On the morning of December 13 (Saturday), Delhi-NCR residents woke up to heavy smog. The deteriorating air quality as winter weather conditions combined with pollution emissions to push the Air Quality Index (AQI) close to ’severe’ levels. Air pollution readings at many stations are dangerously high, posing major health risks. The persistent smog has also…
Pushups look easy. Get down, bend your arms, push yourself back up. No fancy machines. No gym membership. No excuses. And yet, they’re one of the most badly done exercises out there. People crank out pushups every day and still wonder why their arms aren’t stronger, their chest hasn’t changed, and their core feels like…
On this day in history, 13 December is the birth and remembrance of those people who had a great influence on the world and the events that changed the culture, the education, and the arts. It is the date that commemorates the birth of such personalities as Lakshmi Chand Jain, an Indian economist of high…
When you have chronic sinus congestion, the act of sleeping feels like a battle between your body and its breathing pathways. With tightened nasal passages and increased inflammation, lying down only makes the situation worse as it increases the pressure, makes it difficult to breathe, and breaks the sleep cycle. Most people notice a drop…
Snake fruit and litchi fruit often spark curiosity because they offer two very different tropical experiences. Snake fruit looks bold and textured with its scaly skin, while litchi fruit feels delicate and juicy from the moment its shell is removed. Both fruits come from warm climates, carry gentle sweetness and appear in traditional dishes across…
Heartburn is one of the most common discomforts that occurs when stomach acid flows back into the oesophagus and can be a result of spicy food, heavy meals, or poor eating habits. While drugs can be of help, simple food choices can also give relief fast and naturally. Some foods can calm the irritation, lessen…
Cystic fibrosis is a chronic inherited disorder that has been the cause of suffering for children and adults throughout the history of the human race. It has a major impact on the lungs, digestive system, and reproductive organs. At first, the disease was not only misdiagnosed, but also it was believed to be a death-causing…
Indoor plants are not only decorative elements which are placed in the corners of the room; they have a powerful, beneficial influence over the whole house. They can raise the mood of a room, provide clean air and create a peaceful, tiny oasis in the noisy home. Some plants become humidifiers, some simply add softness…
Avocados confuse almost everyone. They stay firm for too long, then turn soft and unusable at the worst moment. Many kitchens deal with the same problem and end up wasting fruit that spoils far earlier than expected. With avocado prices rising and the fruit becoming a weekly essential, learning how to keep avocados fresh has…
Marshmallow root has been around for so long in traditional medicine that most people have heard of it without quite knowing what it actually does. The thick, soft gel that comes from the root has always been linked with soothing irritated areas of the body, especially the throat and the digestive system. People use it…