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Post-Covid healing yoga asanas
The ancient practice of yoga is known to offer scientifically proven solutions to many everyday problems both physical and mental. From increasing immunity to improving the function of vital organs of the body, from reducing stress to minimizing depression, yoga plays a major role if you choose the right asanas and practice them with awareness. These select asanas strengthen your body and mind, increase immunity, and take away fatigue.
Decoded: How Covid-19 aerosols travel through our lungs
The study, led by the University of Technology Sydney researchers, found that more of these aerosols reach the right lung than the left. While previous research has revealed how virus aerosols travel through the upper airways including the nose, mouth and throat, the study published in the journal Physics of Fluids was the first to examine how they flow through the lower lungs.
Bloomberg Philanthropies, Commonwealth to boost ocean conservation
The Commonwealth Blue Charter is an agreement by 54 member countries to work together to solve ocean challenges. Implemented through 10 voluntary action groups, the work focuses on areas including climate change, marine pollution, coral reef restoration and the sustainable blue economy.
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But ever since the world was affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, things have changed. The global battle against the virus has been overwhelming mentally, physically, emotionally and has taken a toll on frontline workers in every nook and cranny.
Covid Crisis: Safeguarding children from future waves with vaccination
Recently, government leaders, members of civil society, the UN, academia, the private sector from across the world participated in the virtual event 'Lives in the Balance' and spoke out about the devastation of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's, children's, and adolescents' health, and unveiled targeted, time-bound commitments for focused action.
Amid art world slowdown, digital auctions save the day
"Owing to this we were able to stay connected with our target audience/collectors and stay relevant in the current times. Our secure and easy remote accessibility features further accorded our bidders confidence to continue participation in our auctions. We have been receiving an enthusiastic response for all our auctions, signifying a sustained demand for art," Sneha Gautam, Vice President, Client Relations, AstaGuru.
Your Bollywood-inspired summer closet
Deepika Padukone's monochromatic cool. Get street-ready with Padukone in green. Deepika shows you how to wear hue from head to toe. A pastel wrap-around Jacquemus soft knit crop cardigan is paired with high-waist leather trousers in a jewel tone. Padukone finished the look with a pair of green Air Jordan Nike sneakers.
Nearly 90% of patients don't use inhalers correctly
The new platform is the latest initiative under Lupin's long running umbrella programme, Joint Airways Initiative (JAI), for patients suffering from respiratory ailments. According to estimates, India has nearly 35 million people living with asthma, including children. While there is no cure for Asthma, it is manageable with proper treatment, vigilance, drug adherence and regular medical checks, thus enabling patients to lead a normal life.
Can distaste for bitter flavours determine severe Covid risk?
The study, led by Baton Rouge General Medical Center, in Louisiana, found that people who experienced low intensity of bitter tastes or no bitter tastes, classified as "non-tasters" were significantly more likely to be hospitalised once infected. On the other hand, none of the participants who experienced greater intensity of bitter tastes considered "super-tasters" were hospitalised when infected with Covid.
Cool off with these refreshing summer cocktails
Just like we move turtleneck sweaters to the back of the closet, it's time we retire liquor and bring on clear spirits, fruit juices and crushed ice. The hot season demands refreshing drinks, alcoholic or not, served in tall, frosted glasses.
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