Official guidelines recommend that adults get a minimum of 150 minutes (2.5 hours) of activity a week but advise 300 minutes (5 hours) weekly for optimal health. In addition, the CDC says adults should be doing some type of strength training two days a week.  Colorado was the most

Though, some have the potential of a deeper impact. Here's a cheat sheet of so-called mistruths that women are most likely to tell their husbands... Q DISLIKE TOWARDS SOME OF HIS FRIENDS OR FAMILY MEMBERS -THEY ARE SO COOL! With the advent of nuclear family culture, it is

The researchers deep- and pan-fried raw potato pieces in four different refined oils – olive, corn, soybean and sunflower – and reused the oil 10 times. They found that olive oil was the most stable oil for deep-frying at 320 and 374 degrees Fahrenheit, while sunflower oil degraded

Aloe vera: A popular and effective ingredient to remove that horrid sun tan during summer is aloe vera. There are many Aloevera benefits from health to nutrition, from acne treatment to skin care. It is widely grown as an ornamental plant; however it is equally popular as medicinal plant

In an eight-week Australian study, 75 patients with clinically diagnosed generalised anxiety disorders (GAD) were given kava or a placebo. Results published in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology showed a significant reduction in anxiety for the kava group compared with the

    What causes eyes to appear hollow Hollow eyes run in families and are caused by a combination of deficient fat in the under eye areas and pigmentation. These do not go away without intervention. Says cosmetic surgeon Dr Vinod Vij, Faulty food habits, prolonged fasting and

This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Illuminated Skin’. Take your makeup box and try…concealer, the trick to achieving actress Kim Kardashian’s illuminated skin is to reverse the formula. We love how her complexion has no hint of dark undereye circles, but the concealed area

Well in the first place, why bother and if you do anyway, then be tactful in your approach. Understanding a guy is not a Rubik’s cube puzzle, just hold on to the right string and analyse the moves to derive the message. Guys can never hide their feelings as they lack the tact of

However, the right product can, not just camouflage your acne marks but also lend an elusive iridescence to your skin. Dr Sama Rais, consultant dermatologist and cosmetologist says that if one is suffering from mild acne one must preferably apply light makeup like a daily-wear

Says, working mother of a five-year old boy, Moumita Das, "I was repeatedly cautioned by my friends, family and well-wishers to drop the idea of working after I delivered my son. But then, I had to because I help my husband support our family financially. While there is always that

No, we are not talking about the super chefs at star hotels, we're talking the guy-next-door; the white-collar worker, and the corporate types, who suddenly seem to have gotten very comfortable in the kitchen. Scan through the names registered for cookery workshops across the state

you reached bang on time to pick her up and have dressed to impress. But there are certain things that a woman notices on your first date and makes an impression about you.  From your body language to the way to treat the staff of the restaurant to even your nails, your girl is taking

Jill Zander, founder of the Jill Zander Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, shares tips to keep skin looking beautiful in the summer sun and beyond, reports femalefirst.co.uk: Sun protection: Use a sunblock daily. Always include your neck, decollete and backs of hands and reapply frequently.

Managing your blood sugar level is very important if you are a diabetic. And these days, you don’t really have to run to a diagnostic center every time you want to test your sugar level. The blood glucose meters available at the chemists make your life a whole lot simpler. A blood

While red pepper may assist individuals who are trying to manage their weight, cinnamon may help improve blood glucose levels and insulin sensitivity, showed the findings of separate studies. “We now understand that spices and herbs have a meaningful role to play in bringing flavour

If you apply a finely grounded paste of raw papaya on your face, it will help reduce pimples and blemishes! Mashed papaya can be used for treating the sore and cracked heels. The peel (skin) of the papaya can not only be used on the face, but it should also be used for whitening the

Eyeliners can make your eyes look bigger, gorgeous and dramatic. Eyeliner will usually be available in pencils, cream, or a liquid. For a smooth, fine line, a cream eyeliner or liquid eyeliner is the best choice. For a smudgy, blurred look, consider a pencil. Pencil eyeliners are easy to

Food phobias can be as scary as the fear of flying or heights. Here's looking at some of the unusual food phobias. A meat-lover's nightmate There are a few phobias that could haunt meat eaters in their worst nightmares... 1. Alektorophobia is the fear of chicken and,

However, no matter how prevalent the problem, the idea is to broaden your knowledge about the concept so that you know what leads to it and about the onset if you are facing it. Causes of stress The guide below is a professional health list that gives you the top notch and the most

It's advisable to get a manicure from a reputed salon that practice good hygiene procedure. Once a week, one should soak their hands in soapy water for a couple of minutes and then file the nails before applying nail paint. One should not scrap off nail paint because this weakens the