Summer is here. The beach, the pool, the picnics and not to mention the long drives to the middle of nowhere await you. Time to ramp up the style! Pull out the short shorts and tiny skirts. Team them up with those beloved flip flops and sandals.Did the harsh winter leave back ugly

People who are looking for natural ways to lose weight should definitely try some body massage! As we all know, massages always make us feel great. They help you get rid of stress and rejuvenate you from head to toe at the same time. If you are suffering from some kind of injury, you

We are so busy trying to keep fit these days that we overlook the times when it's essential to stop training. Look through these specific times when it is okay to make an excuse to not step into the gym or park. When you're unwell Even if you have a common cold, refrain from exercising

Damage caused by sun often turns black hair into brown. Here are a few tips to help you prevent sun damage: Use a leave-on conditioner after every wash and before you step out in the sun. Cover your head with a scarf if you are scheduled to be out in the sun for a long duration. Avoid

Outlined below are some of the most commonly used Ayurvedic spices, which when used in cooking, not only enhance the taste of the meal, but also make it nutritious and balancing: Coriander (Dhania): The coriander seed is truly a cook's best friend as it aids in the assimilation of other

There are different approaches or dieting patterns that can decrease weight. You can be on a low carbohydrate diet or a low fat, or a high protein diet. You could have one with snacks in it or one with just 3 square meals and nothing in between.  But only through trying out diets and

The minute you get pregnant, your life changes. Everyone starts showering attention on you, and you become the most important person in the family. Similarly, your diet becomes everyone’s concern, including yours.A healthy and well-balanced diet assumes priority during pregnancy as

Today, if you want to be happy and peaceful, meditation is a necessity. Here are A-Z reasons why you should meditate.AwarenessMeditation is complete awareness. It can happen every moment but it has to start with eyes closed!BlissAfter meditation, you feel a sense of absolute bliss for a

Want to plan your wed ding in style but don't know how? Fret not. The recently launched The Great Indian Wedding Book, by 100 Communications, incorporates ideas and tips from the country's top trousseau and jewellery designers, wedding planners and wedding photographers and

It is always said that exercise is all it takes to stay healthy and stress free. While it is true that exercise will help you manage stress, some small tweaks to your diet can also reduce stress. Dark Chocolate Dark chocolate helps ease emotional strain and helps to elevate your mood

Quality family time seems hard to come by when we’re driving in the fast lane in a world with fast cars, fast food, and the hope for fast fortunes. Quality time seems to be easily replaced with time spent working, cleaning the house, washing the car, rushing the kids to school, paying

Is your place getting too cramped? Here are a few quirky ways to keep all your stuff and still make your space as personalised as can be Do you live by the notion that bigger is always better? Maybe, but a lot of amazing things could come in smaller packages as well. Common case in

Summer vacations are when kids have all the time in the world to kill. How do working parents ensure that their child doesn't get bored? TOI speaks to a few parents. It's that time of the year again when parents are in a serious planning mode to keep their children busy — after all its

It is very easy to known whether a person is insecure or not. Just try them on these important points.... Running down others' looks: Someone who is insecure about their looks will often point to someone across the room, or across the gym, or on their phone screen, and point just out how

Researchers have identified the three most significant risk factors for child obesity among preschoolers: inadequate sleep, a parental BMI that classifies the mom or dad as overweight or obese, and parental restriction of a child’s eating in order to control his weight. “We looked at

A British health report has warned that adults with a large waistline are five times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. In its report, the Public Health England (PHE), an executive agency of Britain’s Department of Health, said they encourage people to monitor their waistline and

You may be hitting the gym and sweating it out, but there may be some habits that could be keeping you away from perfect fitness. Be wary of such practices such as following a set routine and being impatient. Kieran Fisher, founder and managing director of British sports supplement store

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Victoria Justice’s Smoky Eye and Pink Lip’. Take your makeup box and try… Victoria Justice’s Smoky Eye and Pink Lip Who: Victoria Justice  The Expert: Celebrity makeup artist Lusine Galadjian The Look: Smoky Eye and Pink Lip The Tip:

Do you need a spa break with some quality “me” time? You don’t have to pay big bucks, travel to Fiji or spend hours to feel pampered; in fact you can treat yourself to a mini spa break without leaving home. Your kitchen is full of all the ingredients needed for a homemade face mask

Taking your meals into your own kitchen is one of the easiest (not to mention, cheapest!) ways to lose weight. Problem is, unless you’ve been schooled in the dos and don’ts of healthy chef-ing, it’s easy for your cooking habit to pack on the pounds, says nutritionist Rania Batayneh,