Texture and timing go hand in hand. Stool that’s hard, lumpy, and takes effort to pass often means not enough fibre or fluids. A smooth, sausage-shaped stool that passes easily within a few minutes is generally a sign of a well-balanced gut. If the poop is loose and exits too fast, it could mean the…
Meaning: “moon”Soma is a name of serene beauty and deep spiritual resonance. In Sanskrit, it means “moon,” a symbol of calm, purity, and renewal. The name evokes a sense of peace, introspection, and soft radiance. Soma feels poetic and rare, ideal for parents drawn to names with quiet strength and mystic charm. It’s gentle, luminous,…
Optical illusions have gained a lot of popularity recently, as they get our brain to exercise, and can be the perfect test of our observational skills and keen eye. They are also super fun to solve, and can be the perfect recipe for a bored evening! An optical illusion is actually a visual phenomenon where…
A 2024 study published in NIH found that university students who used their smartphones for around five hours a day were more likely to feel pain in their thumbs, palms, and wrists. However, the more concerning part of the study was that over time this toll can lead to stiffness, reduced grip strength, and even…
After choosing the fresh produce over a morning chit-chat, without even realising you’ll have natural dumbbells in the form of bags full of vegetables. Regular resistance or load-bearing activity helps preserve muscle mass, bone density, and metabolic health. If you’re someone over 40, then it can be a better health hack for you. NIH study…
Far from the madding crowd lies a cold but beautiful town called Longyearbyen in the Svalbard archipelago, Norway. Set high above the Arctic Circle, Longyearbyen is the northernmost city in the world. This remote settlement has a population of just about 2,000 people who have learned to survive in the harsh climate. But these are…
Dry fruits are often seen as wholesome, nutrient-packed snacks loaded with fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. However, for people managing diabetes, they can be surprisingly tricky. The drying process removes water, concentrating natural sugars and calories into a much smaller portion. This means that even a small handful can contain the same amount of sugar as…
That bodycon dress, those figure-hugging jeans, or that fitted gym wear may make you feel confident, but wearing tight clothes too often might be doing your body more harm than good. What feels fashionable and flattering can, over time, interfere with your posture, restrict blood flow, and even trigger nerve-related discomfort. While the immediate effects…
Not many know that gut health is intrinsically related to our overall well-being. A poor gut can trigger chronic inflammation in the body, that can lead to severe health issues, which can impair the quality of life. Even though most doctors say moderation is the key to good health, there are certain foods that one…
That quiet Wednesday evening when you realise the texts have stopped, the Saturday routines feel hollow, and your reflection shows someone you’re learning to live without, a relationship ending can hit harder than you ever expected. Whether the split was mutual or sudden, the emptiness tends to linger. A peer-reviewed study in Social Psychological and…
