Beauty and Personal Grooming

Those who are going through stress and depression are often advised to exercise and avoid sedentary lifestyle as it has been proven that regular physical activity increases the release of feel-good hormones, endorphins which boosts our moods and promotes relaxation and calmness.  A study conducted by Black Dog Institute has found that regular exercise of any intensity can  protect against depression, with mental health benefits seen regardless of age or gender -- and just one hour per week can help. Results of this study also showed that people who reported doing no exercise at all had a 44% increased chance of developing depression compared to those who were exercising one to two hours a week. Do not stop exercising; it can increase your depressive symptoms.

Water is the most important element in sustaining life on Earth. Without water, most lifeforms on earth will perish.  Our bodies are mostly of water. As such, for the body to work at its optimum level, we need to drink enough water.  There are so many benefits of drinking water. It helps us to maintain our energy levels, removes toxins and wastes and also imparts a healthy glowing complexion.

Long time ago, I had posted about how introducing fish in a baby's diet before the age of nine months could lower eczema risk . It looks like besides genetic inheritance and other factors, a baby's risk of developing eczema is also dependent on the expectant mother's food habits. A new r esearch has found that women who take probiotics while they’re pregnant and breastfeeding could be less likely to have children with eczema than mothers who don’t. Eat probiotics when you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

World Sleep Day was celebrated on March 16th . A restful night sleep spanning 7-8 hours leaves us feeling refreshed and  healthy. It enhances your beauty, helps you maintain healthy body weight, keeps your mind calm and peaceful, decreases your risk of cardiovascular diseases and so on and so forth.  You just can't get enough of enumerating the health benefits of adequate sleep. It's that important.

Prema asks: I use cold wax for removing superfluous hair from my legs. According to the instructions on the jar, it should be used once a month. But my hair has grown back within a week. Why is it so? Response: When the hair is not pulled properly or when it has not been gripped firmly by the wax, it breaks just below the skin and surfaces within a week. Normally waxing lasts for about 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the individual hair growth rate. So, there is something wrong with your waxing method. Do read Waxing at home .

I was on a Zoom call with a client last week when my brother-in-law walked into my home office asking where we keep the rice cooker. Classic timing, right? If you've ever been deep in concentration only to have someone knock on your door, or finally sat down to relax when your phone starts ringing, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Interruptions have this uncanny ability to find us at the worst possible moments. The thing is, interruptions weren't always this frustrating. My grandmother tells me that unexpected visitors used to be a pleasant surprise. People had more time, life moved slower, and there wasn't this constant pressure to be productive every single minute. But here we are in 2026, trying to juggle work deadlines, family time, personal goals, and about seventeen different messaging apps. No wonder a surprise interruption feels less like a pleasant diversion and more like a wrench thrown into carefully laid plans. Why Interruptions Hit Different Now I...

A neat, trim waist and a flat belly looks gorgeous but a bulging, pendulous belly can lessen the charm of the most alluring woman and it has its own health hazards as well.   Do read Woes of having a big belly .     A protruding midriff is the result of flabby, soft abdominal muscles. Lack of exercise, being overweight or obese and child bearing – all take their toll on the woman’s belly. Childbirth generally sees a weakening of abdominal muscles and the start of a protruding belly. To get a flatter tummy after years of neglect will certainly take time and lots of effort on your part.   A controlled diet, an exercise regimen consisting of specific yoga poses and most important of all your determination is required to regain your slender, flat and trim belly . Do read the posts I wanna reduce my waist and thighs, Please help !,    Have Craving for a flat tummy? Check these top treatments for a tighter core , Slim Down and Stay in Shape with Yoga ...