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Abdominal Obesity: Top 10 Exercises for Toned and Tight Abs

Abdominal Obesity: Top 10 Exercises for Toned and Tight Abs

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Do you want to flaunt washboard abs for your upcoming trip?...

Yoga Benefits: What is Yoga Breathing or Pranayama?

Yoga Benefits: What is Yoga Breathing or Pranayama?

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After a stressful day at work, every one of us would love...

Health Star of The Week:  Ganesh Iyer Juggles Cycling and CrossFit to Attain Weight Loss

Health Star of The Week: Ganesh Iyer Juggles Cycling and CrossFit to Attain...

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A hefty Ganesh found it difficult to walk around or cycle...

Healthy Snack  Recipe: Pea Soup

Healthy Snack Recipe: Pea Soup

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Pea soup is a delight for your taste buds and for your...

Home Remedies for Dry, Sore Eyes

By Mansi Kohli  posted May 19th 2013 at 2:30PM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Also called dry eye or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), dry eye syndrome is a common disorder that affects a sizable chunk of the Indian population. Dry eye syndrome is characterized by a disturbance of the tear film and can cause a variety of signs and symptoms that may interfere with quality of life. Sandy, gritty and scratchy are a few terms that can characterise the typical symptoms of dry eyes. So, what do you do when your eyes feel dry and sore and immediate sleep is not an option? Try these simple home remedies and give your eyes the much-needed break.  View Slideshow »

Massages: Home Remedies with Natural Oils for Skin Care, Hair Care and Body Care

By Sobiya N. Moghul  posted May 19th 2013 at 8:00AM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Getting a massage is like a hands on treatment where your muscles are manipulated along with other soft tissues that offer relaxation, stress relief, beauty and health. In our busy lives, heading to a spa every week or fortnight is not possible, so the best option lies in home remedies and home massages. There are an array of natural oils that are beneficial for the body in terms of hair care, skin care and body care. Charoo Chawla Anand, Director, Blliis by Ravissant in New Delhi gives us names of different natural oils and their health benefits.  View Slideshow »

6 Yoga Poses for Better Sex

By Renita Tisha Pinto  posted May 19th 2013 at 7:30AM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Has your sex-life transformed from red-hot to cold and frozen? If yes then, you don’t have to go through the Kama Sutra books or visit a sexologist, to spice up your act between the sheets. Instead, try taking up yoga poses, as they will not only help improve your flexibility but will also help you achieve better arousal and that big ‘O’ which you have been desiring. So head start your moves by trying these yoga-positions, shared by Ratri – Yoga Instructor, which will enhance your moves on the bed.  View Slideshow »

Healthy Breakfast Recipe: Quinoa and Oats Breakfast Bowl

By Renita Tisha Pinto  posted May 19th 2013 at 6:30AM | Avg Rating IN Recipes

For a healthy breakfast one needs to blend nutrition and fibre. Nutritionist Priya Kathpal from Mumbai gives out one such recipe - Quinoa and Oats Breakfast Bowl. This recipe is a perfect blend of all the nutrition one needs to kick start the day. Oats being a good carb will make your tummy feel fuller for a long time aiding in weight loss!  Continue Reading »

Workouts: Only 30 Minutes for the Gym? No Problem

By Aloka Mehta Gambhir  posted May 19th 2013 at 6:30AM | Avg Rating IN Diet & Fitness

Lets face it. There are days when we are all full of excuses. I cant recollect the amount of times where I’ve procrastinated to a point where I’ve told myself, what’s the point now, even if I do go to the gym I wont have more than half an hour, so let me just sit this one out. Well today I’m here to tell you that that old excuse no longer works. Here is a great workout that will do more for you than even one hour of isolated workouts at the gym, where your trainer will ask you to spend valuable time working out biceps, ankles and calves. This is a full body functional workout and if you are done in 20 minutes you even have time for 3 or 4 all out sprints on the treadmill.  Continue Reading »

Swimming Workout: Top 5 Hair Care Tips for Swimmers

By Renita Tisha Pinto  posted May 18th 2013 at 4:00PM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Swimming is an excellent activity to do in the summers, as it not only helps to cool your body but also burns up to 200 calories in a 30-minute session. If you take up swimming as a regular activity, then there are chances of damaging your hair due to excessive chlorine present in the pool. ‘The presence of chlorine and bromine can react with the naturally present hair oil, causing roughness and dryness’, says Dr Sandeep Suttar - Hair Restoration and Skin Rejuvenation surgeon at Hairrevive, Mumbai. Here's a look at top five ways to prevent hair damage due to swimming.  Continue Reading »

Water Ways: 15 Ways to Naturally Flavour Water

By Trina Remedios  posted May 18th 2013 at 8:00AM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Instead of drinking water we tend to quench our thirst with coffee or aerated drinks, since it ‘energises’ us too... or so we think! During summer, it is important to have plenty of fluids to prevent sunstroke, heat exhaustion, prickly heat and dry skin. Instead of adding artificial flavouring and powders to water, we give you 15 ways to naturally flavour water. Besides adding flavour to the water, these ingredients also have various health benefits attached with them.  View Slideshow »

Lunch Recipe: Basmati Rice and Curry Casserole (Chaan and Saag Biryani)

By Trina Remedios  posted May 18th 2013 at 6:30AM | Avg Rating IN Recipes

This is not your conventional biryani! Food writer Anjali Shah shows you how to make a healthy vegetarian biryani (well, somewhat!). Relish this baked biryani dish only if you have worked out really hard this week!  Continue Reading »

The RoundUp: Listen to Music to Boost Your Mood

By HealthMeUp  posted May 18th 2013 at 6:30AM | Avg Rating IN Buzz

There are several studies that are published daily, but there are some that have caught our attention for either their wackiness or the genuine options they offer. Either way, they are worth a read!  View Slideshow »

Yoga : 12 Celebrities Who Practise Yoga

By Sobiya N. Moghul  posted May 18th 2013 at 6:30AM | Avg Rating IN Healthy Living

Ask any celebrity how they maintain their muscle tone and flexibility, and the first reaction you might get will be “Nothing! I eat what I like and am naturally toned." But is this really the case? Natural good looks aside, it takes hours of dedicated team effort and a strict fitness routine. One such popular routine among celebrities is yoga. Earlier known for its spiritual and disciplinary benefits, yoga is now known for its physical benefits too. Today we bring you five such celebrities who love yoga and practise it regularly to maintain their hot bodies! *Images courtesy: © Reuters  View Slideshow »

 

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