloated and greasy!). Good food hits the brain like a drug. There are also other times, w... Read More...

The key to understanding your mind is questioning yourself. When right questions are asked, you learn to think powerful life-changing thoughts. The discovery of self begins with one simple question: who am I? Just like a child that perceives the world completely differently, adults also should take time to understand and evaluate themselves by questioning their intellect. Questioning yourself first: •Questioning yourself first is essential to critical thinking. An insight into personal dreams and goals can only be found by asking per... Read More...

Most of us crave for sweets. It could be when we are lonely, or when one is missing some one, happy, celebrating, depressed, having PMS…….or simply craving! But what should we do if you are craving for sweets that add to your weight issues? What if you are craving for sweets regularly?  What if you are into a habit of eating something sweet after a heavy meal? 1.You have to plan. Most people crave for food when their blood sugar levels drop below normal. So why let them drop? Develop your eating habits in such a way tha... Read More...

Everyone says breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast means to break your fast (the previous nights). But still less than 20% of people eat breakfast every day. Why? The reasons are many •No time (really) •I can’t eat in the mornings (have you tried?) •It’s so difficult to cook in the mornings? •I am not hungry…. besides many other reasons. Ok let us just see a few quick benefits: 1.Increases productivity (HR people must insist on employees having breakfasts!) 2.Kids who... Read More...

Jogging is proven to be a very good exercise regime. But there are many people who jog during summers but avoid the same during winters. Exercise is a regular regime that needs to be followed all through the year irrespective of the season or climate. To keep yourself fit, do not change your regular physical activities. Our body gets toned to the routine and thereby can fight back other external factors. It’s a myth that one might catch flu just by walking outdoors during winter. Our body generates natural heat during winter to keep wa... Read More...

A rounder waist not only minimizes a woman's attractiveness but also increases health problems. It is imperative to get rid of the fat around the belly area and have a toned and healthy body. Cardio works wonders when it comes to shedding that extra fat. But when the fat comes off, the waist still looks bulky and rounder. That's why you should try some exercises that are specific to the waist and make it well-toned.   Dumbbell Side Bends Stand on your feet while keeping them shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. Place... Read More...

Dancing and grooving to the tunes in an energy filled party can be exhausting. Though the food is tempting and the liquor is irresistible, you often feel famished once you reach home after the party. Many a times, the hunger is just psychological or you are too dizzy to realise what you feel like. The first step to manage the hunger is to differentiate between being hungry and just craving for food. Start with drinking lots of water slowly and then wait for few minutes for the cravings/hunger to subside. If you are still feeling hungry, probabl... Read More...

So, it's not the season of mangoes. It's upsetting, but winter also brings along a bagful of fruity delights. The winter fruits are not only savory rich, but also full of antioxidants and vitamins that help keep the skin glowing and smooth as well as promote good health. Here is a list of 10 best fruits to fill up on this season. Oranges Tangy and savory, oranges are citrus fruits that provide a good amount of vitamin C to the body. Oranges help the body to fight free radicals and maintain excellent health. From the family, blood or... Read More...

A sole is the underside of the shoe. Sometimes, also referred to as the outsole of the shoe, this part comes directly contact with the ground. The sole of the shoe is often the part that wears out first, but some shoes can be re-soled by a shoe repair shop. Soles can be made of a variety of materials like leather, rubber etc. Before the 20th century, shoes were made exclusively of leather. Since the 70s, shoes made of plastic, rubber and synthetic materials made from petrochemicals came into fashion. Comfort and affordable prices increased t... Read More...

Menopause affects women emotionally and physically. It is a normal process of ageing, where a woman is no longer fertile. It saps the energy of a woman, and is accompanied with feelings of loneliness, sadness and loss. The changes in the hormones and the reduction in the progesterone and estrogen lead to these experiences. These are some of the effects of menopause: •Lower fertility rates •Irregular periods Symptoms of menopause are as follows: •Vaginal dryness •Disturbed sleep •Hot flashes •Mood... Read More...

Sitting in the right posture can help women avoid join, muscle and back pain. If women suffer from back pain, one of the reasons could be a bad sitting posture. The reasons why women suffer from bad posture are poor sitting habits, ill fitted bras that lead to unevenly distributed body weight. At time, pregnancy of any disease might result in the shift to a bad posture. To sit up straight one needs a balanced pelvis, along with the strengthening of vital muscles and a clear understanding of what an ideal body alignment is. Bad habits are easy t... Read More...