After countless years spent on placement, in lecture theatres and locked up in your study on Saturday nights, you are finally qualified as a doctor. This can be an exciting but unnerving time in your life, since you are now applying all your theoretical and practical knowledge in real-world contexts. However, these are a formative couple of years… Read More »
Parathas are traditionally delicious and indulgent, but you can give them a healthy twist and turn them into the perfect addition to your weight-loss plan. Try to imagine a proper paratha for breakfast, and you will inevitably think of an indulgent food experience: the crispy flour shell glistening with a layer of butter or ghee, the stuffing spiced… Read More »
Toothpaste has various uses, such as freshening the breath, helping to prevent oral problems including halitosis, whitening the teeth and helping with overall teeth cleanliness. However, it is interesting that it can be easily made at home using basic ingredients and a simple procedure. How was toothpaste made in the past? According to ancient records, the first toothpaste… Read More »
Men are significantly more likely than women to develop a hernia, specifically inguinal hernias, which occur in your inner groin. The disparity comes down to a small difference in anatomy that finds 25% of men developing an inguinal hernia at some point in their lifetime, while only 2% of women do. Understanding hernias A hernia develops when an… Read More »
Traditional physicians and naturopathy practitioners would swear by the medicinal properties of natural products and its greater effect on the human body as compared to pills, tablets, syrups and injections. For centuries, mankind has relied on more nature-friendly solutions to cure illnesses, such as herbs and spices. One of the many such natural solutions to battle many problems… Read More »
Baking soda and baking powder are both leavening agents, which are substances used to help baked goods rise.Experienced and amateur bakers alike often confuse them due to their similar names and appearances.This article explains the differences between baking soda and baking powder and how interchanging one for the other may affect your baked goods. What is baking soda?… Read More »
Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor reveals her secret way to kick out stress and anxiety with this spice infused anxiety relief drink. A graceful actress and wife of late actor Rishi Kappor, Neetu Kapoor has been known for her charismatic persona and recently she shared a simple blend that helps in reducing anxiety. The pandemic has not only made… Read More »
Talbinah is a barley syrup cooked with milk and sweetened by honey. In his famous Hadith on Talbinah, the Prophet Mohammad (SAW) recommended it when sad events happen for its effect on soothing hearts and relieving sadness. This 3-week crossover designed, randomized clinical trial was conducted to determine the effect of Talbinah on mood and depression among institutionalized… Read More »
Summers are almost here, the season of warm breeze and scorching heat. With the rise in temperature, we often switch to refreshing and hydrating drinks to quench our thirst. While water keeps you hydrated, but there are many beverages that can help you stay reenergized as they have a cooling effect on the body. One of the beverages… Read More »
Many of us these days are unaware of the uses, nutritional facts and medicinal value of basil seeds. Whenever you get time, especially in the summer season, ask your grandmother about the importance of this nutrient-rich food, popularly known as tukh malanga. Mix a handful with chilled faluda, limo pani, Rooh Afza or water, and it will surely… Read More »