Just the word ‘Eid’ brings a smile to the face of any Muslim during the last few days of Ramadan. Many of us have already started decorating our houses, ordering our Eid outfits and are waiting for that all-important text message about the arrival of this special day. However, putting on our best clothes and celebrating are not the only… Read More »
A while back I was speaking and asked for a show of hands, “How many of the wives have had too much affirmation over the past month?” Laughter broke out across the room. No, haven’t had too much of that. If Lisa is any indication, women often have the feeling that life is coming at them with the speed of a fighter… Read More »
It was noon of a Friday. The faithful at Madina had gathered in the Prophet’s mosque to offer the Friday prayers. Umar, the Caliph arrived to lead the prayers. He said his preliminary prayer and then proceeded to deliver his address to the congregation. He began by reciting some verses from the Holy Quran. Then addressing the congregation… Read More »
Feel like you’ve been working hard, eating well but all of a sudden the weight doesn’t seem to be budging anymore? Here are seven expert tips to help you break through that weight loss plateau. You’ve completely integrated your workouts into your weekly routines. You’ve perfected the art of meal prepping, but all of a sudden the weight… Read More »
Millions of women may be unaware that profuse sweating is a symptom of a heart attack, a poll has suggested. Figures show around 180,000 people suffer a heart attack in the UK each year. Survival odds plummet without early treatment. But the survey of 2,000 women found only 57 percent know sweating is one of many symptoms of… Read More »
Are we on the cusp of cracking the secret of living to 130? That was the speculation last week, following reports that Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder, and billionaire, is behind a new anti-aging company, Altos Labs, that’s going to ‘reprogramme’ cells to extend life. The company has a host of illustrious scientists on its board and one… Read More »
Who says healthy has to be boring? There are so many yummy, healthy, and nutritious superfoods offered by mother nature that we can relish any time, and that too without any guilt. One such superfood is raisins aka kishmish that has so much and more, when it comes to nutrients! Raisins are basically dried grapes, which are packed with several… Read More »
Abdominal pain can be sharp, dull, or burning. It can also cause many additional effects, including loss of appetite. Severe pain can sometimes make you feel too sick to eat. The reverse can also be true. Loss of appetite and not eating can lead to abdominal pain. Loss of appetite happens when you lose the desire to eat… Read More »
Alex was excited to finally get his license. He was looking forward to going to the movies and to visit friends without needing someone to take him. A couple weeks later, Alex was headed to his friend Matt’s house. Two blocks from Matt’s, Alex waited at a stop sign when he felt a sudden jolt. Someone had rear-ended… Read More »