LIFESTYLE
Storage for kids isn't child's play
The pandemic has changed our way of life and expectations at and from our homes. It's not any different for kids either. When it comes to kids, there's an extra layer of care and stress for parents in terms of recrafting an environment at home for study and playtime. The need for a balanced or easily adaptable environment becomes paramount to enable a child to differentiate between study and playtime.
Slouching, weak eyes are byproducts of online learning
According to child psychologist Chandni Bhagat, "The ongoing pandemic has been extremely challenging for kids. As they are home-schooling for the second consecutive year, they are grappling with several issues which they may be unable to freely express."
Spike protein changes in Covid variants can make vax ineffective
Researchers from the Boston Children's Hospital, have found new properties in the spike protein of the Alpha, first identified in the UK and Beta, first identified in South Africa variants. The changes to the 'spike' protein explains faster spread of Alpha, and how the Beta variant evades immune responses, suggesting the need for a booster with an updated vaccine.
Finally yes to dressing up again, yet no to trends?
Fashion brings joy to many of us, you feel good when you wear something that makes you feel good. As renowned Professor of psychiatry Raphael Bonelli said, "An interest in fashion and personal appearance is a sign of mental health. Psychiatrists are able to infer changes in mood from changes in their patient's clothing." It is a scientific fact-- fashion is therapeutic!
How artificial sweeteners can harm your gut
The study, published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, is the first to show the pathogenic effects of some of the most widely-used artificial sweeteners -- saccharin, sucralose, and aspartame -- on two types of gut bacteria, E. coli (Escherichia coli) and E. faecalis (Enterococcus faecalis).
Rock the ethnic look this monsoon
Try not to wear earthy tones. All things considered, go for pastels and lively gem stones hues. If its daily wear, stay with pastels and quieted conceals. Join sparkle in evening wear, however don't try too hard. exquisite prints can complement any body type. Monsoons additionally address immense flowery and paisley themes.
How to prevent vaginal infections during monsoon season?
During the monsoon, the humidity is way too high and already the moisture quotient of our private parts are very high. So it's important to keep the vagina and area surrounding it dry by just wiping after urinating or after the loo. Wipe with plain toilet paper from front to back. No wetness means decreased moisture and a decreased breeding ground for the bacteria.
Need to de-gender performing arts, entertainment: Shiva Raichandani
This month, Raichandani's was the opening act of the second edition of one of South Asia's largest virtual celebrations of Pride Month Digital Pride festival, hosted by TQMP and Instagram. The Festival was supported by the British Council, whose Director Arts India Jonathan Kennedy, says that the festival to mark Pride Month shows how we are connected through sharing stories and artistic collaboration.
Dating app offers 2 free therapy sessions, mental health resources to all users
Starting Thursday and through July, all Indian users of dating app Tinder will have access to mental health resources including up to two free sessions with licensed therapists across eight languages, said Tinder India, adding that there will be "continued support at discounted rates for beyond the first two sessions" till December. These sessions can be over video, chat or call.
What's best fabric combos for cloth masks
Researchers from the University of New South Wales used high-speed videos of a person sneezing to identify the optimal cloth mask design. The team made simple face masks with 17 commonly available fabrics. Each mask had one, two or three layers of the same or different fabrics.
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