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Dengue symptoms and treatment: 10 essential tips to prevent yourself against dengue fever

HEALTH-AND-FITNESS

Dengue symptoms and treatment: 10 essential tips to prevent yourself against dengue fever

Monsoon illnesses: Symptoms of dengue include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding. By following these tips, you can significantly reduce the risk of contracting dengue.

5 monsoon flowers that will bring colours to your home garden

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5 monsoon flowers that will bring colours to your home garden

Best flowers for rainy season: Adding monsoon flowers like periwinkle and hibiscus to your home garden can create a vibrant and colourful oasis during the rainy season.

From Vitamin C serum to sunscreen, follow this six-step skincare routine for monsoon

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From Vitamin C serum to sunscreen, follow this six-step skincare routine for monsoon

Monsoon skincare tips: The monsoon season can be challenging for your skin, but with the right skincare routine, you can maintain a healthy and radiant glow.

Stop premature greying of hair, maintain your hair's youthful colour and health for longer

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Stop premature greying of hair, maintain your hair's youthful colour and health for longer

Prevent premature greying of hair: While it is impossible to completely prevent the natural process of greying, incorporating these tips into your daily routine can significantly delay the onset of premature greying.

Monsoon immunity boosters: Try herbal remedies, add probiotics to daily diet, exercise regularly

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Monsoon immunity boosters: Try herbal remedies, add probiotics to daily diet, exercise regularly

How to boost immunity during monsoon: A strong immune system not only helps you stay healthy but also allows you to enjoy the serenity of the monsoon season to the fullest.

Foods that reduce anxiety: Add these 5 superfoods to your daily diet to reduce depression naturally

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Foods that reduce anxiety: Add these 5 superfoods to your daily diet to reduce depression naturally

Superfoods for anxiety: Managing anxiety naturally through diet involves making conscious choices about the foods you consume. Include these superfoods in your daily diet to fight anxiety and depression.

Tips for better sleep: 7 healthy bedroom habits that will improve your sleep quality

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Tips for better sleep: 7 healthy bedroom habits that will improve your sleep quality

Healthy sleep habits: By adopting a few simple bedroom habits, you can create an environment and routine that promotes restful sleep.

Health benefits of dates, the often ignored nutrient-rich superfood

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Health benefits of dates, the often ignored nutrient-rich superfood

Health benefits of dates: This sweet and chewy fruit, derived from the date palm tree, is not only a delicious snack but also packed with numerous health benefits like better nutrient intake to good heart and brain health.

What to eat: 5 low-calorie fruits to enjoy this summer

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What to eat: 5 low-calorie fruits to enjoy this summer

Hydrating fruits for summer: These low-calorie fruits not only provide hydration and refreshment but also offer numerous health benefits, from improved digestion to enhanced heart health.

Exercise tips: 6 wrist-weight exercises for your upper body

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Exercise tips: 6 wrist-weight exercises for your upper body

Best exercises: Incorporating wrist weights into your upper body workout routine can provide significant benefits, including increased muscle strength, improved endurance, and enhanced muscle tone. 

Gardening for beginners: 10 common mistakes even seasoned gardeners make

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Gardening for beginners: 10 common mistakes even seasoned gardeners make

Gardening tips: Both an art and a science, gardening requires knowledge, patience, and a bit of trial and error. Even seasoned gardeners can make mistakes that hinder their plants' potential.

8 tips to cultivate body positivity, start with identifying negative thoughts about yourself

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8 tips to cultivate body positivity, start with identifying negative thoughts about yourself

Embracing body positivity requires a conscious effort to challenge negative beliefs, practise self-care, and focus on health and well-being.

How to deal with Summer SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): Causes, symptoms, treatment tips

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How to deal with Summer SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): Causes, symptoms, treatment tips

Seasonal Affective Disorder: By staying cool, maintaining a routine, protecting your sleep, and seeking shade, you can alleviate many of the symptoms of the seasonal affective disorder this summer.

Home remedies with apple cider vinegar: Use this kitchen staple for lustrous hair, glowing skin

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Home remedies with apple cider vinegar: Use this kitchen staple for lustrous hair, glowing skin

Health benefits of apple cider vinegar: Incorporating apple cider vinegar into your beauty regimen can be a natural and cost-effective way to achieve great hair and skin.

6 best stretching exercises for morning stress relief

HEALTH-AND-FITNESS

6 best stretching exercises for morning stress relief

Exercise tips: By dedicating a few minutes each morning to mindful stretching, you can improve your physical flexibility, enhance mental clarity, and promote overall well-being.

7 benefits of eating chia seeds on empty stomach 

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7 benefits of eating chia seeds on empty stomach 

Health benefits of chia seeds: From promoting weight loss to supporting bone health, consuming chia seeds on empty stomach has a number of physical benefits.

7 reasons why high-sodium diet is bad for your health

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7 reasons why high-sodium diet is bad for your health

What to eat: Diets higher in sodium are associated with an increased risk of developing high blood pressure and heart diseases.

5 common mental health issues in older people

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5 common mental health issues in older people

Mental health issues in older people are diverse and multifaceted that require early identification, appropriate treatment, and constant support.

Exercise and fitness: Here's why the trending HYROX race is taking over the fitness world

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Exercise and fitness: Here's why the trending HYROX race is taking over the fitness world

Best exercises: At the core of HYROX’s appeal is its comprehensive approach to fitness. Unlike traditional races that focus solely on running, the HYROX race integrates a variety of functional exercises, creating a balanced and demanding workout.

Frequent bloating, stomach pain and other warning signs your digestive system is suffering

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Frequent bloating, stomach pain and other warning signs your digestive system is suffering

Abdominal pain is a common symptom of digestive distress. Occasional discomfort might not be alarming, but persistent or severe pain can signal serious conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), ulcers, or even inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

6 practical strategies and insights to manage panic attacks more effectively

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6 practical strategies and insights to manage panic attacks more effectively

Panic attacks often cause hyperventilation, which exacerbates feelings of anxiety. Managing panic attacks involves a combination of immediate strategies and long-term lifestyle changes. 

10 subtle signs of high-functioning depression that shouldn’t be ignored

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10 subtle signs of high-functioning depression that shouldn’t be ignored

Symptoms of high-functioning depression: Recognising the subtle signs of high-functioning depression is the first step towards seeking help and support.

What to eat: These 6 vegetables in your daily diet turn more nutritious when boiled

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What to eat: These 6 vegetables in your daily diet turn more nutritious when boiled

Diet tips: From reducing oxalates in spinach to preserving vitamin C in potatoes, the process of boiling has many benefits for certain veggies. 

Diet tips: 4 light lunch recipes to keep you cool this summer

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Diet tips: 4 light lunch recipes to keep you cool this summer

Lunch recipes: Each of these recipes offers a unique way to enjoy a light, refreshing lunch that will help keep you cool during the hot summer months.

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