LIFESTYLE

Explained: How Covid-19 damages lungs, other organs
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SARS-CoV-2 is known to cause acute respiratory distress and death in some patients. Although severe Covid is linked to substantial inflammation, how the virus triggers inflammation is not clear.
Prediabetes may raise higher heart attack risk in young adults
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Having prediabetes means that one's blood sugar levels are higher than normal, with fasting blood sugar between 100 to 125 mg/dL, although not high enough to be diagnosed as Type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes is common and increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
The dying art of handwritten letters
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It's a great way to express yourself, and it's more meaningful than an email or text message. Handwritten letters are the most intimate way to express your emotions and heartfelt messages. A handwritten letter is something that everyone enjoys receiving. It immediately grabs your attention. What would you do if you received a letter like this one day?
Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for May 16-22
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Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for May 16-22
80s crimped hairstyle trend is here to stay
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Frizzy-crimped hair can be styled in a variety of ways, ranging from 90s-inspired looks to more delicate looks. Rayed Merchant, SSIZ Director of Marketing, shares some crimped hairstyles to try, such as a tempting-wavy voluminous pony, Instagrammable zig-zag curls, and a modern take on elegant Hollywood waves.
Seven approaches to intermittent fasting
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Fast for 12 hours a day: The diet's guidelines are straightforward. Every day, a person must choose and follow a 12-hour fasting window. According to some researchers, fasting for 10 to 16 hours can cause the body to convert fat stores into energy, releasing ketones into the bloodstream and thus encouraging weight loss.
Say Goodbye to Travel Anxiety
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However, travel can be very stressful on both the body and the mind. Travelling disrupts our routine, time zone differences can disrupt sleep patterns, and simply being in a new location can push us out of our comfort zone. Anxiety begins to creep in at this point, causing imbalances and disturbances in our physical, emotional, and mental bodies.
Three definitive trends to nurture the philosophy of diamond jewellery in 2022
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Jewellery is a form of self-expression for the younger generation, and they want to tell their own stories with a dash of whimsy and glitz -- truly representative of what natural diamonds stand for. Keeping in mind the impact of the cultural transformation over the last year on consumer behaviour, jewellery purchase has seen a shift towards exploring classical timeless designs intertwined with an edgy appeal that can seamlessly fit into everyone's new routine.
92% of Indian youth believe that it is normal not to use husband's surname: Report
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Despite the fact that there is no law requiring women to change their surnames after marriage, it has become a social convention around the world. However, as feminism and women empowerment create a tidal wave of change in India, the young generation's mindset and opinions are shifting.
Say yes to skin kindness
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Read the labels: Don't blindly follow Instagram trends and get influenced by advertisements. Before buying a product, read the labels to know if this is what your skin actually needs. Don't jump onto the 'acid-retinol' bandwagon, just because it is trending. Ask your dermatologist before putting chemicals on your face. AHAs and BHAs are not for everyone.
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