LIFESTYLE
Next therapy for Covid maybe be at your local pharmacy
The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, uses artificial intelligence-powered image analysis of human cell lines during infection with the novel coronavirus. The cells were treated with more than 1,400 individual US Food and Drug Administration-approved drugs and compounds, either before or after viral infection, and screened, resulting in 17 potential hits.
Back to basics to adjust with seasonal changes
As per the teachings of Ayurveda, each of us embodies a dominant natural constitution comprised of: either Vata, Pitta, or Kapha (or a combination of any of the two constitutions). Vata constitution is comprised of the qualities of air and space, Pitta by fire and water, and Kapha type body by water and earth. Each season pacifies or ignites these energies within us.
Create your own meditation corner at home
Keyur Zaveri, Sr Director of Design, Furlenco share some ways to help you create your own peaceful meditation area, where you can set aside some time for yourself every day. Practising mindfulness and meditation have gained popularity in recent times, so it is essential to set up the perfect corner for it in your home.
60% students say parents are now more involved in their learning: Survey
The survey by online learning platform Brainly examined the evolved role and response of Indian parents regarding their wards' education. It showed that most parents have adapted to the new, online-assisted model of learning. On being asked whether their parents are comfortable with the hybrid model of education which combines virtual instruction with assistance from online learning resources.
Millets can reduce risk of developing cardiovascular disease
The study was undertaken by five organisations and led by the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). The results, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, brings critically needed scientific backing to the efforts to popularise and return millets to diets, especially as staples, to combat the growing prevalence of obesity and being overweight in children, adolescents, and adults.
Science for an effective skincare regime
Face serums are a proven solution for a host of skincare concerns and are worth adding to your skincare routine. Serums are usually formulated with up to 2-3 active ingredients like skin acids, vitamins, antioxidants etc. which penetrate deep into your skin to target specific skin concerns like dryness, wrinkles, large pores, and dark spots.
Can marijuana use lead to poorer Covid-19 outcomes?
The research from the Washington University in St Louis used genetic epidemiological models to determine that genetic predisposition to CUD is related to risk for a severe reaction to Covid-19. But, comparing people with the variants to their Covid outcomes, the researchers found genetic liability for CUD accounted for up to 40 per cent of genetically influenced risk factors.
Children account for 18% of all Covid cases in US: Study
While since the beginning of the pandemic children account for 14.4 per cent of the infections, in the last week more than 1,21,000 children tested positive for Covid-19 in the US. That is a 29 per cent increase over the figure of nearly 94,000 from the previous week, signaling a worrying trend as the fall semester approaches, the Daily Mail reported.
Are you a modern Indian bride?
The modern bride needs comfort as much as style, her choices are unconventional and her wedding is designed according to her taste and sensibilities. On the one hand she wants her parents to be happy and so doesn't mind going the traditional route -- to a limited extent! Young brides don't let up on what they want either -- comfort, style, something exclusive and unique!
First transgender woman competes in LIVA Miss Diva 2021
Beauty Pageants have long been a stage for the representation of the binary, however, that is set to make a historic and a progressive change with 24-year-old Dipanjali, who has set her foot as a participant of the coveted title. The winner of LIVA Miss Diva 2021 will represent India at the Miss Universe 2021 and LIVA Miss Diva Supranational 2021 will represent the country at the Miss Supranational 2021.
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