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Shikha Makan’s film Bachelor Girls will resonate with women living alone in cities

You are from good families right?” “You will not get boys home? See you can have friends but not boyfriends” “No loud music or boys. And no parties” “You are single girls. We don’t want nuisance.” “You work late nights? So you will come home late?” “Why are you unmarried and living alone?” Why? What? When? Where? Who? How? Women in India don’t have to be journalists to know about […]

Ovarian cancer: An onion compound could help in treating patients

According to a new study, a natural compound found in onions may help treat the most common type of ovarian cancer. Researchers from Kumamoto University in Japan studied the effects of a natural onion compound, onionin A (ONA), on a preclinical model of epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) both in vivo and in vitro. Previously, researchers found that ONA suppressed pro-tumour activation of host myeloid cells. According to a 2014 review […]

Top seven health benefits of drinking lemon water!

Lemon water is considered good for our body as it helps in restoring our health and rejuvenating the entire physical system. We all know that lemon give many health benefits to our body as it is a powerhouse of vital nutrients and antioxidants. So, one should start their day by drinking a glass of lemon water to energize themselves. Here are some health benefits of drinking lemon water: Good for […]

 
 
 

Logan trailer: Wolverine may finally restore our faith in superhero movies

Old, weak and hurt, Wolverine looks nothing like how we have always seen him in the trailer for Logan. The trailer, released on Thursday, shows Hugh Jackman reprise his role as the fierce hero; except he is not as fierce anymore. In what looks like a long, long time since Days of Future Past, he has grown older, his powers are not the same, there are scars all over his […]

Tips To Grow Your Child’s Height Naturally

Could environmental factors actually determine a person’s height? Sort of. Though genetics plays a major role in a person’s height, so can nutrition. Seeing to it that your child gets a balanced and nutritious diet can go a long way in making sure they grow to their full potential. And if you’ve already reached your max height, just remember that good posture will not only give you a few more […]

Going the vegan way: Five absurd myths debunked!

Many Bollywood as well as Hollywood celebrities are going the vegan way to adopt a healthier lifestyle. The latest star to join the vegan brigade is none other than actress Sunny Leone, who has taken this route due to health reasons. Becoming a vegan isn’t easy. You have to give up so many things, which you’ve practically lived on since you were a kid. Nevertheless, a vegan diet is absolutely […]

High-Stress Jobs May Lead To Early Grave: Study

People in high-stress jobs with little control over their workflow are likely to die younger than those who have more flexibility in their jobs, a new study has warned. Researchers, who studied 2,363 residents in their 60s over a seven-year period, found that for individuals in low-control jobs, high job demands are associated with a 15.4 per cent increase in the likelihood of death, compared to low job demands. For […]

 
 
 

Be the Bitch: Actor Shruti Haasan redefines the abusive word in this powerful video

The bitch, Shruti says, is the woman who stands up against the system. In Blush channel’s latest, Shruti Haasan reclaims the word ‘bitch’ in a powerful, self-written script. ‘Bitch’ is a casual abuse thrown at women for a wide range of things: being assertive about their identity, wearing their choice of clothes, having opinions…just about anything and everything. In this short video, Shruti tears into these biases that are used […]

Top five benefits of drinking honey water!

Honey is considered as one of the healthiest foods in the world. It is said that honey when taken with warm water promotes good health. One should drink honey water daily in the morning as it provides us many health benefits and help keep diseases at bay. Here are some health benefits of honey water which we all should know: Treat sore throat Drinking honey water regularly keeps upou away […]

What Are The Health Benefits Of Chickpeas?

Lightly roasted for a quick snack, blitzed into a dip, or featured in your main course – chickpeas can fit in anywhere. And good thing, too, because they’re great for your health! This powerhouse of protein and fiber can not only help you lose weight but also defend you against cancer and heart disease. So for a healthy addition to your diet, check out the chickpea! Whether it’s in a […]