Lifestyle

In numerous communities across South and Southeast Asia, areca nut chewing is often regarded as a benign tradition. Yet, this seemingly innocuous habit harbors a grave danger: it significantly elevates the risk of oral cancer due to harmful compounds like arecoline, which wreak havoc on cellular structures. Areca nut, also called betel nut, is chewed…

Okra water is not a miracle drink. Yet it keeps finding space in daily routines. People trying to manage sugar levels like its calm, food-first approach. The interest comes from how okra behaves in the body, not from hype. Its fibers, texture, and mild nature work together in simple ways. Here’s everything we need to…

When India’s one of most respected business leaders and ardent traveller posts about a remote Himalayan plant, people listen and attention naturally follows. In a recent update, Anand Mahindra took to his official X handle (formerly Twitter) to share his astonishment after seeing “Sikkim Sundari”. For those who don’t know, it is a rare mountain…

These are seven proven calming scents that can help reduce stress. Lavender is best known for its effects of reducing anxiety, sleep problems, and nervous tension. To use, add 2–3 drops of lavender essential oil to a diffuser before bedtime. Source link

Using IMF estimates for 2025, here are the 10 richest countries in the world by GDP per capita (PPP) and the reasons behind their success. (Data sourced from World Atlas). Source link

Myth 1- “Fatty liver only affects overweight people.” What studies show: Obesity is a major risk for fatty liver, however, lean people can also develop it. A large systematic review in the Journal of Hepatology found that around 25 % were lean rather than overweight/obese had fatty liver. Myth 2- “Supplements or detox drinks can cure…

The Meteorological Department has predicted light to moderate rain or snow at scattered places across the Union Territory over the next 24–48 hours, though in shorter and milder spells. In Jammu, minimum temperatures were recorded at 10.4°C in Jammu city, 6.5°C in Batote, 2.4°C in Banihal, and 2.2°C in Bhaderwah, indicating a steady fall as winter tightens…

Every year as Advent begins, cities across Sweden welcome the festive season by building traditional Yule Goats, with the most famous one standing proudly in the town of Gävle. Made entirely of straw, this iconic structure often towers up to an impressive 40 feet, drawing visitors from around the world. But since 1966, the Gävle…

The key to longevity doesn’t require extraordinary efforts or over-the-tops fads. The real secret lies in the everyday simple habits and mindful choices that build long-term health. Shedding light on this very concept, board-certified senior cardiologist Dr. Evan Levine, shared the 10 habits that can help add ten fulfilling years to your life. Dr Levine…

A bizarre hotel incident has left the world shocked and disgusted at the same time! It is the story of a Chinese man who stayed in a hotel for almost two years and turned the whole place into a garbage bin (we are not kidding)! But most importantly, the incident has sparked a worldwide debate…