LIFESTYLE

Astro Zindagi: Weekly Horoscope (November 1- 7)
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Taurus' financial situation cannot be said to be very good this week, as you will have to face some difficulties. Saving of money may not be possible as expenses are likely to be higher than your budget. If you have committed any mistake while working, accepting it will reflect your wisdom and will work in your favour. Meditation will help to increase your logical ability. This week is good for spending quality time with family or friends.
Riteish, Genelia's Imagine Meats among winners of PETA India Vegan Food Awards
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The plant-based 'chicken nuggets' and 'the Happy Bugs', have won the award for the Best Vegan Meat in the 2021 PETA India Vegan Food Awards. The eateries were developed under their vegan food brand Imagine Meat label. The Deshmukhs have been supporting the vegan diet campaign by PETA, a global animal rights organization.
Common antidepressant may cut Covid hospitalisation risk by 30%
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The study also revealed that the risk of prolonged hospitalisation of Covid-19 patients can be reduced with the help of the drug. It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is currently used to treat mental health conditions like depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders. The low-cost drug was chosen for the study by researchers as a potential treatment for Covid-19 due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
India selects 10 exotic, 10 indigenous fruits for more growth
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This was announced by Union Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar in his address at a national conference on "International Year of Fruits and Vegetables" organised by the Ministry in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The theme for this year is "Awareness about the nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables for balanced and healthy diet and lifestyle."
Diwali Gifting: The beauty bucket
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Mother Sparsh Turmeric Kit: The Turmeric Healing range is a go-to solution for people who want to get rid of hyperpigmentation, Dark Spots and desire to have a Radiant Complexion in the most natural way crafted with the restorative essence of the age-old remedy of Turmeric & Gotu Kola extracts.
Right food can help beat depression, say nutritionists  
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Troubles linked to personal health, family situation, financial condition, and any other issue which might trigger despair during Covid-19 pandemic is likely to result in causing mental depression among those facing these situations. The common belief is that people when depressed tend to consume food in excess.
Removing extremist public figures from Twitter can reduce toxicity : Study
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The study, published in the journal Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction, indicated that banning those with extremist views who are promoting conspiracy theories minimises contentious conversations by their supporters. The team referred to their tweets referencing their offensive ideas, and all tweets posted by their supporters six months before and after they were removed from the platform.
Wall trends for this fall
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If yours is a minimalistic home with clean simple designs and home accessories, covering your wall with a muted colour and simple floral motifs will work like a charm. An interplay of the yesteryear's cottage core vibe with a contemporary design aesthetic, your walls will play muse to the season of new beginnings.
Smart homes require smart air purification systems
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After all, smart living is also about smart breathing. Unless we breathe clean and pure air even within our homes, smart living remains an incomplete aspiration. Therefore, as we pivot big time to a modern lifestyle with nearly 24/7 gadgets, utilities and network-dependency within our homes, a sense of balance with respect to the indoor ambience must also be attained.
Millennials love their G&T
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Gin and tonic is an iconic drink that was created in India, way back in early 19th century when India was ruled by the Britishers, they mixed gin with quinine, water, and sugar to prevent malaria. This turned out to not only be a medicinal drink but an extremely good combination yielding to a flavour-some cocktail.
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