Do you know why your husband can’t resist that mouth-watering chicken korma which you hate but love to hop on a delicious chocolate cake? Blame it on a gene variant. According to the researchers, people who carry variants in a particular gene have an increased preference for high-fat food but a decreased preference for sugary foods. Previous studies in Read More

1. Scrumptious potato recipes! Potato is that versatile vegetable which can be cooked in several ways. It is in fact a staple food in several countries. If you think potatoes ate fattening, you will be happy to learn that they are not just loaded with fat but are also full of nutritional benefits. A single potato has just 110 calories, Read More

1. Relish the taste of these scrumptious parathas! A flatbread, with or without stuffing is what describes the paratha best. On days you do not want to prepare an elaborate meal, paratha can come to your rescue. Parathas are usually stuffed with vegetables and sometimes with meat, they are out-of-the-world preparations, oozing with ghee and bursting with flavours. The best Read More

1. Latest Cake Trends of 2017! We can’t stop drooling over these latest wedding cakes. Wedding cakes are supposed to bring luck and happiness to the newlyweds. Though we have borrowed the concept from the West, quite characteristically, Indian Weddings have taken this trend to the next level with innovation and grandeur. So, what are the latest trends in the Read More

The researchers noted that each of the three unhealthy behaviours – obesity, smoking, and unhealthy consumption of alcohol – was linked to a reduction in life expectancy and to an earlier occurrence of disabilities. (File Photo) People who do not smoke, consume alcohol moderately and maintain a healthy weight may live up to seven years longer than the general population, Read More

The flowers in the garden are pretty, and they smell so sweet. Spring is in full bloom, and the air is filled with sweet fragrance of flowers in riots of colours. Some of the flowers are popular the world over not only for their beauty, but also for their sweet fragrance. How many kinds of sweet flowers grow in a Read More

Final exams are over. Let the kids enjoy the luxury of a leisurely childhood without any stress for few days. This is the perfect time for them after a long hectic schedule of lessons and exams. Let your child lead the free days under your supervision and guidance. It will encourage them to maintain an active life. Here are few Read More

  You may call it a close cousin of the nation’s favourite sweet – Gulab Jamun, but the Kala Jaam or Kala Jamun deserves more attention and praise. These sugar dipped rounds made of khoya, and cottage cheese are one of the most loved Bengali sweets and have captured a unique place in our hearts despite being considered as one of Read More

Kids will find a collection of meditations designed to help them through some of their most stressful moments in numerous apps. (Representational image) As parents, it’s their core responsibility to promote, encourage and facilitate healthy lifestyle choices. We can promote healthy living through apps that introduce and facilitate relaxation, healthy eating, exercise, self-awareness and tech safety. Here are top 5 Read More

Customers research a business online before even setting a foot in the store. Maintaining a positive image on social media, therefore, should be on top of every brick and mortar store owner interested in boosting sales and customer loyalty. But brick and mortar retailers often struggle to leverage social media platforms for their business. Tips to Create a Winning Social Read More