Rise and Fall – The Rhythms of the Sun
Most of us start the morning with the shrill buzz of an alarm. We leap, roll, or drag ourselves out of bed to face the day ahead. In the evening, our shoulders droop a little. The day is long and packed with work or studying, interacting with people around us, carrying out the small tasks...
The Endless Joy of Endorphins
“Happiness comes from within” – is just one way to explain the wonder that is endorphins. But first, let’s clear the air about these happy chemicals in our bodies. What are they and how do they make our lives jolly? Let’s get the science out of the way – endorphins (full name: endogenous opioid neuropeptides)...
Weight Loss – Au Naturale
Tips to lose weight naturally It is a truth universally acknowledged: we all want to be fit, healthy, and attractive. But when we’re scratching our heads over how to lose weight we get put off by the visions of vicious gym trainers, punishing exercises, and aching muscles. Yes, it’s a frightening thought… and fortunately not...
Mind Matters
You take a tablet when you have a fever, you soothe a strained throat with warm soup and when you pull a muscle you apply a hot water bag – there are plenty of instances where you take care of your body. What’s not given so much attention is your mental health. Taking care of...
Mental Health – A Crying Shame
Growing up, we’re told to be strong. To never complain. To do our duty. Our parents have raised us to be self-sufficient in a difficult world. And so we are. We swallow down our anger, we push down our feelings and we put one step in front of the other. Yes, we think. This is...
Jolly ways to beat the heat
It’s that time of the year when one of the most predictable questions begins to pop-up, “It’s hot, isn’t it?” Summers can be extremely cruel with the heat beating down on many. Now while there isn’t much you can do about the sweltering temperature outside, you can tackle the heat by keeping your body and...
Happy Soul and Happy Body: Way to a happy life
You exercise daily and indulge in healthy eating so that you can keep your body fit and healthy. However, you may forget to pay attention to your mental health. We often forget that our minds and body are connected to each other. Therefore, if we have a healthy mind, we will have a healthy body....
Compassion, Care & Chicken Soup
There are so many things that people celebrate your life. You are envied by the number of friends you have. The number of trips you’ve taken this year, the stunning success that you’ve achieved in your career, a healthy relationship with a partner or spouse. By the world’s standards, you can seem incredibly successful –...
Debunking popular nutrition myths
Have you been taking detox diets and feeling hungrier than ever? Are you stocking up on protein bars and other nutritious foods? And have you completely given up on your favorite food because they are storehouses of demons like carbs and gluten? Well, we ain’t saying that you are on the wrong path to weight...
Act your Age – Biological Age Explained.
Our birthdays – they come once a year, are a great excuse for cake and a reminder of our age. Well, one half of our age – the chronological half. There’s another age we need to be cognizant of – our biological age. The age that we’re used to – our chronological age – can...