Modern research has revealed that bamboo shoots have many health benefits such as improving appetite and digestion, weight loss and curing few diseases as shoots may possibly have antibacterial and antiviral properties.

“If you are the bread earner, then I am the butter earner” — rounds with my husband always starts with this sentence. And indeed, it is true!

Like hair fall and skin issues, an improper diet and a lack of nutrients contributes to brittle nails. A balanced nutrient-rich diet would be beneficial for making nails stronger and healthier.

Cracked heels are a common problem. The cold air, dehydration and a lack of moisture, taking long hot baths, using harsh, drying soaps on feet or scrubbing feet dry can cause heels to dry out fast and crack. Nowadays, getting a pedicure is not always possible to give our feet the care it needs.

However, it is not as easy as it seems to pull the look off properly. Certain hacks must be followed to get the desired result.

Ask anyone who has grown fruits, vegetables, or even culinary herbs if homegrown produce savour better in comparison with store-bought varieties. A gardener’s answer will be an unequivocal yes. Even simple green chillies or coriander leaves taste so much better and fresher when they are grown at home.

Back in the day, flip flops were traditionally chosen for their casualness and comfort, but nowadays these are worn on various occasions along with causal outings.

Renowned fashion brand Cats Eye has opened their latest outlet at Mohammedpur Krishi Market.

Along with proper medication, the right food intake is essential in fighting dengue and ensuring quick recovery of patients. Through a balanced diet one can not only detoxify the body and improve the platelet count, but also prevent severe complications like gastrointestinal bleeding, dehydration, etc.

Whether you are hosting an evening soiree or planning a movie night, a food board can be the perfect accoutrement to your menu.

Zits are among the worst of our skin troubles! Despite its constant presence in our lives, we don’t have to fall victim to pimples every time.

These 6 tips on how to care for your books can help extend the life of your books a little longer.

I watched the web series for three main reasons — my undying affection for thrillers written by Bengali writers (this particular one also had a hint of supernatural thrown into it – talk about luck!). For the protagonists of the series, played by favourites (colossal fan of Azmeri Haque Badhon and Rahul Bose).

Colour plays an important role in enhancing people’s moods, be it a happy one or otherwise. It is not the colour itself, rather its use,combination, and the accompanying décor which affect people more.

The curtains present in our home certainly make the home décor look better along with giving us protection from dust, direct sunlight, and guarding our privacy. There is no denying that finely selected and fitted curtains can greatly help in adding an elegant dimension to the interiors; hence, let’s explore the latest curtain trends.

Choices of fabrics are probably considered one of the least concerning factors while buying a sofa. But they are just as important as the design, cushions and the pillows. There are a lot of options out there and it can get confusing sometimes.

Rooms with a lot of natural lighting usually tend to be the ideal candidate for all-white walls and ceiling. Natural light supplements a room’s ambience with comfort and warmth, making it crucial for any room with all-white decor.

Lighting often becomes an afterthought when we embark on room makeover projects. It has the tendency to be glossed over even though it holds the capacity to be both harmonising and transformative.

If you want to give your walls an illusionary effect, opt for textured wallpapers. This type of wallpaper is gaining popularity for its three-dimensional depth — as it virtually emerges out as a 3D shape. Both fabric and wallpaper can be combined to create a beautifully textured wall surface.

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