LIFESTYLE

Plant-based foods may cut risk of Covid infection, severity: Study
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Although metabolic conditions such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes have been linked to an increased risk of Covid-19, as well as an increased risk of experiencing serious symptoms once infected, the impact of diet on these risks is unknown. The study suggests that public health strategies that improve access to healthy foods and address social determinants of health may help to reduce the burden of the Covid-19 pandemic.
A new concept store in the Capital
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Since its inception 35 years ago, Satya Paul has now ventured into contemporary design aesthetics. While the brand has illustriously dominated the world of sarees, it is now extending its focus towards a more versatile and ready-to-wear series of apparel.
Long term effect on heart health post Covid vaccination
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People suffering from cardiovascular diseases have had it worse during the ongoing pandemic. Heart patients have been living in the constant fear of sudden deaths and severe infections. Over the past one year, we have witnessed a spike in the number of deaths due to cardiac arrest, post Covid infections. During the second wave, one of the most common aftereffects was sudden deaths due to cardiac arrest post Covid.
Going beyond 'Say Sorry!'
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We often define these growing-up years as work in progress as children work out cause and effect, and understand that relationship management can be 'tricky' business. During these formative years, children deal with their family, school teachers, or friends and for that matter, even strangers.
Imported frozen food may play role in emergency of Covid-19: Research
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The researchers reviewed the SARS-associated coronavirus and discussed possible animal origin of the novel coronavirus, reaching the conclusion that "animal-to-human transmission associated with infected live animals is the most likely cause of the Covid-19 pandemic," according to the study report titled "The animal origin of SARS-CoV-2."
Bridal wear and jewellery go hand-in-hand
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Bridal wear and jewellery always go hand-in-hand, it's so important to have the right bridal outfit and the right bridal set match one another. We really love ORRA's jewellery and the quality of diamonds they have. We were wanting to create jewellery and ORRA happened.
How lung cancer arises in non-smokers revealed
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This study was conducted by an international team led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and describes for the first time three molecular subtypes of lung cancer in people who have never smoked. The findings were published earlier this week in Nature Genetics.
Explained: Why diabetics are at risk of severe Covid-19?
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The culprit appears to be an enzyme called SETDB2. This same enzyme has been implicated in the non-healing, inflammatory wounds found in people with diabetes. Starting with a mouse model of coronavirus infection, they found that SETDB2 was decreased in immune cells involved in the inflammatory response, called macrophages, of infected mice with diabetes.
Time to refresh your lingerie style
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The Grand Lingerie Festival by Zivame promises to bring the widest range of products featuring over 9000 styles, fashionable picks, inclusive sizes, and a vast variety of designs, colours and patterns! The latest edition of Festival brings a lot of excitement and an opportunity to refresh your wardrobe with the latest collections across Lingerie, Activewear, Sleepwear, Shapewear, and more.
Average Indian diet provides only 70% nutrition: Survey
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The findings are based on a nationwide survey of 220 healthcare practitioners (doctors and nutritionists) by multivitamin supplement brand Supradyn. The survey brought to light an alarming gap in meeting the body's 100 per cent nutrition requirements across all zones in India.
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