World Liver Day is celebrated on the 19th of April, and it’s time to start thinking about how we can take care of our livers. Our livers are incredibly important organs that play a vital role in keeping our bodies healthy. They help in removing toxins, digest our food, and even store important nutrients. That’s […]
Summer is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to enjoy a bounty of delicious and nutritious fruits. As the temperature rises, staying cool and hydrated becomes a top priority, and what better way to do that than with nature’s own refreshing treats? From sweet and juicy mangoes to crisp and hydrating cucumbers, these […]
Freshwater is essential for human survival, providing us with drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene. It is also used in agriculture, industry and energy production. It therefore is a critical component of ecosystems that support our planet’s biodiversity. However, with less than 1% of the world’s water available for human use, it’s crucial that we use […]
It’s National No Smoking Day today, which is an annual event in the United Kingdom that takes place on the second Wednesday in March. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of smoking and helping smokers to quit. The campaign is organized by the British Heart Foundation, and it has been running […]
International Women’s Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8th to recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is also a day to raise awareness about the ongoing struggle for gender equality and women’s rights. The history of International Women’s Day dates back to the early 20th century when […]
Holi is a time for colourful celebrations. Friends, families, and communities celebrate together. In most Indian cultures, people make special traditional dishes as an essential part of Holi celebration. We’ve put together a list of some special foods that Indians prepare on Holi, in different parts of the country and the globe. Expatriated Indians, who […]
Holi is one of the biggest festivals in India, its festivities rivalled only by Diwali. While people now celebrate Diwali as a mostly close-knit family festival, they look forwards to fun and frolic with the community at large on Holi. Holi celebration involves food, dancing, splashing of water and colours, and in most cultures – […]
The temperatures are already on an upward graph with the sweet Sun baking our souls almost everyday!😅 With temperatures that can soar above 40 degrees Celsius in some regions, summers in India can be quite challenging. Summers can be harsh on the skin due to the high temperatures, humidity and increased exposure to UV radiation. […]
With summers fast approaching, it is only right that you start eating light salads and raitas. The heat isn’t kind so it’s best you are kind to your own body! The following blog gives you great recipes for salads and raitas that you can make in a jiffy, without much hassle. You can also get […]
The greatest meals or snacks can sometimes be incomplete without a chatni (chutney) to accompany them. The word ‘chaatni’ or chutney actually comes from the Hindi word ‘chaat’ which means to ‘lick’ making the literal meaning of the word to be ‘something that’s finger-licking good’! We have all seen our mothers and grandmothers make fresh […]