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Health benefits of drinking tea

April 24, 2013
How drinking tea is good for you Tea has long been an institution, with millions of cups supped each day, making it an unlikely staple of modern-day living. But now it seems that green tea and even the humble brew could also …

5 reasons the summer could be tough on you

March 19, 2013
The sweltering heat might not be the only problem you are likely to have this summer. The heat brings with it a host of easily avoidable conditions that you must know about. Here are the 5 reasons the summer could be tough on …

Fight the summer heat with water

March 7, 2013
When summer is round the corner you do not forget to check your car's coolant level to guard against overheating. But what about your body? Doesn't it need something special to adjust to the expected gradual increase in mercury …

How fluctuating temperatures affect health

April 30, 2013
Mumbai has been witnessing fluctuating temperatures between very high to very low in the last few days, with very low humidity levels too. These changes have been attributed to the north-easterly winds. Though the cooler nights …

10 summer essentials in your handbag

March 7, 2013
Summer’s here and it is vital to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun and its blistering heat. You possibly cannot sit at home the entire day but when you venture out, remember to have these summer essentials in …

Healthy summer recipe: Aam panha

April 25, 2013
Aam panha is a refreshing and cool summer drink that will rejuvenate and refresh you. Made with raw mangoes and spices, this tangy drink can be had at any time of the day. Preparation Time : 5 mins. Cooking Time: 15 to 20 …

Hillary Clinton discharged, docs say she will be make full recovery

January 3, 2013
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was discharged on Monday morning. Doctors are confident that she will make a full recovery despite the discovery of a potentially dangerous blood clot between the brain and the skull behind …

Is fasting the new fad diet in town?

August 7, 2012
Fasting for religious purposes is common in India. The month of Shravan has just concluded and the month of Ramzan is on - in both of which fasting is an integral part. Doctors say the practice does more than just appease the …

What booze does to your body (Video)

October 3, 2012
Ever wonder how alcohol affects your body? Alcohol consumption in moderation has been touted as being ‘good for health’. But what really happens when you drink? Watch this video to find out. Moderate drinking may help your …

Heat wave getting to Delhi residents

June 4, 2012
For Pushpa Rani, 38, a labourer who works a 16-hour day, seven days a week, the blistering heat that keeps most Delhi citizens indoors is no reason to stop working. "My husband died due to cancer five years ago and I have three …

Dehydration makes you cranky, confused and fatigued

February 19, 2012
Thirst makes us reach out for water, but even mild dehydration can leave us cranky, confused and fatigued. Tests by a University of Connecticut (UConn) lab showed that it didn't matter if a person had just walked for 40 minutes …