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Travel-friendly skincare: Protect your skin during summer vacations with these easy expert tips

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Travel-friendly skincare: Protect your skin during summer vacations with these easy expert tips

If you are travelling this summer, ensure you carry these skincare essentials to protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, dirt, dust, and pollution. 

Improve your focus by upgrading your work desk with one of these 5 plants 

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Improve your focus by upgrading your work desk with one of these 5 plants 

If you struggle to stay focused at work or while studying, here are five desk plants that can help. They not only enhance beauty but also improve mood, air quality, and bring a sense of balance.

Longevity expert Bryan Johnson warns this one bad habit is harming your liver

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Longevity expert Bryan Johnson warns this one bad habit is harming your liver

When it comes to liver health or optimal functioning of the body, many of us only think about diet and exercise. But here’s what you may be overlooking—and shouldn’t.

5 foods that each give you 30 gm protein, shared by top diabetologist

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5 foods that each give you 30 gm protein, shared by top diabetologist

Diet tips: Protein is one of the most essential nutrients that the body needs for its proper functioning. If you struggle to find high-protein foods to meet your daily requirement, a senior doctor recommended five best sources.

Jr NTR sheds 9.5 kg in 7 weeks; fitness trainer reveals one change behind his weight loss

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Jr NTR sheds 9.5 kg in 7 weeks; fitness trainer reveals one change behind his weight loss

JR NTR is back in action. The actor’s new physique for his upcoming film is winning fans. Apparently, he has shed 9.5 kg in just seven weeks. Here’s everything you need to know about his diet and workout.

5 kitchen ingredients you should avoid applying on your face

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5 kitchen ingredients you should avoid applying on your face

Skincare tips: If you’re someone who actively uses kitchen ingredients to make homemade masks and scrubs, you should avoid these five popular ones that do more damage than good.

Love jute bags? This Indian city is called the Jute Capital of the World

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Love jute bags? This Indian city is called the Jute Capital of the World

If you love carrying a chic jute bag to the beach or your lunch box in one, you’d love to know about the city that has earned the reputation of being the jute capital of the world.

Pads, tampons, or period underwear: What’s the right menstrual product for you, according to doctors

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Pads, tampons, or period underwear: What’s the right menstrual product for you, according to doctors

If you’re confused about which menstrual products to choose from, here’s what you should know about each of them to make an informed choice based on your needs. 

Home decor tips: How handcrafted elements are bringing warmth back into urban homes

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Home decor tips: How handcrafted elements are bringing warmth back into urban homes

Home decor ideas: Handcrafted pieces add a personal, human touch to a home that cannot be replicated by designs built on speed, scale, and mass-produced prints. Here's why texture and imperfection matter and how a shift in the market is driving a change towards handcrafted elements.

Kadha does not prevent cancer; doctor shares 5 tips to boost immunity

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Kadha does not prevent cancer; doctor shares 5 tips to boost immunity

Many of us are told to drink kadha and detox teas to boost immunity and prevent cancer, but the truth is that they don’t help. A cancer specialist shared what can keep you healthy instead.

500-year-old recipe of samosa goes viral: Not aloo, but royals enjoyed this filling inside

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500-year-old recipe of samosa goes viral: Not aloo, but royals enjoyed this filling inside

Samosa lovers may not know that the street snack was very different in the 15th century and was made in royal kitchens. Its recipe, found in a manuscript, was shared by historian Dr M. F. Khan, and surprisingly, its ingredients do not have either aloo or chillies.

Google search or doctor's prescription for sick child? Why we self-diagnose first and seek help last

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Google search or doctor's prescription for sick child? Why we self-diagnose first and seek help last

With tech taking over, many of us quickly reach out to Google when we observe the first signs of discomfort instead of consulting a doctor. Medical attention is sought only after waiting, watching, and second-guessing. A top paediatrician explained why early intervention matters.

Vastu tips for money: Why this lucky plant isn’t attracting wealth; 5 mistakes to avoid

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Vastu tips for money: Why this lucky plant isn’t attracting wealth; 5 mistakes to avoid

Many people grow a money plant at home with the hope of attracting wealth and abundance. However, if not cared for properly, it can have the opposite effect. So, here are five mistakes you should avoid. 

Pair these 7 fruits with nuts and seeds to avoid a blood sugar spike

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Pair these 7 fruits with nuts and seeds to avoid a blood sugar spike

If you worry about blood sugar spikes due to eating fruits, a nutritionist has suggested the best nuts and seeds that can be combined with them. These add healthy fats, protein, and fibre, making them safer for consumption.

The rise of ‘soft dating’: Why gentler, emotionally aware love is trending

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The rise of ‘soft dating’: Why gentler, emotionally aware love is trending

The idea that ‘more is better’ is fading in modern dating. Here’s what an expert has to say about soft dating, which focuses on building meaningful, genuine connections.

7 frozen foods in your kitchen pantry that do more harm than good

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7 frozen foods in your kitchen pantry that do more harm than good

These seven frozen foods should be removed from your kitchen pantry, as most use refined flours, contain high amounts of salt, preservatives, and stabilisers, increasing the risk of chronic diseases.

6 high-protein vegetarian foods you’d love besides paneer

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6 high-protein vegetarian foods you’d love besides paneer

Protein is one of the most important nutrients our body needs for proper functioning. Here are a few high-protein options for vegetarians that go beyond the usual paneer. These are versatile and can be enjoyed in a number of ways.

Why you should not drink alcohol on a flight to fall asleep faster, doctor warns about its health risks

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Why you should not drink alcohol on a flight to fall asleep faster, doctor warns about its health risks

If you think drinking alcohol to fall asleep faster on a flight is a good hack, a US-based doctor warns you to reconsider it. The combination of the two puts strain on your heart when you are in hypobaric conditions.

Parkinson’s disease: Neurologist suggests these dietary changes can help manage the condition

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Parkinson’s disease: Neurologist suggests these dietary changes can help manage the condition

Parkinson’s disease can impact gut health, making a healthy diet essential to enhance drug efficacy, maintain steady bowel function, and reduce inflammation. A neurologist suggests a few dietary changes that may help.

Skin acting up too often? Doctor says your liver may be asking for help

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Skin acting up too often? Doctor says your liver may be asking for help

While most of us think that common triggers for acne or flare-ups are hormones, pollution, or stress, a doctor explained how liver stress may also need attention.

Dermatologist explains why Indians can’t have naturally pink lips, 3 causes that darkens them

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Dermatologist explains why Indians can’t have naturally pink lips, 3 causes that darkens them

Social media may make you believe that pink lips are desirable, but a top dermatologist shared the science behind why Indians don’t have naturally pink lips. For pigmentation that happens over time, she explained the cause and ways to treat it.

6 birth control myths that still influence women’s reproductive health

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6 birth control myths that still influence women’s reproductive health

Despite progress in improving access to family planning, misconceptions about contraception continue to prevail and influence women’s reproductive health. A public health expert busted six myths.

Struggling to lose weight despite diet and exercise? US-trained doctor explains what needs attention

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Struggling to lose weight despite diet and exercise? US-trained doctor explains what needs attention

If you are stuck at the same weight despite eating well and working out, a US-trained doctor recommended focusing on the bigger picture and correcting what may actually be stalling your progress.

How to prevent fridge compressor explosions caused by overheating in hot weather

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How to prevent fridge compressor explosions caused by overheating in hot weather

As temperatures rise, it is important to ensure that your fridge works optimally to keep food safe. Here are a few reasons why your fridge compressor gets overheated in summer and what actions to take to prevent damage and, in rare cases, a blast.

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