I've known Brad since childhood. He has always been fine young athletic looking man.
However as he got into his twenties, he suddenly started putting on weight. I knew had a slightly sweet tooth, but his sudden weight gain came as a surprise to many.
He started working out to keep his ... Views: 1291
All of us love tea, though some of us prefer coffee over tea.
The new generation often has a passion for iced tea. But in essence, something like tea could never be a passe'.
We've all heard about green tea. But some of us might be caught unaware about what exactly is it.
Now green tea ... Views: 1290
Goa has often been cited as one of the most delightful destinations in India. With its vast stretch of beaches, culinary delicacies, nightlife and a culture which is a combination of contemporary India and Western influence, Goa delights tourists from all corners of the globe. They adore Goa for ... Views: 1289
Many of us are fond of working out. Gymming or general athletics keep us feeling young, ensure that we stay fit and allow us to maintain slimmer and shapelier bodies. However, how a person wants to exercise to keep his fitness levels high is up to his own discretion. One may choose to drop down ... Views: 1285
If you experience pain or bleed while passing feces, it is possible that you might be suffering from piles.
WHAT CAUSES PILES?
Increased pressure in a person's anal blood vessels is often considered to be the primary cause that leads to piles. However some of the other factors that could ... Views: 1282
Beauty is power; a smile is its sword - CHARLES READE
Come holiday season and we are all in a rat race to look our best.
We come to meet our friends of the old, along with relatives and near & dear ones. And at such a time, we want to look our very best. After all, it is these times that ... Views: 1278
In our Hindu culture, getting a Kundli made for a newborn child is a widespread and a very prominent tradition. So if you have just become a parent, or if you are expecting to welcome a baby in your home, you may choose to make consideration for making a personalized horoscope for your newly ... Views: 1274
Back pain is a commonplace problem and afflicts just about every one of us. One of the ways to avoid or overcome back pain is to maintain the recommended posture in one's everyday activities.
Just like at home, while driving or even outdoors, one must try and make sure that he maintains the ... Views: 1272
With each passing year, more and more people choose to go vegan. This is a decision which comes to fore after much thought and consideration.
Veganism could work in numerous ways to bring about a transformation in our lives. This comes with health benefits, reduced stress on the environment ... Views: 1270
Welcome to the magical world of physical therapy, a science and a healing art that has been in prominence since hundreds of years.
Medical science may have undergone a vast change over the years, but physical therapy still finds a large number of takers. The art form has been practiced by ... Views: 1269
Sexual Functioning is often considered as one of the critical factors which define our everyday well being and happiness. However, as per surveys conducted in US and Europe, FSAD (Female Sexual Arousal Disorder) happens to be more prevalent than one would otherwise presume.
o Some of the ... Views: 1266
Through the nutrition we get, the body gets used to a certain energy level. When we go on a diet, we tend to eat too little food.
Now the strategy is likely to backfire. Over time, the body would send starvation signals to the brain. One then tends raid the fridge at midnight. This may at ... Views: 1258
Many of us are deeply concerned about weight loss and appearance. Some of us are even on a lookout for the easiest way to lose weight. With weight loss, one looks better, the appearance improves, one is more confident.
So then one is happier about going out, meeting people, maybe even taking ... Views: 1256
Healthy hair, the kind that looks perfect, and every single day is really a dream come true for most of us. But many might be caught unaware that at the very core of hair care are the simplest of things that could bring about a world of difference!
Bhringraj is an herb which is known to work ... Views: 1254
Cooking food could at times be challenging for one.
One simply wonders about the right kind of recipes one should go for.
A significant challenge in this regard is whether all the people at the table are going to like a dish. And otherwise, you might have to prepare multiple dishes.
Now ... Views: 1252
Ayurveda is a 5000 year old science of healing, and is one of the initial healing systems in the world. Ayurveda is formed as a combination of two words. Ayuh means life and Veda means science. The healing methodology is known to enhance longevity amongst its users.
The core philosophy of ... Views: 1252
Headaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping and even problems in your arms are just some of the many painful conditions that may be caused by tight muscles and pinched nerves in your neck. That’s why so many people suffer unnecessarily. Most often, treatment only matches the symptom but fails to target ... Views: 1250
Backache is commonplace, and everyone has been afflicted by the same at some or the other point of time in his life. Research has shown that nearly 80% of adults are afflicted by bouts of backache, at least once in their lifetime. And after common colds, backache is the most prevalent and ... Views: 1249
Hanuman Chalisa is a prayer in prose form, beautified in words and expression alike. Magical it is and each of its 40 Chaupais are said to withhold hidden knowledge, recitation of this prayer builds a high moral character in an individual.
Most importantly, it is the prayer is associated ... Views: 1248
At times, simply by telling our loved ones that we love them, we are not able to express how much they really mean to us. And every once in a while, we come to realize that we would like to do something different for them.
For the times when you feel like doing something special for your ... Views: 1243
Every day, millions of people across the world suffer from a stiff neck, pain in shoulders or a pinched nerve in the neck which causes headaches and dizziness. These are commonplace problems and just about every single one of adults has suffered from neck pain at some or the other point of in ... Views: 1241
We love enjoying sweets and ice creams sprinkled with saffron at wedding ceremonies and special occasions, but did you know that saffron is an herb which can have phenomenal effects on our health and well being!
A very interesting fact about saffron (Kashmira, Kumkuma) is that around 150,000 ... Views: 1237
Fruits are good for one's health! These are rich in vitamins and minerals, so these act as a fine way for one to overcome deficiencies of vitamin C and A.
It is even known that if you consume fruits as a part of a well balanced diet, these can allow you to prevent a number of chronic ... Views: 1235
Diabetes is a condition which causes blood sugar levels in our bodies to be excessively high. And that could cause damage to our kidneys, eyes and heart.
In some cases which are relatively rare, diabetes could even lead to a condition like stroke.
What Causes diabetes?
Insulin is ... Views: 1234
In most cases, people who lead an active lifestyle, like runners and cyclists, are more vulnerable to knee joint pain. But this condition can also affect people who are not majorly involved with high activity sports or training. While knee joint pain is more commonly prevalent in seniors, ... Views: 1233
Ayurvedic medicine recognized the benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil nearly 4000 years ago. But the oil is now a part of our lives, more than ever before.
Some of the prime utilities of Virgin Coconut Oil are:-
o Hair care
o Skin care
o Keeping cholesterol levels to the optimum
o ... Views: 1232
Lord Hanuman is one of the most revered and adored deities in Hinduism. He is loved by one and all, cherished for his tales in mythology.
Worshippers of Lord Hanuman have tremendous faith in him, he is believed to be a tremendous source of strength and with his blessings, one is able to ... Views: 1229
Yoga is an art form which is vast, elaborate and could easily roundup as a comprehensive workout for an individual. Notwithstanding elaborate positive effects yoga has on the emotional, psychological and spiritual well being of an individual.
For someone who has a passion for yoga, getting an ... Views: 1227
With the New Year just around the corner, everyone’s busy shopping for gifts. This is fun, it’s a part of the festivities and something that definitely makes the yearend holiday season all the more special.
But figuring out the right gift for your loved ones can at times be tough, and you ... Views: 1225
We have all suffered from bouts of body ache. We often find that once someone is 40, he or she is likely to suffer from random body aches at times, more often when the individual is working.
Most often, the body ache is likely to leave by itself over time. But when it lasts longer, it could ... Views: 1225
Whenever an individual considers losing weight or getting a shapelier body, he often has the ideal weight in mind, and when results for weight loss are not achieved, it may even lead to a feeling of disappointment.
One may at times believe that unless he achieves the ideal weight, he won't be ... Views: 1223
Popping painkillers has more or less come across as a norm, and people just choose to for pain killers, be it for end-of-the-day headache, a body pain post workout, or even minor spinal discomfort. If you do pop in painkillers every now and then, you should be aware that these could have side ... Views: 1215
Alcohol poisoning has come across as an issue of significant proportions, and just about anyone who drinks, is at risk. The risk factor is higher still for binge drinkers.
Mechanism of Alcohol Poisoning
There is a certain mechanism which is associated with alcohol poisoning; the liver then ... Views: 1214
Cutting back on one's sugar intake is a commonly discussed issue. High sugar levels in our bodies account for diabetes, and sugar is also associated with obesity and being overweight.
Alternately, sugar can have many negative effects on our health and well being. It causes inflammation, and ... Views: 1214
The Dussehra fever has gripped the nation, and all are anticipating the festival with joy and fervor.
The Dussehra fever has gripped the nation, and all are anticipating the festival with joy and fervor. The entire nation is a delight to look at during the festive holidays of Dussehra and ... Views: 1203
How much could you possibly know about love compatibility and interpersonal human relationships just by knowing the zodiac signs of two people? It is this question that people sometimes ponder upon!
A very personal viewpoint is that the readings could never possibly be absolute, not full and ... Views: 1201
Is Astrology really a science? People's opinions vary endlessly over the issue and in most cases; we are likely to find multitudes that have more or less a neutral standpoint.
Nevertheless, this has been an issue of debate for long. It could never be denied that in history, we have had some ... Views: 1195
Do you suffer from neck and shoulder pain, pinched nerves or have headaches? Do tight neck muscles cause sleeping troubles or pain into your arms? If your answer is yes to any of these, you are not alone.
Day after day, millions of people just like you suffer these same problems. And until ... Views: 1194
September is the Urology Awareness Month. Let's know more about the same.
Urology conditions are often associated with a stigma. There are cases wherein one suffers from a urology issue, and still, one might choose to suffer silently instead of trying to find the suitable treatment. It is ... Views: 1194
We have all been bothered by conditions like a stiff neck at one time or the other. In most cases, the pain is likely to go away by itself in some time, but if the pain is iterative, it can be an issue of bother.
Many of us are not aware that conditions like headaches, shooting pain in the ... Views: 1191
The magic of Indian ethnic wear is astounding; it never fails to mesmerize! Indian ethnic wear like ghaghras, cholis, churidaars and bandgallas are always seen as the essence of India, and are capable of bringing any occasions to life.
One can find smart Indian ethnic wear for formal ... Views: 1190
Over the previous few years, we have all come across innumerable news reports and television features which talk about sugar, excessive consumption of sugar, and the ill effects that it could have on our health.
And in effect, the entire buzz has a background attached with it. In the past ... Views: 1190
Testosterone is basically a hormone which plays an important role in men’s health. Some of the most important functions of testosterone are maintaining muscle mass, bone density and also sex drive.
Testosterone production levels are highest in early adulthood, and decrease a little each year ... Views: 1186
Carpal tunnel syndrome is broadly classified as a painful medical condition of arms and wrists, caused by a squeezed nerve in the wrist. It afflicts women more commonly than men and is most prevalent during 30 to 60 years of age. Around five in hundred women and three in hundred men have been ... Views: 1185
Herbal products are a gift of nature and work in a holistic way to improve our health and well being. A key difference between herbal products and pharmaceutical is that pharmaceuticals work by modifying a physical condition.
Herbal products, on the other hand are designed to work with the ... Views: 1185
Potato recipes are always energizing and fulfilling. Potatoes are full are carbs, and when combined with cottage cheese, the dish is rich in proteins as well, making it highly nutritious while being equally delightful.
Rosti is a recipe from Switzerland, and it's very similar to patties or ... Views: 1181
It is for his innumerable qualities that Lord Hanuman is worshipped by devotees at all places in the world. And his quality which is most treasured is his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.
Hanuman Chalisa, the most revered prayer in the world is written praising Hanumanji's devotion to ... Views: 1180
Not being able to conceive could be difficult for a couple, but knowing more about the matter could help you work out the problems. Let’s take an overview of the issues which could lead to male infertility.
Such causes could be environmental or even health concerns. At times, it is the ... Views: 1174
Physical Therapy is a remarkable way to heal the body from a host of musculoskeletal afflictions, which could affect the back, the neck or any of the joints. This also works for many problems affecting our bones and muscles.
The therapy is very often based on the principle of decompression ... Views: 1173