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There are times when you might find yourself at a loss for words - not because you are embarrassed or surprised, but because you have contacted laryngitis. This might also cause a slight irritation in your throat and if you don’t happen to lose your voice altogether, all you will be able to communicate in [...]

Rosehip oil is extracted from the seeds obtained from the seedcases of a rose bush. This oil has many uses but most of them are restricted to the dermatological treatments of skin conditions, for being essentially rich in Vitamin A, Omega 6 oil, Omega 9 fatty acid, Lycopene, Beta-carotene and Vitamin C etc. No wonder [...]

Eczema is a type of skin inflammation, broadly used to denote a range of persistent skin conditions. The symptoms include revenant redness, swelling, itching, dryness, flaking, crusting and cracking. Oozing and bleeding may also occur in severe infections. Healed injuries may cause temporary discolorations. Sometimes healing lesions may form due to scratching and this may [...]

Hemp seed oil is the oil with multiple characteristics. Produced from the plants of the Cannabis genus, it is an odourless and flavourless oil. It essentially contains 80 % fatty acids yielding adinosine triphosphate useful to human metabolism. Due to the adequate omega-6 to omega-3 ratio (3:1), it is very beneficial for heart and protects [...]

Though earwax doesn’t cause any harm, most people remove it for aesthetic reasons. Sometimes it may become necessary to clean the ear off wax for a variety of reasons like infections, loss of hearing or excess wax buildup. However, earwax is definitely important for the heath of the ear. The wax protects the sensitive eardrum [...]

Echinacea, for centuries have been used by Indians in the treatment of cold, flu and other infections and also externally to treat cuts, burns, and insect bites. For the North Americans, it has rather been a “cure-all” herb for generations. However, the Europeans came to know about this magical herb much later than Native Americans, [...]

If you think that diabetes is a disease only common amongst older people, then you are wrong. The reasons for diabetes are many- hypertension, age factors, and not to forget, genes. Blame it on your fast lifestyle and unhealthy bingeing habits, today diabetes is the gravest health risk for all. Diabetes causes irregular production of [...]

Are you concerned about the dark, raccoon-like blemishes around your eyes that make you look so frightful? Dark circles are a common beauty bane, the causes of which can either be traced to your genes or poor lifestyle. These periorbital circles may bother you primarily because it makes you look older, but then it can [...]

Head lice are one of the most common parasites of the human body. Lice are those tiny bug like creatures that reside on your head and feed on your blood. Naturally, this can prove to be quite uncomfortable, not to mention a wee bit disgusting. These pests have an amazing ability to spread from one [...]

Diabetes mellitus or high blood sugar is being deemed as the number one lifestyle disease today, with more and more people falling prey to it with every passing moment. It’s not surprising to see the abnormal surge in the number of sufferers in recent years, thanks to sedentary lifestyle and poor eating habits. Before you [...]

Long, brandishing and lustrous black hair has been one of the pivotal ornaments of women, especially of the orient. The literature is rife with anecdotes of princess and queens who bewitched many royalties and great warriors with their slick, exquisite black hair. A plethora of hymns of praise has been created in their honor by [...]

Long gone are the days when plump women were considered beautiful. Modern notions of feminine beauty are dominated by an understanding that feminine beauty has all to do with an hourglass figure and that being fat amounts to being (in less than polite terms) ugly. As far as men are concerned, well, it would be [...]

It’s normal for anyone to focus primarily on quads, chest, back, arms, and hamstring exercises when planning a workout regime than target something seemingly unimportant as hips. However, did you know that working on boosting your hip strength won’t just increase your ability to lift heavy weights and prevent back problems, but also enhance your [...]

Do you shed more hair in a day than your Pomeranian pet? If yes, then it’s time to take stock of your thinning mane. There are thousands like you who are faced with the same hairy-bane. Everyone loves to sport lustrous, thick hair, unless of course you want the bald look. But most of the [...]

While shedding those extra weights might feel like moving a mountain, maintaining the weight after you have lost those extra pounds can prove to be equally difficult. As such, you will have to take extra care to maintain your weight or you will very soon find yourself on the wrong side of the weighing scale. [...]

Before starting any workout, you should spend at least five minutes doing warm up exercises. This is very essential as warming up will prepare the muscles and joints for intense activity and prevent any injury. When you do warm up exercises, you improve the circulation and the temperature of the body, making the muscles and [...]

Have you tried out all the possible ways to cast off the extra bulging flesh from your body, but to no avail? Then you must shun your erroneous ways and adopt an effective approach to get the desired result. One thing is that weight loss process doesn’t involve singular technique. It is rather a conglomeration [...]

From cough drops to mouthwashes and shampoos to pain balms, from ointments to cigarettes and toothpaste to chewing gums, the minty, cooling, odoriferous menthol makes it presence felt everywhere and in a big way. This cooling compound, derived mainly from volatile herbal oils extracted from eucalyptus, peppermint and pennyroyal, packs in a gamut of benefits [...]

Sitting at the computer desk for long hours or being a victim of long journeys results in stiff hips. The ‘hip flexors’, which are a group of muscles, determine the hips flexibility and it is easy for these hip muscles to become stiff and tight if they aren’t put into much use.  This is because [...]

Imagine you visit to a doctor who gives you a miracle drug, which when consumed, could avert and heal liver diseases, detoxify your system and purify your blood, thaw kidney stones, obviate acne, and reduce weight. Sounds too good to be true! Well, believe it or not, dandelion, the bane of gardeners, is actually a [...]

Losing weight does not mean cutting down the portions of the diet. It’s just selecting the right kind of food that burns the calories and fat stored in the body. These kinds of food are called negative calorie foods, as they actually require more energy to be digested than the amount of energy they provide [...]

There are some special kinds of nutrients that contribute to proper functioning of human body and hence, are extremely important in maintaining a healthy, infection-free body. Some of them cannot be synthesized inside the body and therefore, need to be supplemented through your diet. One such important set of nutrient is Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 [...]

If you are looking for an ingredient that takes care of your overall health from improving your skin to boosting your heart, then you have to look no further than avocado oil. It is a rich storehouse of important vitamins, minerals, proteins and antioxidants. It is also a rich source of many beneficial fatty acids. [...]

Ashwagandha, also known as Withania Somnifera, Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry, is an ayurvedic herb that has been extensively used to treat a slew of illnesses. In Ayurveda, the ancient medicine system of India, ashwagandha is also termed as a ‘rasayana’. Rasayana is a plant derived drug that helps in increasing physical and mental health. [...]

With the mercury soaring high and the red carpet dazzling with stars flaunting cool bobs, it’s no wonder that even you are thinking of chopping off those locks. However, before you make a beeline in front of the salon, it’s important to know which short bob hairstyles are making waves in the fashion circuit and [...]

Hot flashes are quite prevalent in women who go through menopause. It is marked by sudden sweating and reddening of the face. The occurrence of hot flashes is unpredictable. It mainly occurs during and after menopause, but can be caused by any hormonal conditions. Although the causes of the hot flashes is yet to be [...]

When you saw Katie Holmes, Rihanna, and Paris Hilton most sporting cool bob hairdos, didn’t you feel a sudden longing to walk in their shoes. Well! Walking in their shoes may be very different but their bob hairdo is well within your clutches. There is a plump sheaf of various hairdos in this genre for [...]

Do you know that the green, globular bitter-tart amla is a storehouse of many important nutrients? Yes, the facts associated with amla may astonish you!  It has an abundance of dietary fiber, Vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, iron, carotene, Vitamin B complex, protein, carbohydrates and many more dietary supplements that make this wonder fruit and its [...]

If sleep has become a luxury that you are unable to afford, try as hard as you might, then most likely you are suffering from insomnia. The health of a person depends a lot on how much sleep he/she gets and if you are unable to sleep for six to eight hours a day, then [...]

All of us know that breathing is one of the most vital functions of the human body. We need to constantly oxygenate and detoxify the body by furnishing it with fresh oxygen yet, there are certain proprieties. Deep breathing exercises help in increasing lifespan and play a key role in improving our overall health. Most [...]

What causes stress in your life? Is it the inconveniences in your life or your responsibilities that make your life stressful? Whatever it may be, you need to overcome your stress and lead a peaceful life so that life means a lot more to you than just mere existence. Stress makes your life a living [...]

Human beings have been aware of the benefits of deep breathing for a long time now. Ancient meditation techniques have involved deep breathing and written records of its benefits can be found in historical texts and inscriptions. The technique actually involves a few deep breaths that helps relax the body, but the benefits of these [...]

Experts have pointed out that “good breathing is far more important than stretching before running.” One of the most essential processes in human life, breathing calms your mind, affects the quality of health and peaks your physical performance. You can go on with your normal chores without food or water, but not without oxygen. Lot [...]

The desire to look good and beautiful is universal and many women go to great lengths to look their best. However, most often, even the most naturally endowed beauties succumb to a sedentary lifestyle, adverse environmental factors or age and turn to different artificial methods to enhance their looks. Using artificial methods to look beautiful [...]

Are you suffering from severe pain in your back for a prolonged duration? Do you often need some external support to move out of bed in the morning? Have you ever sat down and thought about the reasons causing this condition? Well, about 80 percent people suffer from some kind of back pain during their [...]

The hunt for perfection is never-ending. Perception of perfection changes all too often, yet we are in no way ready to relent in our quest to attain it. Perfect lips are a symbol of beauty and this claim has only been reinforced by recent studies, which suggest that full lips are external manifestation of fertility [...]

Eyebrow shaping is perhaps the most important and indispensable part of every woman’s beauty regimen. The shape of the eyebrow has a great impact on one’s appearance. Well-shaped eyebrows can add a lot to your personality and looks. Right eyebrow shape can enhance your facial features manifold. It can change the expressive character of your [...]

If you’ve spotted the symptoms of acne arising anywhere on your body, stop for a moment and analyze - is it the same acne that is turning your skin uglier and awful?. What could be the reasons? Is it the contaminating air and water or your food habits? To worsen the situation, you often end [...]

Isn’t it unfair that the world only mention legendary beauties like Cleopatra or Diaochan or contemporary fashion and silver screen divas like Nicole Kidman when they talk about beauty? Yes it is! Beauty is not exclusive to women alone, even men can also add length to this list. Have you ever wondered why this stereotype [...]

The average human health has now hit a downward slump with a more sedentary lifestyle and no-exercise trend gradually creeping in. Though health is considered as one of the biggest concerns, most of you just slip out from all these discussions because of either indolence or lack of time. Although numerous have gyms sprout out, [...]

The skin is not only the largest organ of your body, but also the most attractive. Honestly speaking, if you had the most toned physique and lustrous mane, but a cracked, parched, blemished skin, then all your efforts to look good would surely go in vain, for there is no bigger turn-off than a bad [...]

Losing weight is only half the battle won. After you have miraculously put down all your weight, don’t be surprised if you find flab of extra skin flapping around your body. And getting rid of this loose skin will prove to be another battle. Even pregnancy can lead to loose skin, especially around the belly [...]

Strength training workouts contribute highly towards ones improvement in overall health and well-being. They help in increasing bone, muscle, tendon and ligament strength and toughness, improved joint function, reduced potential for injury, increased bone density, a temporary increase in metabolism, improved cardiac function, and elevated HDL (good) cholesterol. Training commonly involves the techniques of progressively [...]

Originating from the Dutch words “kool” and “sla” meaning cabbage salad, coleslaw is inarguably one accompaniment that pairs well with almost all dishes. The finger-licking combo of shredded cabbage and creamy mayo dressing gives this crispy dressing much of its characteristic zing. Mainly prepared using shredded raw cabbages and other shredded fruits and vegetables like [...]

Water chestnuts are vegetables, which are quite commonly found in Chinese households. Although these are seasonal vegetables, canned water chestnuts can be purchased throughout the year in South East Asia. This explains why water chestnuts have always been an important ingredient in Asian cuisine. Water chestnuts are a root vegetable. Unlike their name, they have [...]

Those green pistachio nuts that owe their roots to Persia, are an ineluctable part of many savories and sweets and are one of the favorite ‘nut’ across the globe.  Won’t it be a surprise to you to know that they are originally not green in color? Natural ripen pistachio nut have beige color shell while [...]

In many Asian countries, the bamboo plant is a major part of their culture. Naturally, the young shoots of the bamboo are also an integral part of the cuisine in these parts. Bamboo shoots can be relished in many ways-they can be fried, pickled and used as garnishes and flavorings in other dishes. The shoots [...]

Nobody wants to look old and the worry of appearance of wrinkles on the face certainly haunts all. For women, the matter assumes even gloomier and more panicky state of affairs. However, aging is inevitable, but healthy food choices and exercise habits can help us extend our lives, and make us feel and look much [...]

Even if all your facial features and hair were perfect, you would still not be considered beautiful if you do not have a healthy skin to complement them all. The skin is the largest organ of our body and requires the greatest care. With the increase in pollution, the number of diseases ailing the skin [...]

Time, sooner or later, will start taking its toll, but the signs start getting visible much earlier. The worst part is not that everybody has to grow old. The nightmare is looking older than what you are. And nowadays the signs of aging are not only confined to those who have looked past four to [...]

Who doesn’t want to look young? No one would like their skin to reveal their real age and that is the reason your researches on cosmetics give way to anti-aging creams and such products once you step into thirties. Sometimes it may happen that you forget about yourself shuttling between home and office. It is [...]

You just called your doctor and told you that you are suffering from thoracic back pain. You forgot to ask your doctor about thoracic pain and now you are looking for its meaning over the internet. Thoracic pain is the name given to upper back pain. Just as lower back pain, upper back pain also [...]

Maternity period is the most crucial time in the life of a mother because giving birth to a child is not an easy task; she undergoes biological and hormonal changes. These changes are normal during pregnancy and so are stomach pains which come naturally along with it. A woman should take care of herself and [...]

It has happened too many times with most of us that out of nowhere there’s this foul and annoying taste of blood in mouth. Unless you have accidently bit your tongue, lip or the inside of your cheeks, it’s most likely the taste of minerals like iron, calcium, sodium, potassium, etc present in our blood [...]

“Mom, my lower back is aching again, please apply an ointment!” Is this the first thing that you ask your mother to do, when you reach home from office? Do you face a backache everyday and always apply an ointment for a permanent relief? 8 out of 10 people suffer from a backache. Don’t take [...]

Inflammations are anything but a pretty sight. Not only are they sore to the eye, they cause us a considerable amount of discomfort and even pain. Yet, do not delude yourself in to thinking that they are all evil. In fact, inflammations are actually a defense mechanism of the body to the attack of pathogens, [...]

Do you believe that there are no ways to cast of the extra fat from your body other than to starve? Do you think that all foods, more or less, contribute towards aggrandizement of that extra fat? Then you are wrong, for there are foods, which are not only low in calorie, but also instigate [...]

Fasting as a religious observation is good for your body and mind. It is even a good non-violent weapon to achieve your demands but, if you adopt fast as a weapon to reduce your weight, then you have stepped into a wrong trail. Your body sustains on food and there are many such nutrients that [...]

Diabetes is classed as a lifestyle disease as most cases are preventable with a change in lifestyle. Small changes can go a long way in controlling diabetes and the first step in this change is diet. For diet is the only way in which you can control your weight and blood glucose levels, so, you [...]

Great, you have good news in your bag! Your brother is planning to quit drinking and you are going to help him. You have also collected some information on how to quit alcohol. During the search process, you came across a statement saying, “There are different symptoms to alcohol withdrawal that could attract a person [...]

Just as a pillar balances the whole building, similarly a strong back keeps your body and muscles strong. These days, we have become dependent on products and solutions discovered by technology. The muscles of our body get less chance to move and thus the flexibility reduces. This reduction in flexibility leads to strain in muscles [...]

Bitter taste in mouth, experienced without the intake of any bitter substance, results from the alteration in the ability to taste. This condition is known as Dysgeusia. It occurs due to dysfunctioning in the taste buds and sense of smell. Our taste buds are gifted with the ability to account for nearly 10,000 different tastes; [...]

It was your cousin’s marriage and you enjoyed the delicious and spicy food there. Mouth-watering food from various cuisines was served. It was like a food heaven for you, and you tasted each and every food item. But, you were unaware that you have eaten more than your appetite, and now you are feeling uneasy [...]

Does your work involve continuous sitting? You lie on your chair like an unmovable thing the whole day. Only your hand and eyes get the privilege to move! Sitting for long hours could increase problems for your lower back and lower portions of your body. The various problems that you can face are:

Fat accumulation at [...]

Do you work in shifts and never get a suitable time to join a gym? You have tried to set different time slots in the gym according to your shifts, but you never got a chance to visit the gym. Your weight is increasing day by day and now you have started feeling dizzy. If [...]

Your teenage son has started showing the side effects of alcohol consumption. He doesn’t mix up with his friends. He feels tired and doesn’t feel like taking rest. Probably, you are now worried to know his stage of alcoholism for treatment. The treatment is easy at the early stages, but at the later stages it [...]

Has it ever happened with you that a sour taste lingers in your mouth even though you avoid all sour foods? Well, there is no concrete reason behind this, though there are a number of conditions which might lead to this kind of sensation. To wake up with a sour taste in mouth is something [...]