Author Archives: Loknath Das
Make it a Muji holiday: lifestyle brand to open two hotels in China
Sleep, Muji style … A bedroom at the firm’s Shenzhen hotel, which opens on 18 January It’s a lifestyle brand known for its minimal stationery, clothing and homeware, but now Japanese store Muji is taking a step into hospitality – with the opening of two hotels in China. Designed to reflect the aesthetic that underpins its products, the Muji Hotels aim Read More
Healthy lifestyle check: Huawei unveiled the Honor ‘Band A2’ for Rs 2,499
It comes with continuous heart rate tracker which uses intelligent algorithms to accurately calculate heart rate data, the company claimed. NEW DELHI: Huawei’s e-brand Honor on Friday launched Honor “Band A2” in India for Rs 2,499. The device will be available on the e-commerce platform Amazon, starting January 8. “The Honor ‘Band A2’ helps live a healthy lifestyle and also stay updated on the Read More
Eating fibre-rich food like whole grains and legumes can help lose weight and trim your waistline
Your mom was right. Scientists have discovered that eating more fibre can help trim one’s waistline and combat obesity. Fibre can be found in whole grains, fruit, vegetables and legumes, and it is recommended we consume around 30g a day. In the research, the scientists revealed that fibre intake could affect weight, as well as blood sugar, insulin sensitivity and Read More
Insufficient zinc supply to lung cells can cause respiratory diseases
Respiratory diseases that develop due to an overproduction of mucus are caused by an insufficient zinc supply to lung epithelial cells, a study has found. Obstructive pulmonary disease is a collective term for refractory respiratory diseases with chronic airway inflammation and excessive mucus retention that are accompanied by airway obstruction. They include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that presents Read More
This year, here’s how you can make your New Year’s fitness resolution and stick to it
It’s no surprise that many of us pick staying fit as a New Year’s resolution. Here are some simple tips by Arushi Verma, co-founder, FITPASS that will help you stay motivated. Be specific – Getting healthy and fit is a vague goal. So, in the coming year, be specific if you want to lose weight/ inches or you want to gain Read More
‘Raw Water’ Is a New Health Trend. But Is It Safe?
A New York Times story in December introduced a new health buzzword to the masses: raw water, or water that hasn’t been treated, filtered or processed in any way. While the beverage isn’t widespread yet, a number of untreated water startups have cropped up in states ranging from California to Maine, according to the Times. They’re attracting those with misgivings about tap water treatment processes and Read More
Alphabet spinoff Cityblock raises $20 million to help low-income Americans get health care
Iyah Romm, Cityblock CEO Here’s a story that bucks the idea that the tech industry is selfish and myopic: A technology start-up raised more than $20 million this week to help low-income Americans, including the elderly and the homeless, access basic health services. Cityblock Health, which spun out of Alphabet’s urban innovation unit, Sidewalk Labs, will use its funds to open up Read More
Gaming addiction deemed mental illness by world health body
This is an emerging story which needs expansion. If you wish to EDIT to add information or discuss it in TALK , use buttons above The World Health Organisation will categorise addiction to video games as a mental health condition, the BBC reported. The UN’s health co-ordinator, in its draft revision of the International Classification of Diseases, called the condition a pattern of persistent Read More
Education day with Leadership Hudson
Leadership Hudson students enjoyed a day getting educated on the educational systems available to area residents, while also experiencing what the future holds for area learners. Photo courtesy of the Hudson Chamber of Commerce Leadership Hudson students enjoyed a day getting educated on the educational systems available to area residents. Education day with Leadership Hudson offers adult professionals a chance Read More
Adam Braun: How He’s Disrupting The Education System
Adam Braun I spoke to Adam Braun, the Co-founder & CEO of MissionU, about the inspiration behind the new company, how it’s disrupting the education system, why it’s possible for the system to change, the importance of his corporate partnerships, his view on upskilling and his best advice to students. Braun is the New York Times bestselling author of Promise of a Pencil: How an Read More