Beauty & Wellness
Skin care, hair care, make-up and everyday wellness, written for Indian skin, hair and climate. Buying guides and simple routines, with health advice reviewed.
Best moisturiser and body lotion for dry winter skin in India: how to choose
How to choose a moisturiser or body lotion for dry winter skin: cream or lotion, helpful ingredients, fragrance, SPF and a simple daily routine.
These Simple Morning Habits Can Help You Sleep Better at Night
Do you find yourself staring at the ceiling, wide awake in the late hours of the night and feeling trouble sleeping? Does the thought of another restless...
10 everyday Indian foods that fit a heart-friendly diet
Ten everyday Indian foods that fit a heart-friendly diet, from dal and millets to curd and nuts, with ways to eat them and who should check with a doctor first.
Mindfulness Meditation: Tips for a More Peaceful and Productive Life
Mindfulness meditation is an ancient practice that can help us cultivate a greater sense of peace and productivity in our lives. It involves focusing on...
The Importance of Self-Care: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself Physically
Self-care is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, both physically and mentally. It requires time to ensure you are living your healthiest...
How to Overcome Negative Thinking Habits with Philosophical Insight
Negative thinking can be a destructive force in our lives, leading to feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Thankfully, there are ways to overcome these...
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How many days a week should you work out?
Staying healthy and fit is important for everyone, but it can be difficult to determine how often you should work out. While there is no one-size-fits-all...
Heart-healthy eating in India: 8 everyday habits, with portions
Eight everyday eating habits for heart health in India, with ICMR-NIN portions for oil, salt and sugar. No diet can promise to prevent heart disease.
10 simple ways to ease everyday stress, and when to get help
Ten practical ways to ease everyday stress, from walking and sleep to slow breathing, plus signs you need more help and the free Tele-MANAS helpline, 14416.
12 Simple Habits That Will Make You Happy Every Day
Simple habits are small, everyday actions that can help individuals to achieve their goals and stay on track for success. These habits can be anything...
Foods for stronger bones: calcium and vitamin D in an Indian diet
There is no superfood for bones. Here is what ICMR-NIN and the NHS say about calcium, vitamin D, ragi, dairy, greens and sunlight, and when to see a doctor.
Balance exercises after 60: six gentle moves to help reduce falls
Six gentle balance and leg-strength moves for people over 60, what Cochrane and the NHS say about exercise and falls, safety rules, and when to see a doctor.
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