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What causes hair to fall? Among the several medical conditions (thyroid, hormonal issues, genetics etc), our diet can be a crucial reason for severe hair fall. Make sure you include the following foods in your diet to control hair loss: Oats: The fibre, protein, magnesium, folate, phosphorus, manganese, zinc and copper found in oats strengthen your hair and make your scalp healthy. Click here to buy them organic now! Spinach: An excellent source of folate, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C, spinach can prevent hair fall. Walnuts: Brimming with omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids, these nuts can strengthen hair follicles making your hair stronger, and healthier. Lentils: Don’t miss that dal with your rice. Lentils are a great source of folic acid – the acid responsible for the health of red blood cells that supplies oxygen to your skin and scalp. A good flow of oxygen will make your scalp healthy and prevent hair loss. It's time to start taking good care of your hair...

Now that we are bang in the middle lockdown  and have plenty of time on our hands, this is the perfect time to turn our focus onto something which most of us are guilty of neglecting: us.  Perhaps one of the perks of social distancing is that it has given us some much-needed space. With less interaction with the outside world and other people, we do not have to worry about pleasing others and putting their needs over that of our own. Now is the time to put yourself first and do things that will make you feel happy and relaxed. In such difficult times we all deserve a little self-love and what better way to do that than self-care? Not to worry if you don’t know how or where to start, here are some tips for self-care that you can practice. Cooking Time to stir the pot a little, even if it is to make instant noodles. During the lockdown, cooking has emerged as a go-to chore for many to pass time, provide nourishment to the body, and to fill up the wide hole left by ...

COVID-19 yet another gizmo for the people to acknowledge its xenophobia As long as people have walked the earth, there have been differences that separate them. From skin colour and language, to the ideals and traditions that they hold to be true. There are many results of these differences, both good and bad. When people do not react well to others who are different, it can cause xenophobia. Xenophobia can pertain to many things, with the basic meaning being a fear or dislike of something that is different or unknown to a person.It could even be considered a mental illness, as the people who are usually xenophobic believe there is something wrong with the belief system that they do not understand. However, this happens even when the beliefs are generally accepted by society and it is actually the person who struggles with being a xenophobe that holds the unaccepting beliefs.  Since late December, the novel coronavirus outbreak has spread all around the world, threatening...

China is always against India though we are the major consumers of the Chinese products.We play a vital role in their economy and business generation, China always support Pakistan and we all know what Pakistan from years is doing in India and the entire terrorism is supported by Pakistan which is been supported by China as they want Indian Economy to go down,  we do know that some part of India is been illegally acquired by China too.  China has been in the news for various reasons, sometimes for the Chinese intrusion on the Indian Territory, sometimes for other reasons which have become a part of concern for the government of India and this time China has crossed all the limits-as it is the epicentre of Coronavirus. As I see it,  Chinese products are very cheap and easily available in the market so most of the public prefer Chinese products. As we all know, Chinese Products are cheaper than Indian Products. Also, Chinese Products are very attractive & have...

Ikigai . It sounds unpleasant, nasty, distasteful. It sounds icky. Far from it! Ikigai is a Japanese concept which translates to “ a reason for being ”. Knowing your ikigai is empowering; it allows you to find your  path to fulfilment  and gives guidance in times of aimlessness. What is it? Ikigai is found at the intersection of what you  love , what you are  good at , what the  world needs , and what you can  be paid for . These overlapping circles lead to your passion, profession, mission, and vocation. If your life is lacking in one area, you are missing out on your potential and the opportunity to lead a happier life. How can it help me? You probably know this feeling. You are  overwhelmed with choices and opportunities . There are a million things you could be doing with your life. I feel like this right now. Graduation is just around the corner and this has forced me to tackle my ikigai once more. Discovering my ikigai and continuo...

As the coronavirus spreads, we are hearing about how to reduce exposure and take care of ourselves if we get sick. These are important tips, but we're not hearing much about how we can boost our immunity so that if  we do  get exposed to the virus our body can effectively fight back.  Our immune systems are designed to fight off sicknesses and viruses. But unfortunately, the immune system can get worn down by many things typical of a modern life like stress, toxins, lack of excercise and unhealthy eating. This prevents our bodies from effectively fighting off sickness.  Here are 5 essential ways to boost your immunity in preparation for coronavirus: 1. Reduce Stress When we're stressed out our body produces stress hormones which tax the immune system. So one of the most important ways to boost immunity is to reduce stress. To reduce stress, it's key to ensure you have work life balance, take breaks when you need them...

Bangalore, popularly known as the ‘Garden City’ represents a rich cultural heritage of the past era combined with modern and high-tech facilities. Experience the amalgamation of both of them on your visit to Bangalore, the south Indian city. The friendly climatic scenario offers a pleasant stay condition that makes your journey a worthwhile one. Offering several amusement parks to heritage buildings, the city is a traveller’s paradise. Let us have a look at some of the best tourist  places to visit in Bangalore  that make up for the city’s heritage and pride. Best Places To Visit In Bangalore 1. Bangalore Palace Built by Chamaraja Wodeyar in the year 1887, Bangalore Palace is an inspired design by England’s Windsor Castle and is one of the best tourist places in Bangalore. The evocative palace comprises fortified arches, towers, Tudor-style architecture, and green lawns along with sophisticated wood carvings in the interior. It is where the royal family stil...