Dental cavities, or caries, are tiny holes in the hard surface of the teeth. They are caused by bacteria on the surface of teeth creating acid out of sugar. The most common culprit is a bacterium known as Streptococcus mutans.The bacteria form a sticky film known as plaque. The acids in plaque remove minerals from (demineralize) your enamel —… Read More »
Eating breakfast, drinking green tea and tucking into dairy products might actually encourage weight loss which means no more cutting things out – we look at some more foods that could help you lose weight. Carbohydrates: Although new diets claim to reduce weight by cutting out carbohydrates, there is no evidence to back them up, says Claire MacEvilly. In… Read More »
Indian spices and condiments are widely known for their colour, flavor and medicinal benefits for centuries now. Some of them are used for flavoring while others for garnishing and preserving food. They form an important part of our Indian cuisine and have a plethora of health benefits as well. We always turn to our kitchen for some home… Read More »
The pain occurs when someone puts pressure on the affected areas.Doctors do not fully understand what causes fibromyalgia. Anyone can develop it, but it appears to be more common in women during middle age and in people with a history of rheumatoid arthritis or another autoimmune disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that fibromyalgia affects around 2 percent of… Read More »
Dr. Sadia Masood, the Consultant Dermatologist, says, “Once you have determined your hair type, care becomes easy. For dry hair regularly massage your hair with oils like coconut oil, castor oil or olive oil at least twice a week to keep it soft and shiny. Use a mild shampoo as harsh ones may contain chemicals that can strip… Read More »
Dates are high in natural sugar, so many people think they may not be good for them. However, these sweet fruits are packed with plenty of nutrients, making them an excellent snack in moderation. Dates grow on date palms in small clusters. The term date comes from the Greek word daktulos, which means fingers. Farmers harvest dates in… Read More »
Do you feel annoyed when you notice a major difference between the colour of your face and neck? We generally pamper our face with facials, scrubbing and load it with face-packs; what is left behind is our neck that experiences the same exposure as your face. Be it sun, pollution or dust, it goes through all and ends… Read More »
You may maintain a strict beauty regimen, but there’s one thing that just refuses to be controlled. We are talking about unwanted facial hair. Sometimes we suffer from excessive growth and we find ourselves at a loss as to how to get rid of the (usually coarse and dark) facial hair permanently. Needless to say, facial hair can… Read More »
Do you feel annoyed when you notice a major difference between the colour of your face and neck? We generally pamper our face with facials, scrubbing and load it with face-packs; what is left behind is our neck that experiences the same exposure as your face. Be it sun, pollution or dust, it goes through all and ends… Read More »
Belly fat is more than a nuisance that makes your clothes feel tight.It’s seriously harmful.This type of fat — referred to as visceral fat — is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and other conditions.Many health organizations use BMI (body mass index) to classify weight and predict the risk of metabolic disease.However, this is… Read More »