health tips

Salt water bath: Know why it's good for your health!

Bathing with salt water means a healthy bath! Read on to know how!

Nov 25, 2015, 04:57 AM IST

Feeling drained? Try these DIY massage tips for instant energy!

This is how you can give a massage to yourself.

Nov 23, 2015, 04:54 AM IST

Ways to combat those pesky everyday germs!

Get rid of those awful germs with these simple tips!

Nov 22, 2015, 06:22 AM IST

Asafoetida: 10 health benefits of the culinary wonder

Asafoetida or hing typically works as a flavour enhancer and, used along withturmeric, is a standard component of Indian cuisine, particularly in lentil curries, such as dal as well as in numerous vegetable dishes.

Nov 01, 2015, 13:08 PM IST

Camphor: This is how you can use its medicinal benefits to the fullest!

Camphor used to be made by distilling the bark and wood of the camphor (kapur) tree. Today, camphor is chemically manufactured from turpentine oil.

Oct 26, 2015, 23:59 PM IST

Lifting weights is the ideal sport for keeping your brain in good health

A lot of past studies have explored the beneficial impact of physical activity such as running, walking, and aerobics on the body, but few have looked at lifting weights.

Oct 26, 2015, 05:40 AM IST

Reach out for that fruit basket for better health!

Children prefer fast food and other snacks, so it is up to the parents to make healthier options like fruits a part of their daily diet.

Oct 25, 2015, 23:14 PM IST

Harmful effects of technological dependence on health and lifestyle

Easy and convenient it may be, however, even though technology benefits our lives greatly, it can go a bit too far.

Oct 25, 2015, 19:46 PM IST

Know what to eat to slow down ageing

Here’s a list of five super food that can actually make a difference to our body system.

Oct 24, 2015, 00:14 AM IST

Sex: The secret to good health!

Sexual expression has many positive physical, intellectual, emotional, psychological, and social benefits.

Oct 13, 2015, 14:28 PM IST

World Mental Health Day: How our choices are affecting our mental health

With 10th October being celebrated as World Mental Health Day, we point out a few habits and behaviours that largely undermine mental health.

Oct 08, 2015, 14:11 PM IST

Olive oil: The healthiest fat is also harmful for you! Find out how

Known as the healthiest fat, olive oil has many overall health benefits. However, if used directly on the skin, the same can prove to be harmful.

Oct 06, 2015, 19:47 PM IST

Tiny but strong: This is how sesame seeds promote good health!

One of the first oil seeds known to humankind, sesame seeds have been widely employed in culinary as well as traditional medicines for their wholesome, nutritious, prophylactic, and remedial properties.

Oct 02, 2015, 19:22 PM IST

The raw factor of eating salads

Salads are a part of everyone's pre lunch and dinner meals. Whether you eat them as an appetizer or a full meal in itself, it's nutritional values are something that benefit everyone.

Sep 24, 2015, 16:16 PM IST

Check out: How to remain fit, healthy even during office hours

If you want to remain fit and healthy, try to go for frequent breaks from prolonged sitting at workplace or home as daily morning exercise alone may not help you ward off the ill-effects of sitting for long hours.

Sep 23, 2015, 11:43 AM IST