Medicinal value of honey

Honey, nature’s soother, is more that just sweet. Ever since the dawn of civilization it has been the favorite food of all ages. This mir...






Moisturizers to lubricate your skin

More than anything else, it is the moisture content which governs the skin’s softness , and elasticity and keeps it looking young. Cold, w...




Fragrant fennel – Uses

Fennel seeds are a common sight in the Indian kitchen. Their aroma is breathtaking. Though both aniseed and fennel are called saunf in ‘Hi...




Beat the heat this summer by these therapeutic drinks

Thirst is one of the several troublesome features of summer. If you are concerned about your health, don’t try to quench your thirst with ae...




Home remedies and tips for minor ailments

For minor ills, turn to grandma’s home remedies and tips using the stuff from your kitchen and home. They work wonders to relieve annoying m...




Hand mask for your hands

Just as a face mask improves the skin of your face, a hand mask improves the color and texture of your hands and arms. Make the followi...




Amla (gooseberry) for hair

Managing hair, the crowning glory is a tough task indeed. Barring those lucky few (probably it’s in their genes) who are gifted with natura...




Drumsticks for health

“The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.” goes a popular proverb. How true! Health conscious people, who are busy cou...




Home remedies for Diarrhea

Colorfully decorated sweet meats, heavy snacks, bubbling overflowing glasses of ‘desi’ soft drinks are gustily enjoyed by people, especially...




Whiten your teeth by eating apples

A smile enhances your face value and more so if it is backed by healthy sparkling teeth . But you just can’t do without those steaming cups...




Tips for conditioning your hair

All types of hair need a conditioner –even oily hair . Whilst some people prefer to use conditioners only on special occasions, the regular ...




Treating acne with essential oils

Acne , the most common skin disorder afflicts people of all ages, though it is most common among adolescents. It causes a lot of self-cons...




Clay pads for your eyes

As we are spending more and more of our time under artificial lightings and illuminations, television, computers and the like, our delicate ...




Bhramari Pranayam

Pranayama (Yogic breathing exercises) is the new mantra of fitness freaks these days. Gone are those days when people would exclaim with a...




Medicinal and cosmetic value of red sandalwood

Red sandalwood (Raktha Chandan) is a variety of sandalwood that differs in the most basic way. It’s red and it does not have fragrance. T...




Managing mood swings

One moment you find yourself irritable and down in the dumps for no rhyme or reason; the next moment you find yourself happy and boisterou...