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17 May

On World Hypertension Day, here’s how you should approach the disorder

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On World Hypertension Day today, we need to understand this condition, which can cause a range of other health problems such as stroke, vision loss, dementia, heart attacks and chronic kidney disease. According to Dr Samanjoy Mukherjee, consultant, senior interventional cardiologist, cardiac science at HCMCT Manipal Hospitals, Dwarka, New Delhi, another name for hypertension is high blood pressure. He adds, “A lot of people who suffer from hypertension are not aware they have it, as there can be no symptoms. Often, people only find out after suffering a heart attack or stroke.” Risk factors * Age: With age, the risk of hypertension increases.…

15 May

Food tips: Here’s a list of foods that releases Endorphin to make you happy

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Our mood and food share an extremely intimate correlation between them, said Eshanka Wahi, wellness advocate and founder of Eat Clean with Eshanka. She added that while many people think serotonin, the hormone that helps stabilises one’s mood, sleep, feelings, is created in our brain, “90 per cent of it is produced in the gut and then transmitted to our brain through neurotransmitters, which results in stabilizing our mood.” She added “Hence, increasing the intake of foods that induce serotonin production can effectively help in lifting our mood. The key to combining mood maintenance with good nutrition is eating enough of the…

13 May

Here are three simple asanas for all the moms shared by Malaika Arora

editor0 CommentsEntertainment, Health, LifestyleHealth, INDIA, lifestyle, yoga

Mothers selflessly take care of their families and play an essential role in every household. But it is extremely important for them to take out time for themselves on an everyday basis and practise yoga, which helps in keeping one fit and healthy. To motivate you a bit more, we have actor and fitness aficionado Malaika Arora sharing three yoga asanas that are perfect for inducing relaxation while improving bodily strength with regular practice. “Every single day should be celebrated as Mother’s Day for the unconditional feelings they express no matter what day it is, how her day is or what the circumstances are.…

11 May

Here is how Glycerin can provide the right conditioning for your skin

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Skincare is easier said than done. To see results, one needs to be consistent with their efforts and also be extremely patient. However, getting good skin is not synonymous with using expensive skincare or cosmetic products. One of the “undervalued” skincare ingredients is glycerine, according to dermatologist Dr Geetika Mittal Gupta. She recently took to Instagram to share more details about the ingredient and how it provides the right conditioning for your skin. “It can be plant-derived, fermented from sugars, or made synthetically. It’s a clear, almost odourless ingredient that is present in serums, moisturisers, and even cleansers,” she wrote. Take a…

10 May

Revised Covid guidelines: What type of Masks to wear and how to stay protected

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Amid the raging second wave, health experts have issued revised COVID-19 guidelines for better safety. It is now recommended to practise double masking instead of wearing a cloth mask, which experts have found to not be as effective. That can be difficult for people with certain types of facial hair like beard whose masks may not fit well because of it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has suggested shaving or trimming of beards close to the face, to ensure a better fit and to keep you safe. CDC has also laid down some other guidelines on the type of mask you…

08 Oct

Vi offers the best 4G experience

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As per the Opensignal Network Experience Report, September 2020, Vi offers the fastest 4G Download-Upload speeds and best Video experience in Guwahati. The report also ranks Vi as the best 4G network in India, in terms of Download and Upload speeds, Games experience, Voice experience as well as a Video experience. In Guwahati, Vi continues to offer the fastest Download (10.3 Mbps) /Upload (6.1 Mbps) speeds, as well as best video experience (60.4 points) for the second consecutive quarter. Vi has also ranked highest in offering best Games (56.5 points) and voice (76.8 points) experiences. The Opensignal Report for September…

05 Oct

Skechers launches ‘Go Like Never Before’

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Skechers, the global sports and lifestyle brand based in California, is launching a new campaign featuring Gully Boy actor Siddhant Chaturvedi, who will be the first Indian brand ambassador for Skechers. The ‘Go Like Never Before’ campaign featuring Chaturvedi will be exclusive to the India market and emphasizes the importance of running as a sport to remain fit and encourages people to stay active in their day-to-day routine. The campaign video features newly launched performance footwear styles from the Skechers GO RUN series. It is the lightest and most resilient midsole foam that Skechers Performance has offered to date and…

26 Sep

Wooden Street’s store at Salt Lake

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Kolkata, September 2020: With USD 1 Million in investments, custom furniture startup Wooden Street is expanding into the markets of West Bengal by opening two new Experience Stores in Kolkata – beginning with the launch of the first-ever store in the residential area of Salt Lake. This will later be followed by another store in the next 6 months. This newly-launched store is a one-stop-shop for furniture, furnishings and décor accessories. Furthermore, the company plans to take its expansion further within East and South-East India. These experience stores will serve as a touch-and-feel point for consumers to experience the quality…

10 Aug

Miheeka opted for simple and neutral makeup for all her pre-wedding ceremonies

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Miheeka opted for simple and neutral makeup for all her pre-wedding ceremonies, with natural colours and minimalist looks, letting her outfits and jewellery do all the talking. But for the wedding, the bride went all out. Sporting smokey eyes with bronze-pink undertones and feathery lashes that highlighted her beautiful eyes, a lush coral lip-shade that matched her dupatta, she was the modern Indian bride personified.Tamanna Rooz, celebrity makeup artist who worked on Miheeka's wedding look, says, “Miheeka is a fun-loving and chirpy person, so the makeup is a reflection of her personality. In all her pre-wedding rituals, we didn’t play…

08 Aug

Kodak TV India launches Android TVs

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Kodak Android TV is a certified Android TV which opens a whole world of possibilities. With the power of Android TV, viewers can experience the full capability of the TV - Voice-Enabled Bluetooth remote, powerful hardware, home automation along with thousands of apps and shows to watch. This TV comes with Google Assistant built-in. Now, one can control the TV with a smartphone (airplay)/tablet and use the TV as a working desktop to enjoy Work-from-home experience enjoyable. One can choose from 1,000+ Cast-enabled apps and over 500,000 movies and TV episodes. This TV comes with 8GB ROM + 1GB RAM…