LIFE STYLE
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Dec- 2023 -30 December
Is Spinach The Best Source Of Iron? Here Are 5 Foods With More Iron Than Spinach
Iron is a vital mineral that you require to produce haemoglobin, which helps red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body. Iron also supports healthy pregnancy, maintains energy levels, improves athletic performance and ensures better hair growth. Not consuming enough iron can contribute to anaemia and disrupt several functions of the human body. Therefore, it is essential to add enough iron-rich foods to your diet. Spinach is considered as one of the best sources of iron. But do you know there’s a long list of foods that can offer you more iron than spinach? Fret not! We’ve a list for you. Top food sources of iron 1. Dried apricots Around half a cup of the dried fruit contains 2 mg…
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28 December
You can’t reverse the ageing process but these 5 things can help you live longer
Melbourne: At this time of year many of us resolve to prioritise our health. So it is no surprise there’s a roaring trade of products purporting to guarantee you live longer, be healthier and look more youthful. While an estimated 25 per cent of longevity is determined by our genes, the rest is determined by what we do, day to day. There are no quick fixes or short cuts to living longer and healthier lives, but the science is clear on the key principles. Here are five things you can do to extend your lifespan and improve your health. Eat a predominantly plant-based dietWhat you eat has a huge impact on your health. The evidence overwhelmingly shows eating a diet high…
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21 December
Anti-cold drug combination banned for kids under 4 years: All you need to know
The use of an anti-cold fixed drug combination has been prohibited by the Indian drugs regulator Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) to be used for children under the age of 4. This common cold fixed drug combination (FDC) is a cocktail of two drugs, chlorpheniramine maleate and phenylephrine. This decision was made based on the recommendations of the Subject Expert Committee (SEC) which emphasised that this drug combination should not be used for children below four years of age. All manufacturers of this common cold fixed-dose combination (FDC), containing chlorpheniramine maleate IP 2mg with phenylephrine HCL IP 5 mg per ml drops, have been directed to include a warning on the label and the package about the caution: “FDC should not…
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20 December
Hyderabad retains its position as ‘Biryani Capital of India’
Hyderabad: According to Swiggy’s latest report titled ‘How India Swiggy’d,’ Hyderabad has reaffirmed its status as the Biryani capital of India in 2023. Swiggy, the prominent on-demand convenience platform, unveiled that every sixth biryani order across the nation originated from Hyderabad. Remarkably, one enthusiastic Hyderabadi placed a staggering 1633 biryani orders throughout the year, while the city’s most fervent foodie splurged Rs 37,008 on a single order. The culinary preferences in the city remain steadfast, with Biryani topping the charts as the most-ordered dish on Swiggy for the eighth consecutive year. The top five dishes in demand included chicken biryani, chicken 65, and ildi, with an interesting tidbit highlighting an individual spending Rs 6 lakh solely on idlis in 2023. When it came…
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19 December
Kerala registers 115 new Covid cases today, total infections at 1,749
Kerala reported 115 fresh Covid-19 infections in the last 24 hours taking the total active cases of the virus in the state to 1,749, according to Union Health Ministry data. The 115 cases in Kerala are out of the 142 reported from across the country till 8 am on Tuesday, as per the Ministry website. No deaths due to the virus were reported from the state in the last 24 hours. The number of people who were cured, discharged or migrated in the last 24 hours after being diagnosed with the infection stood at 112. With that, the total number of cases under this category rose to 68,36,979 till date.
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19 December
Gachibowli gets a pink makeover: La Vie En Rose Café arrives in style
Hyderabad: You don’t have to travel all the way to Sainikpuri if you’re itching to escape the bustle of everyday life and enter a pink paradise. La Vie En Rose, the first pink-themed floral cafe in Hyderabad, just opened its second branch in Gachibowli. Likhitha Samineni, Avirneni Jyothirmayee, and Sharath Kumar launched the new cafe, which features cosy corners for date nights and characteristic pink décor for Instagram-worthy photos, recently in the Times Square building in Gachibowli. The pink detailing in the cafe will definitely blow your mind. Likhitha also introduced a kids’ corner where your little ones can unleash their fun side while you indulge in delicious meals. In contrast to the Sainikpuri branch, which exclusively offered continental delicacies, this location has…
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18 December
JN.1 variant scare: Centre asks states to be vigilant as Covid cases rise
New Delhi: The Centre on Monday asked states and union territories to maintain constant vigil amid an uptick in COVID-19 cases and the detection of the first case of the new JN.1 variant in the country. In a letter to states and union territories, Union Health Secretary Sudhansh Pant underlined that “due to consistent and collaborative actions between the Centre and state governments, we have been able to sustain the (COVID-19) trajectory at sustainable low rates”. “However, as the COVID-19 virus continues to circulate and its epidemiology behaviour gets settled with Indian weather conditions and circulation of other usual pathogens, it is important to keep the momentum going to effectively deal with the challenges in public health,” he said. Recently, a few states…
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Jun- 2023 -10 June
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10 June
Neuroscientist shares three things you should avoid to ‘protect your brain’
A neuroscientist has shared three things you should avoid doing to protect your brain. Emily McDonald, 24, shared her tips to prevent symptoms such as brain fog and forgetfulness. I’m a neuroscientist — avoid these 3 habits to ‘keep your brain young’ https://t.co/303ObHtNWx pic.twitter.com/tGTq9n5LTp— New York Post (@nypost) June 8, 2023 She suggested we shouldn’t reach for our phones as soon as we get up in the morning – and instead should wait at least 20 minutes before scrolling. The brain is transitioning between sleep and waking during that time, Emily explains. She also said eating processed food can be a factor in brain fog and forgetfulness, adding that “whole foods and good fats” are good for the brain. Finally, Emily insisted people should avoid “negative…
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9 June
US Visa Appointments To Rise By 20% For Indian Students This Year As Country Celebrates Successful Student Visa Day
Speaking on the sidelines of the seventh annual Student Visa Day, Consular Chief at the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai, John Ballard, told the Free Press Journal that authorities are aiming to increase visa appointments by 20% for Indian students this year. “We intend to increase visa interview appointments for Indian students approximately by 20%. We are seeing a high demand from Indian students, and expect to meet them unlike last year’s post-pandemic era when we had staffing and other issues,” said Ballard. Riding high on the commitment to grant a record number of student visas to Indians this year, the US celebrated its Student Visa Day countrywide today with consular officers from New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai interviewing…
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