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Take a tour on Mars with National Geographic Channel

The possibility that we will have to look at another planet for sustenance as an entire race is looming. When we think of a planet that can sustain us, Mars is the only one that comes to mind. While Elon Musk works on making that a reality , we put together a slideshow that shows you what you’re in for. NatGeo has recently launched its largest scale production to date […]

Eating foods rich in fat increases risk of eye disease: Study

Is your diet rich in fat? Well, a new study has found that diets rich in fat ups the risk of major eye disease by changing in the bacterial communities of your gut. It eventually increases the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or aggravate the blinding disease. The findings said that bacteria in your intestines may play an important role in determining if you will develop blinding wet […]

Prenatal Stress Can Impact Mental Health Of Children

A woman’s stress levels during pregnancy can cause changes in the microbiome of the foetus that can lead to anxiety as well as learning difficulty in babies, persisting even into adulthood, researchers say. In the study, the team of researchers at The Ohio State University, found that when pregnant mice were exposed to stress, it appeared to change the makeup of the bacteria in both their guts and placentas, as […]

A mosquito coil equals 57 cigarettes: Dr Sujeet Rajan

With air pollution hovering over, doctors highlight the need to make the right choices If you thought mosquito coils are helping you sleep peacefully, you are wrong. They are harming you as well, because one coil is equivalent to smoking 57 cigarettes. “When you light one mosquito coil, the pollution caused in your house throughout the night is equivalent to you smoking 57 cigarettes,” said Dr Sujeet Rajan, Consultant Respiratory […]

10 Ayurvedic Tips For A Healthy Life

Consume freshly prepared warm food (prefer local and seasonal produce) for better nutrition and improved digestion. Avoid junk, preserved or stale food; cold drinks/chilled water with meals. Do not eat food cooked in mixed oils or repeatedly used oils. Do not bathe after eating. End your day with a glass of golden milk (a glass of hot milk+1/2t turmeric powder!). When asked what surprised him about humanity the most, the […]

Top five health benefits of peach!

We all love to eat this juicy and delicious fruit. Peach is a very popular fruit across the world for its unique flavour. The fruit is also used in several desserts as an ingredient. But not many people are aware of the health benefits this fruits gives to our body. Here are some of the health benefits of peach – Good for eyes Peaches contains rich amount of beta carotene […]

 
 
 

Forget Hollywood and Bollywood, this real-life wildlife chase sequence will have you on the edge of your seats! - Watch video

BBC’s wildlife documentary ‘Planet Earth II’ is one of the most talked about and anticipated series among wildlife enthusiasts because of four reasons – (a) It is the most expensive wildlife documentary ever made, (b) It took 10 years to film, (c) It promises to be one of the most amazing documentaries on wildlife ever and (d) It has been narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Last month, in October, BBC […]

Third Eye- Do we really have it?

Third eye, is known to mankind as the epic centre of power- it is the eye of wisdom; the eye of knowledge. It is said, we all are born with a third eye, but only a few are fortunate enough to have it opened in their lifetime. Energy point It is the energy point on the body that receives psychic messages and visions; clairvoyance, telepathy, seeing auras, chakras, ghosts and […]

On November 14th, You’ll See The Biggest Supermoon In The 21st Century. Stay Tuned!

2016 is a lucky year in that case. The moon is going to be extremely close to the Earth thrice this year, and on November 14th 6:22 PM IST, it’s going to be the biggest Supermoon in the last 70 years. It can appear 14% bigger and 30% brighter than usual. This is the closest the Moon will get to Earth until 25 November 2034, so you really don’t want […]

Banana Benefits: 20 Reasons To Eat 3 Everyday

Bananas prevent cardiovascular disease, boosts bone mass and helps fight depression. Eat a banana if you suffer from heartburn, morning sickness, mood swings. It increases hemoglobin in the blood and reduces blood pressure. Daily consumption restores normal bowel movement, cures hangover symptoms and reduces stress by calming the nervous system. From preventing cardiovascular events to regulating PMS, bone mass, constipation, heartburn, and more than a dozen other ailments, bananas pack […]