Fashion & Lifestyle

Gurugram-based Fortis Memorial Institute's Dr Bela Sharma advises washing of reusable masks, especially cloth-made, after every use. Moreover, washing cloth-masks in hot water is considered better if one has coughed or sneezed while wearing it. Dr. Sharma also said that N95 masks should be discarded after five days of usage, while the surgical masks must be disposed off after single use. However, it is advised to use reusable masks and avoid… read-more

Nutritionists suggest people with sweet tooth to consume 'Sooji ka halwa' owing to its nutritional value. However, they suggest to use less clarified butter (ghee), sugar substitute 'stevia' and low fat milk. While a single serve of halwa contains 285 calories, its basic ingredient 'Sooji' or 'semolina' provides a rich source of iron, magnesium and fibre. Dieticians also recommend the dish as it helps in maintaining healthy heart,… read-more

Busting fears of hair colouring, trichologists suggest that one can get his/her natural black colour hair even after colouring them. Moreover, the hair specialists stated having grey hairs are genetic phenomena and do not have a link with hair colouring. While the deficiency in vitamins and minerals causes hair thinning, the experts say that with proper selection of colour-safe shampoo, conditioner, and serum, one can flaunt the colourful… read-more

Fitness trainer Mindy Pedersen explained the dynamics of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) like the Japanese Tabata workouts. Tabata workout follows eight repetitions of the 20:10 format i.e. 20 seconds of rigorous exercise followed by 10 seconds of rest. This should be followed by 60-90 seconds of rest before starting any different exercise. Highly effective for weight loss, Tabata that originated in Japan was designed for Japanese… read-more

Eczema/ Dermatitis is a common winter-related skin complication that arises due to improper moisturization but can be avoided with proper care, said Dermatologist Aakriti Mehra. She explained the skin turns itchy and inflamed with extreme dryness that may be caused by triggers like pollen, dust, food allergies and even genetics. Dr Mehra, thus, advises proper moisturization of the skin, avoiding respective triggers and making a few lifestyle… read-more