Age of first period offers clues to heart, metabolic, and reproductive risks in the future. Everything in life is interconnected, especially when it comes to health. Menstrual health has a huge role in defining the overall health and wellness of women. Turns out, the age of your first period has a huge role in what’s…
Test your observation skills with this delightful optical illusion! A seemingly peaceful scene of an old lady knitting hides eleven cleverly concealed cats. Can you spot all the furry felines within the cozy room in just 15 seconds? Sharpen your focus and explore every nook and cranny to uncover these hidden companions. Here’s a fun…
Image credit: Instagram/georginabaileyfit/ Georgina Bailey’s weight loss journey is not just about losing weight and cutting down on kilos, it’s a story of rediscovering life. At one point, she weighed 114 kilos and wore a size 20. Running even a single kilometre felt impossible. But in just 18 months, she turned her life around with…
It is a naturally occurring product in the skins of grapes (red and purple varieties, in particular). Consuming whole grapes does not only provide a greater quantity of this antioxidant than red wine, but also additional fiber, water and other polyphenols. Fresh grapes make a tasty, thirst quenching snack, promote heart health and have anti-inflammatory…
Millennials and Gen Z often find their parents surprisingly healthier, despite lacking modern fitness routines. This is attributed to their active lifestyles, prioritizing movement over workouts, and consuming real, unprocessed foods. Consistent sleep schedules, regular sun exposure, and adherence to daily routines further contribute to their well-being, contrasting with the sedentary habits and lifestyle choices…
Vitamin E, which is an antioxidant, is needed for healthy skin and hair. Deficiency would cause dry, scaly skin or brittle, thinning hair. The skin may become rough or inflamed and wound healing would be delayed because there is no cell regeneration and repair.Though most people apply Vitamin E externally through creams or oils, internal…
Protein plays an important role in the body. It’s not just about building muscles or helping gym-goers bulk up; it’s the foundation of skin, hair, nails, hormones, enzymes, and even immune function. And yet, protein deficiency rarely screams. Instead, it whispers through subtle symptoms that are easy to miss or misread. These signs blend into…
This one’s rarely spoken about but incredibly eye-opening. Some individuals may have genetic variations in the vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene, which can reduce how effectively vitamin D is used by the body, even if levels appear normal in a blood test. According to a study, certain VDR polymorphisms are linked to reduced immune response…
The phrase “BTS paved the way” has become a talking point within K-pop fandoms. Although many artists – including TWICE, Stray Kids, GOT7’s Jackson Wang, PSY, and others – have openly credited BTS for helping globalize K-pop, the statement often sparks backlash when repeated. The latest instance came when TWICE’s Tzuyu acknowledged BTS’ role in…
Even if you experience these symptoms, you should wait till the first day of your missed period to take the test. (or a couple of days more if you have irregular menses) This is because even if you are pregnant, the hormone HCG, or Human Chorionic Gonadotropin could be too low to come up in…
