LIFESTYLE
A last minute style guide to help men get it right this Diwali
Right from pairing the old printed shirts to simple cotton kurtas, these tips are the perfect answer for festive dressing and give the young Indian man the ability to stay close to his roots and appreciate one's heritage with a modern twist. Presenting the perfect opportunity to spend this festive season in style. From all-nighter card parties, Dhanteras and Diwali, try out these last-minute savers:
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's tips for efficient cooking this season
Prep and plan- A week before the get-together, create a roster as to how many guests you will be inviting, the recipes you would like to cook and the ingredients you will need to avoid the last-minute rush. Print out the recipes and keep them handy, don't forget the utensils, knives, towels etc. and organize your kitchen in a way that frequently used items are within reach. This will reduce the time you spend in the kitchen.
Does walking after a meal aid digestion?
But, is walking after eating really beneficial for digestion? Turns out it is, and here's why:
After you finish your meals, your body gets to work, it breaks down and absorbs the nutrients. A significant portion of the food breakdown or digestion takes place in the small intestine. "The faster the food transits from your stomach into the small intestine, the lesser is you the likelihood of common complaints like bloating, gas, and acid reflux.
A diamond for your coffee table
But with a new century comes a new expression of luxury, as a new crop of young designers and heritage jewellery houses alike including Sabyasachi, Messika, Anita Ko, Boucheron, and Fernando Jorge are celebrating natural diamonds as an everyday indulgence. Today's tastemakers are incorporating diamonds into their designs in unexpected ways, unafraid to play around with interesting cuts and colourful hues.
Zinc can prevent common cold, flu-like illnesses: Study
Rhinovirus is one of the most common causes of upper respiratory tract infections. Other common respiratory viruses include adenovirus, parainfluenza virus, and influenza virus. The study, published in BMJ Open included 28 randomised controlled trials, with 5,446 adult participants of all age groups.
Choose a healthy track to manage diabetes
Dr Jothydev Kesavadev, Diabetologist and MD of Jothydev's Diabetes Research Centres said, "It is imperative for one to always make sure diabetes is being well-managed, but, during the festive season, it is important than usual. Uncontrolled diabetes can heighten the risk of developing severe diseases or complications. Regularly monitoring glucose levels helps you catch spikes or trends that suggest your diabetes may be getting out of control. This also helps you to take timely measures," he explains.
Blurring the boundaries between 'high' and 'low' art
'Parody' and 'Pastiche' are blended together to form a post-post-modern critique of consumerist aesthetics. The painterly surface becomes the door to the phantasmatic terrains to tap onto the hidden realities. Contemporary culture with all its elusive imagery is a testimony to this concept.
Astro Zindagi: Weekly Horoscope (November 1- 7)
Taurus' financial situation cannot be said to be very good this week, as you will have to face some difficulties. Saving of money may not be possible as expenses are likely to be higher than your budget. If you have committed any mistake while working, accepting it will reflect your wisdom and will work in your favour. Meditation will help to increase your logical ability. This week is good for spending quality time with family or friends.
Riteish, Genelia's Imagine Meats among winners of PETA India Vegan Food Awards
The plant-based 'chicken nuggets' and 'the Happy Bugs', have won the award for the Best Vegan Meat in the 2021 PETA India Vegan Food Awards. The eateries were developed under their vegan food brand Imagine Meat label. The Deshmukhs have been supporting the vegan diet campaign by PETA, a global animal rights organization.
Common antidepressant may cut Covid hospitalisation risk by 30%
The study also revealed that the risk of prolonged hospitalisation of Covid-19 patients can be reduced with the help of the drug. It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is currently used to treat mental health conditions like depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders. The low-cost drug was chosen for the study by researchers as a potential treatment for Covid-19 due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
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