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Sugar substitute Xylitol may be risky for your heart, says study
A recent study suggests that xylitol can alter thebody’s clotting abilities and lead to stroke or heart attack. Read on to know more Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol that is found in plants. While it tastes like sugar, it has fewer calories and is often touted to be a healthier option for sugar, especially…
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Why a glass of nutmeg milk at night can work wonders for you!
Nutmeg milk, especially at bed time, can give you better sleep, relaxation and benefits such as heart health and immunity. If you are someone who relishes a warm cup of milk at night, then adding some nutmeg to it will not only help you relax but also make this drink extremely healthy. Nutmeg milk is…
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Mouth ulcers or canker sores are painful: Hereโs how to treat them
Canker sores are mouth ulcers that can often cause unbearable pain and make it tough for you to eat or drink anything. Read on to know more A mouth sore is enough to make your appetite go for a toss, right? Canker sores are painful sores that usually appear inside your mouth, at the base…
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Can hair sunscreen protect your hair from sun damage?
If you don’t want your skin to experience sun damage then apply sunscreen. But what about your hair and scalp? Do you really need a hair sunscreen to protect hair from sun damage? Applying sunscreen to your face and skin may be a regular part of your skincare routine. But have you heard about hair…
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Clamshell exercise: Learn the right way to do this move to strengthen hips
Looking for a hip strengthening exercise? Try the clamshell exercise, which can be done in various ways. A clam opens and closes its shell, and this movement is used to do the clamshell exercise. Doing this regularly can strengthen the muscles in your lower body that are needed for doing day-to-day activities such as walking,…
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Lupita Nyongโo finds the ‘purrfect’ way to mend her broken heart: Why pets are good for mental health
Actress Lupita Nyongโo says adopting a cat helped her recover from a broken heart. Let us tell you the health benefits of having a pet. Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyongโo not only overcame her fear of cats for a movie role, but also adopted one. Being a cat momma has been great for her mental health.…
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This homemade mango iced tea recipe will help you beat the heat!
Drinking green tea or black tea? Make it fruity and healthier by adding mango to it. Try this mango iced tea recipe for a cool and healthy summer. The need to stay hydrated and search for a flavoured, chilled beverage is a summer staple for most people! Iced tea is a chilled beverage for which…
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Monogamy and Polyamory: Hereโs what sets them apart
Monogamy essentially involves exclusivity on the part of both partners in a relationship, while in polyamorous relationships an individual can have multiple partners. A husband and wife or even a girlfriend and a boyfriend, is the ideal definition of a monogamous relationship. While this may seem very natural to most of us, monogamy might not…
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Carrier oils: The best ways to choose and use oils for your skin
Carrier oils can be used alone or mixed with essential oils to improve your skin health. Let us tell you about the best carrier oils and how to use them. Carrier oils are plant oils that are often used with essential oils, which are highly concentrated in nature. Carrier oils are mixed with essential oils…
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World Food Safety Day 2024: How to identify adulterated food items
Consuming adulterated food can lead to mild to severe health problems. On World Food Safety Day, we tell you how to identify adulterated food items. When a food itemโs quality is reduced, it is called food adulteration. Either harmful substances are added or high-quality ingredients are replaced with cheaper alternatives. When consumed, these adulterants can…