Slim body 1. Low-Carb Diet Dr. Robert Atkins introduced the most well-known low-carb diet, the Atkins diet, more than 20 years ago and its popularity skyrocketed. It promises quick weight loss while allowing you to eat all the eggs, meat, dairy products and fats you want. This diet does have benefits,... [Read More]

Surya Namaskar Exercise-1 The Surya Namaskar is a complete body-mind workout. Shameem Akhtar takes you through the 12-pose sun salutation flow.The Surya Namaskar works out the whole body and is a mind-stimulating practice. It is the perfect aerobic exercise. It can be used as a warm-up: not just for... [Read More]

Breast-Cancer-Research Scientists create ‘breast on-a-chip’ for cancer research. Scientists have reproduced portions of the female breast in a tiny slide-sized model what they call “breast on-a-chip” which could help detect breast cancer early and treat it more effectively. The... [Read More]

sexy thighs You always wanted to wear that li’l black dress on a dinner date or those cute boy shorts for that beach party. But ditched them last minute fearing someone will notice those creases on the back of your thighs. Worry not! You can fight off cellulite; that too, without hitting the gym.... [Read More]

1 The very concept of adopting a particular diet plan makes you feel deprived of some of your favourite foods.In the initial stages, you readily accept the regime because at this point your determination to lose weight outweighs your cravings for food! But for how long can you control your urge for... [Read More]

maria-s Maria Shriver’s father Sargent Shriver died today, marking the end of his long struggle with Alzheimer’s. He’d been battling the disease since 2003, and passed away at the age of 95. I’ve been reading today about how involved Maria Shriver has been in advocating for Alzheimer’s... [Read More]

sunrise Waking up before sunrise leaves you in a dark mood? Don’t worry, as researchers have developed a new eye mask which they say can stimulate your body and help brighten your morning. According to its developers, the special eye mask called LUMI sleep mask is embedded with LED lights that... [Read More]

12money Do you get sick often and take sick days off from work? Chances are you may have a weak immune system.The immune system is the most important system of the body when it comes to preventing diseases. We are all born with different levels of immune systems. Some have a stronger immune system... [Read More]

yoga An Indian girl, Shruti Pandey, who is just six years old, has become the youngest yoga trainer in the world. The bendy youngster has been teaching adults at an ashram, in northern India, for the last two years. Her trainer, Hari Chetan, 67, set up the ashram 35 years ago and as soon as little Shruti... [Read More]

You are assiduously following a low calorie diet and sticking to your exercise regime, and yet the weight and shape you want to achieve seems a distant dream. Few things can get as frustrating as this.You can stop this from happening to you if you are aware of some common mistakes that people make... [Read More]

Need relief? A change in diet may be in order.There are various causes of headache, with each and every cause producing a headache of a different magnitude.Headaches are symptoms of a number of physical and mental imbalances. Just as there are foods that can cause a headache, there are foods that... [Read More]

NewWalmartMirror Weight Watchers International (WTW) unveiled the successor to its iconic calorie-counting Points program. The PointsPlus program will not only identify the number of calories in a foodstuff, but also favor food that the body works harder to convert into energy and steer the weight-conscious... [Read More]

22health1 While embracing the latest fitness fads, it’s important to keep in mind that these routines have helped preserve the health of generations over centuries.The past few years have seen increased health awareness in India. Today’s urban Indians, especially, are not only better informed,... [Read More]

A multinational medical response has slowed deaths in a Haitian cholera epidemic that has killed more than 250 people so far, but the outbreak is likely to widen, a senior U.N. official said on Sunday. “We must gear up for a serious epidemic, even though we hope it won’t happen,” Nigel... [Read More]

Those who think that women are most petrified of gaining weight, here’s some news! Her deepest fears are age related! Though ageing is inevitable, who says one cannot counter it. We help you slow the ageing process with these simple tips: Save your skin As you age, the first most obvious sign is... [Read More]

addle Brook, NJ, Top ranked web design, development and internet marketing agency, Hudson Horizons is very pleased to announce its launch of “A Dime at a Time,” an online breast cancer prevention and awareness campaign with a goal to raise $10k for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In accordance with... [Read More]

Many women take supplements including fish oil after there were suggestions it could improve their child’s co-ordination, brainpower and vocabulary. Some studies had suggested omega 3 could also reduce the chances of post-natal depression. Related Articles However a new study conducted by the University... [Read More]

We often feel the urge to ‘take a break’ after an hour of studying or work, but a new study has revealed that it’s all in your head. The Stanford researchers’ findings challenge the long-held theory that willpower is a limited resource that needs to be replenished. Usually, scientists argue... [Read More]

If you are obese, your weight may not be the result of gluttony or lack of exercise, but actually the genes you inherited from your parents, researchers say. A whole set of new genes associated with body fat distribution and obesity have been identified in two major studies by an international team of... [Read More]

Too much soda, candy and bad parenting have been cleared of full blame for children’s hyperactivity and uncontrollable behavior — at least according to a new study that has identified certain genetic abnormalities associated with ADHD. It is the first study to link such a large genetic effect... [Read More]

The nervous system is your body’s decision and communication center. The central nervous system (CNS) is made of the brain and the spinal cord and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) is made of nerves. Together they control every part of your daily life, from breathing and blinking to helping you... [Read More]

there may be few factors that coming your the way. We list them for you. Incorrect Intercourse Assess yourself if your are performing ‘peno-vaginal’ intercourse in the correct fashion. A marriage may remain unconsummated due to: * Lack of sexual attraction. * Lack of sexual knowledge about... [Read More]

The materia medica of the Ayurveda, composed of the five basic elements, has been categorized according to the derivatives of these elements. They include: taste (rasa), potency (virya), taste of the digestion product (vipaka), properties (guna), specific properties (prabhava) and action (karman). ... [Read More]

Samprapti, the Disease Process(Pathology) Under normal conditions, the doshas, dhatus and malas correspond to certain standards regarding their quantity, quality and function. However, this situation is not static, and due to several endogenous and erogenous factors, the doshas may become unbalanced,... [Read More]