Vitamin D is much needed for bone health, supporting immunity, regulating mood, and inflammation– thus making it important for our overall health and well-being. Apart from getting it from foods, Vitamin D is also synthesised in the body when exposed to sunlight and hence it is also called the “sunshine vitamin”. However, a large number…
Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic and progressive disease in which healthy liver cells are slowly replaced by scar tissue, impairing vital liver functions such as detoxification and nutrient processing. Common causes include chronic alcohol use, hepatitis B and C infections, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Often silent in its early stages, cirrhosis can…
As children come of age, it is extremely important to talk to them about all the topics under the sun, especially about the birds and the bees, that is intimacy. However, this talk is not only limited to sexual intercourse, rather, includes topics like good touch bad touch, consent, age appropriate sexual activity, protection etc….
Keeping fishes as pets is a calming and rewarding experience. While many popular aquarium fishes live only for a few years, did you know that there are certain species that can live for decades? Yes, you read that right! From Goldfish to Koi fish, certain freshwater and marine fishes are known for their incredibly long…
Love Island USA Season 7 contestant Cierra Ortega has been officially removed from the villa following intense backlash over a resurfaced racist TikTok. In the wake of her exit, her family has released a public statement condemning the online harassment and threats she has received. Why was Cierra Ortega removed from Love Island USA Season…
If you’ve already been to Ooty or Kodaikanal, and think you already know about this place, think again. Well, it’s time to give those hill station clichés a break, and take a detour to satiate your curious self. Tamil Nadu is dotted with hidden (and not-so-hidden) gems where the mist rolls in just as dramatically,…
High Blood Sugar or Diabetes, is a chronic, often life long condition where the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t effectively use the insulin it produces, leading to high blood sugar levels. Insulin, a hormone, regulates blood glucose. When there’s not enough insulin or it’s not used properly, glucose builds up in the…
Personality tests have always fascinated people because they offer insights into one’s hidden traits and unconscious behaviour. While traditional tests use questions to assess one’s character, modern psychology suggests that one’s body language, especially sitting posture, can also reveal a lot about a person’s true nature. How you sit when relaxed or unaware is often…
Travellers today look for more than just beautiful views when planning a trip. They want to visit places that hold meaning, where stories from the past are still remembered and Sri Lanka is one such country that holds immense cultural and spiritual significance.The country has traces of the Ramayana and there are several attractions that…
For Indian passport holders, international travel often comes with long visa processes. But if you already have a valid UK multiple-entry visa, you’ve unlocked more than just the United Kingdom. A handful of countries now allow visa on arrival (VOA) or simplified entry, thanks to the credibility of a UK visa. This means you can…
