I fear this year there will be none of Keats’s promise of “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”. Rather, we would be better to bulk buy SAD [Seasonal Affective Disorder] light accessories and only then immerse ourselves in the poet’s concept of “negative capability”, which translates roughly as: Don’t let uncertainty paralyse you. It’s uncertain, …
The Elements of a Perfect Bed
You probably don't need to be reminded that getting eight hours of sleep per night is crucial to your health. Unfortunately, clocking those eight hours might feel like an impossible task when you're so busy planning a wedding-and it's especially tough when you can't get comfortable once you're actually in bed. When falling and staying …
How Using Earthing Sheets For Your Bed Improves Your Sleep And Memory
Earthing, also known as grounding, refers to coming into contact with the surface of the earth. Did you know that the earth’s surface is made up of a blanket of electrons? These are some of the most potent sources of antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. From this fact stemmed the practice of allowing children and even adults …
How to Create a Yoga Corner in Your Backyard
Due to recent events, almost everyone is always inside their homes. Unless you’re doing essential errands, you’re not allowed to step outside. The government has implemented some measures to prevent the further spread of the COVID pandemic. Most people are adhering to the regulations to protect themselves from the virus. During these hard times, everyone …
Everything you need to know about Hydrogen Peroxide: Is it a safe alternative to bleach?
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links which means I may get a small commission if you purchase a product after clicking on a link. This does not cost you anything. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Not many people think about the chemicals they use at home when they are trying to be healthy. …
Health Benefits of Cold Showers
For most of us, a shower is just part of our daily routine. We jump in the shower to make sure that: we’re clean, we smell good and we look presentable enough to go about our everyday lives in public. Did you know, however, that there are a host of health benefits to showering? And, …
The best decaf teas found throughout the world
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Innovative khichdis to spice up your monsoon days
Monsoon and khichdi go hand in hand. This wholesome dish with the goodness of rice, different types of lentils, veggies, masalas and sometimes meat, makes for the perfect comfort meal, especially when its pouring heavily outside. Yummy fritters, papads, achaar and a dollop of ghee on top are the perfect accompaniments for the mouth-watering one-pot …
Do under the desk ellipticals work?
On their quest for efficient multitasking, people are becoming more oriented towards practical and time-saving exercise machines. Under the desk ellipticals are just what they sound like – compact bike-like devices you can put under the desk (or anywhere, really) and have a proper workout while getting other things done. Since they engage leg and …
An Introduction to Algae, the Latest Superfood
It was the icky stuff we avoided in the pond as kids, but these days algae is a trendy food product. Loved by chefs for its versatility and touted by many nutritionists for its health benefits, algae food products are popping up on supermarket shelves, on restaurant menus, and more. Here's what you need to …