This brain exercise could actually reduce your risk of dementia A team of researchers has developed a specific form of a mental exercise that can reduce the chances of developing dementia later in life, says a study. According to the researchers, the cognitive training, called speed of processing, showed benefits up to 10 years after the study participants underwent the mental exercise program. The findings indicated that the proportion of […]

Health Benefits of Elaichi Elaichi or cardamom is one of the most common spices seen in an Indian household. Popularly known as “Elaichi” in Hindi, “Aelakka” in Malayalam, “Elakkai” in Tamil, “Yelakulu” in Telugu, “Yalakki” in Kannada, and “Ilaychi” in Gujarati – cardamom is a spice made from the seeds of several plants belonging to the family Zingiberaceae. The use of cardamom dates back to at least 4,000 years. Considered […]

Review: The Last Vicereine by Rhiannon Jenkins Tsang There are moments that define a country. Every incident, every event – however earth-shattering or even however worthless – is coloured by perception. For India this is so with Independence and the Partition, when great tragedy was conjoined with the euphoric final dissolution of colonial rule. The Last Vicereine by Rhiannon Jenkins Tsang is set in this turbulent time, the moment when […]

Cow is considered a sacred or holy in India, particularly, among the Hindus. In Ayurveda, cow urine (also called Gomutra) is claimed to be quite beneficial and is a natural source of many minerals required by the body. Cow urine is 95 percent water with 2.5 percent urea, miners, 24 types of salts, hormones and 2.5 percent enzymes. Other ingredients include iron, calcium, phosphorus, carbonic acid, potash, nitrogen, ammonia, manganese, […]

Start Your Day With a Glass of Warm Water According to Ayurveda and ancient Chinese medicine drinking water is beneficial. One of the basic principles of Ayurveda is to consume a cup of warm water alongside your meals. In Japan, people have been following the ritual of “Water Cure”, which is to drink 4 glasses of every morning right after waking up, even before brushing your teeth and it should […]

8 ways to get clean air without chemicals Whether you’re indoors or outdoors, the quality of the air you breathe can have a big impact on your health. Studies have tied poor outdoor air quality to lung cancer, strokes and heart disease. In fact, air pollution causes 3.3 million deaths worldwide each year. Most air “fresheners” that are on the market today contain an array of toxic chemicals, most notably […]

Do you feel cranky when you’re hungry? A survey has revealed that people behave differently when functioning on an empty stomach. Anger, impatience, irritation and lack of concentration are amongst the most common hunger behaviours, the survey said. The week-long survey to evaluate spontaneous hunger traits and gauge people’s perceptions towards them was conducted across Chennai, Kochi and New Delhi. The survey, by Snickers Mars Wrigley Confectionery, was rolled out […]

Extracted from a species of the Antarctic krill, the krill oil has been in use for several decades. Taken as a dietary supplement, krill oil carries a high nutritional value. It’s also known for its abilities to treat a host of health ailments, ranging from arthritis to depression. Here are some ways in which krill oil can benefit your health: Keeps Your Heart Healthy Heart disease is the topmost cause […]

This chilling video redefines the concept of ‘safe sex’ and advises couples to shut their phones The words “safe sex” are usually associated with contraceptives that can help prevent pregnancy and sexually-transmitted diseases. In their new advertisement (above), however, a condom company adds another layer of meaning to the idea of “safe sex”. Taking a break from pickle-flavoured condoms and controversies, the advertisement depicts a newly-wed couple trapped in their […]

PAPAYA LEAF JUICE BENEFITS Papaya is “known to have antibacterial properties and promotes good digestion and almost every part of the plant can be used.” Yes, every part! While the fruit is said to be rich in contents of vitamin E, C and beta-carotine making it loaded with antioxidant properties, the seeds are rich in fatty acids and papaya oil, have a sharp peppery flavour, and can be used in […]