LIFESTYLE

Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar celebrate a milestone, running of course
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Through eight years of marriage, the couple has been upfront about choosing health and fitness. Running has been a passion for both of them, and the duo can often be found sprinting away, be it high up in winding mountains or on the streets and flyovers of Mumbai. However, this time, the duo decided to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and bring in Ankita's birthday at an Airbnb Villa in Alibaug, which also happens to be the place they tied the knot.
Gen-Z fashion-favourite Urbanic kicks off to a roaring start on Myntra
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About 23,000 items were sold within the first 12 hours of going live and over 51,000 by the end of the day on September 1, the launch day, largely from the tops, dresses, and jeans categories, with pink, orange, purple, black and brown as the most sought-after colours. Shoppers started early so as to not miss out on their favorite styles, colors, and sizes to the dash, picking up 6.9k items through 2.8k orders within the first one hour of the opening day.
Keep your weight under check with these simple tips
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Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for well-being and quality of life. If you are overweight or obese, you are at higher risk of developing serious health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers.
Teens aren't as lonely in lockdown if interacting positively online
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When it comes to screen time, the problem is not so much the number of hours they spend online, but the quality of their online interactions, suggests a study, published in the Journal of Research on Adolescence, of more than 700 adolescents in the US. Overall, teens in the study who found support online, such as chatting with friends and relatives via WhatsApp or joining multiplayer online video games.
Why are children's books special?
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In a parallel world in India, children's literature was already being nurtured. It was during the colonial regime, writings about pre-colonial times and Indian fairy tales emerged. From the late 20th century, for some Indian languages, children's books became a part of its cultural identity. From then to now, where almost everyone's eyes are fixated on digital screens to study, work or just entertain.
Over 60% of people ignore early signs of poor nerve heath: Survey
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The survey, by Heal Health and Hansa Research, and supported by Procter and Gamble Health, was conducted among 1,800 respondents across 12 cities to gauge the awareness levels and perceptions about nerve health among Indians, and its findings revealed that people have limited knowledge about this issue.
Coronavirus vax cuts risk of long Covid, breakthrough infections: Lancet
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The study, led by King's College London, found that of more than 1.2 million adults who received at least one dose of either the Pfizer-BioNTech, Oxford-AstraZeneca, or Moderna vaccine, between December 2020 and July 2021, fewer than 0.5 per cent reported a breakthrough infection more than 14 days after their first dose.
Coconut a magic staple ingredient in most households
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As we celebrate World Coconut Day dedicated by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) to emphasize the importance of the fruit, IANSlife caught up with Dr. Aparna Santhanam to discuss what makes this profound ingredient a staple in every household. One of the biggest benefits of coconut-based hair oil is its ability to protect the hair from damage due to both external sources.
Five trends shaping the Indian fitness industry
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The accelerating movement to the virtual landscape and the importance of digitalisation skyrocketing in a post-Covid-19 world led to the transformation. On the fitness front, a new breed of fitness enthusiasts came into the fold. Turbocharged by the pandemic, the demand for virtual classes for yoga, HIIT workouts and overall well being took the spotlight.
Get your hands on a Bulgari Mangalsutra
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Known for its timeless designs, the statement piece is set in 18ct yellow gold adorned with round black onyx inserts and pave diamonds. The coming of age Mangalsutra interprets a traditional and sacred ornament to a contemporary and stylish jewel- deep rooted in culture while representing the cosmopolitan aspirations of a modern bride.
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