Foods that look harmless could be killing your sex life. Here's how to identify libido busters   1. Cheese: Most commercial cheeses are made of cow's milk treated with antibiotics and other growth hormones. Over-consumption of such dairy products will increase the exposure of these toxins (hormones) in your body, interfering with its natural production of hormones, including sex hormones (oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone). This accumulation of xenoestrogens ("bad" oestrogens from the environment and food) could contribute to sexual dysfunction and Coffee mood swings too.   2. Aerated drinks: In a study involving more than 21,000 individuals publis

When a woman reaches the age of 18, she should become more aware of her personal health and make annual appointments with a physician for a health screening. Especially if a woman wishes to become a mother someday, she should be aware of how healthy she is and her chances of conceiving during her different life stages.    The younger a woman is, the better chance she has of conceiving a child. In fact, a woman is born with over 1,000,000 eggs. However, at the time of her first menstruation, the number of eggs is reduced by 90% to only 150,000 until she reaches menopause between the age of 40 and 50. Each month, more eggs are lost, whether the eggs are genetically normal or abno

Do you have a low haemoglobin count but hate eating beetroot? Fear not as we bring to you a very yummy and delicious way to pump up your haemoglobin count with this simple soup recipe.    Try this Beetroot and Orange soup which is tart yet sweet with your family or friends. Shared by Mrs. Ponmathi Srilekha from Lekha Foods, this super healthy soup will make your day.   Ingredients:    750 grams raw beetroot, peeled and sliced   2 large onion, peeled and chopped   Finely grated rind and juice of 5 oranges   2 bay leaves   2 liters stock   Salt   Freshly ground black pepper   200 ml plain low-fa

Has your sex-life transformed from red-hot to cold and frozen? If yes then, you don't have to go through the Kama Sutra books or visit a sexologist, to spice up your act between the sheets.    Instead, try taking up yoga poses, as they will not only help improve your flexibility but will also help you achieve better arousal and that big 'O' which you have been desiring. So head start your moves by trying these yoga-positions, shared by Ratri - Yoga Instructor, which will enhance your moves on the bed.   Cow stretch   1. Start on hands and knees, with shoulders directly over wrists and hips directly over knees.   2. Inhale, and slowly make

Here are some sure shot ways to remove blackheads through some quick fix methods.  Squeeze them out: Warming your skin makes the pores expand, making it easier to squeeze out the blackheads. You can do this by taking a warm shower or applying a hot compress to the affected areas. Use an extractor tool or bobby pin to force it out. Be careful with these methods, and if you experience serious pain, try something else.  Use Toothpaste: Apply an inch-sized amount of toothpaste on the toothbrush. Wet the toothbrush and wet the affected area. Gently with your toothbrush, scrub the affected area for a short period of time. Make sure you do not apply it too close to the eyes, as the va

The way you sleep may not be a hot topic around the dinner table—or any other table for that matter—but maybe it should be.    Studies show that there are various insights to be gleaned from how someone sleeps. Here we examine a few, and explain what you might be able to learn about yourself from your own sleep habits.    Personality    A study conducted by Chris Idzikowski, who heads the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in the UK, focused on the six most common sleeping positions and how they reflected people's personalities. Here they are, in order of prevalence.    "The Fetus" is the most common positio

The average person spends around 3000 hours a year in their bedroom, and while, admittedly, a lot of that time is in the dark, that's an awful lot of time to spend in one room.    Bedrooms should be more than a place to sleep. They are an opportunity to create a haven from the world, somewhere that relaxes and refreshes you, and they should be as individual as you are. Here are some bedroom ideas to get you dreaming...    Opulent  If you're the dramatic sort and you want your bedroom to make a luscious statement, you'll love this look. Walls are rich vibrant colours plum, red or deep pink. Fabrics should be really tactile, velvets, satins and si

Facial pain, say experts, point to conditions that affect varied parts of the body   Twenty-three-year-old IT engineer, Dharni Gurnani, made peace with recurrent headaches she had been battling for 10 years. She'd avoid brightly-lit and air-conditioned rooms, and when the pain got unbearable, she'd reach out to a painkiller. "That would sort me out for a few days, but it would be back in three days," she says.   A visit this year to pain specialist Dr Raashi Khatri-Panjabi, however, led to the realisation that the source of the headache was in the muscles of her neck. Gurnani's posture was the culprit. She was diagnosed with the classic turtlehead post

The right posture while sitting at the desk for long hours can save you from backache. Here's how:   1. Push your hips as far back as they can go in the chair.   2. Sit straight, but make sure the small of your back gets some support.   3. Adjust the seat height so that your eyes are at level with your screen and your knees equal to, or slightly lower than, your hips.   4. Let your wrists rest on your desk and don't extend your hand too far while operating the mouse.   5. Ensure your feet are supported either by the floor or a footstool.   Sourse : Times of India

Radhika Khanna chef and owner of Lotus Blossom, a Thai Party Service tells you how to prepare this dish at home.    Ingredients    2 pounds boneless chicken breast    3 cups water    1 tablespoon kosher salt    2 stalks lemongrass (chopped)    1 tablespoon chopped garlic    2 teaspoons Thai chilli powder    3 tablespoons canola oil    4 stalks celery, finely chopped    2 red onions, finely chopped    2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint    1 tablespoon coarsely chopped Thai basil leaves or regular fresh basil  &nbs

Despite slowdown in the economy, the hospitality industry in India is reporting a significant revival in occupancy rates and the tourism trade is expecting over 20 lakhs tourists to make voyage to renowned tourist destinations of North India, followed by South for Christmas & New Year celebrations, reveals the ASSOCHAM latest survey.   The preferred destinations include - Shimla, Kinnaur, Lahaul and districts of Spiti, Chamba, Kangra, Mandi Nainital, Kullu, Manali, Massourie, Dalhousie, Kufri, Kashmir valley in winters with snowfall being the main attraction. Rajasthan, as always, will remain a favourite and places like Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner etc will see a mix of dom

Have you stopped wearing sleeveless just because you have heavy arms? Now, there is no need to be upset.   Follow these easy tips and you can have the toned arms you wished for...   The most effective way to tone arms is being physically active. This doesn't mean that you need to hit the gym every day, but there are many household activities that requires intense arms movement, mopping, cleaning, rolling to name a few. But to melt down the bulky plump, you need determination and focus. You need to start with cutting down on unhealthy and high-calorie food, eating fresh to stay healthy and look healthy. Here are a few more tips.   Go for skipping If you think

Actress Anna Friel drinks curry tea to do so, says it has benefited her     Talk about trying out different things in the name of vanity! The buzz is that actress Anna Friel has started drinking a tea made of curry leaves in order to preserve the natural colour of her hair. The 36-year-old did do after she felt sick on seeing some grey strands in her tresses. That promoted her to do some research on natural methods for preserving hair. She thus came upon the idea to have the unusual brew for her brunette locks. A site quoted her as saying, "I felt sick recently because I found one or two grey hair and I read that curry leaves help to maintain your hair colour, so I mix t

His was a clumsy bachelor pad and hers a girly den before the two got married and moved into their romantic nest.   Looking simply at the bare walls and empty spaces of a house can be quite intimidating for a newlywed who has before them the trying task of creating a home, and then sharing it with each other.   Even if nothing like a sprawling Beverly Hills condo, you would still want yours to be homey and aesthetic with a reflection of your personality. But most couples undermine the beauty of the experience of doing up the house together, and in the process discovering a lesser-known side of one another. Contrary to popular perception, home decor doesn't necessarily h

Why do you exercise - only to lose weight or for fitness? If you're slim and lean, you don't have to pump iron - true or false? As long as I watch what I eat I am healthy, do you agree? Most people believe in these false and mythical 'facts'.    Fitness is a product of healthy diet and exercise, sleep and well being. 'Physical fitness is considered a measure of the body's ability to function efficiently and effectively in work and leisure activities, to be healthy, to resist hypokinetic diseases, and to meet emergency situations' as mentioned in Wikipedia, Fitness. Here is why fitness is a far better goal than weight loss in the long run.  &nb

Here are tips to bring back some fun into your relationship   Sometimes we get so busy with our work that we don't get time to express our love to the most important person of our life. So here are some tips to bring back the romance into your marriage.   Spend quality time Sometimes you maybe in the same room for hours but not talk to each other simply because you are busy with your own work. If you are alone with your husband make sure you spend the time talking to him.   Arrange for a date If you have kids, arrange for a baby sitter and go out on a date. If he enjoys dancing then you can hit a nice place where you can shake a leg. If your man would like

We list the world's most famous lighthouse destinations   Saint-Tropez, France This quaint little town on the French Riviera has gained popularity as a hotspot not just for its coastline but the lighthouse too.   Umpqua River lighthouse, Oregon, USA This lighthouse has a museum adjacent to it, which also adds to its tourist appeal.   Akranes lighthouse, Iceland This lighthouse is set between the rocky terrain in Iceland, which has a volcanic landscape.   Pointe-a-la-Renommee lighthouse, Canada This brick-red structure boasts a museum right on top, which displays old artifacts in the keeper's room.   Peggy's Point lighthouse, Ca

A relaxing massage also gives body's immune system a boost, say experts.    Our ancient medicine and sciences hold the most spellbinding rejuvenation therapies. The magical healing properties of herbs and oils in Ayurveda, in fact, always told what research worth millions now only confirms - the oh-so-heavenly massage actually boosts your immune system.    Researchers in Cedars-Sinai's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences have found that people who go for massage experience measureable changes in their body's immune and endocrine response.    Yes, this research indicates that massage doesn't only feel good, it also m

Caffeine found in coffee leads to an increased production of adrenaline which stimulates energy production and improves blood flow to the muscles and the heart, says an expert.   According to John Stanley, lecturer in biochemistry, Trinity College, caffeine could modulate fatigue and influence ratings of exertion, perceived pain and energy levels, all of which are likely to lead to improvement in performance.   "The ability of caffeine in coffee to improve physical performance during aerobic exercise and to restore mental performance when it has been impaired by fatigue deserves wider recognition," femalefirst.co.uk quoted Stanley as saying.   Drinking a

Dementia can literally destroy your life, as it not only erases your past memories but also makes it difficult to recognise you're near and dear ones. Since, memory problems like dementia are on the rise, we give you quick preventive guidelines to prevent dementia, so that your memory stays strong as you age.   Your mind should be working Keep your mind agile by trying different puzzles, Sudoku etc.   Stay active Besides, training your brain you also need to stay physically active. So, socialise to reduce the onset of memory problems like dementia.   Quit smoking Smoking, damages your brain muscles. Excessive smoking can damage your brain vessels, which c