A sense of humour can contribute to good health, but after the age of 70 those benefits appear to wane, according to a study in Norway. The analysis looked at records from 53,500 individuals who were followed up after seven years, and researchers used questionnaires to evaluate the ability of individuals to understand humour and ... Read more
Life Style
Dhaka Fashion Week kicks off tomorrow
Dhaka Fashion Week 2010, a two day event, begins tomorrow (June 4) at 7:00 pm at Dhaka Club. Fourteen eminent fashion houses of Bangladesh will display their exclusive summer collections at the event. ‘Forty prominent models will scorch the ramps clad with wide-ranging apparels including sari, salwar-kameez, panjabi, fatua , tribal wear and fusion made ... Read more
Colour me healthy
Experts from H&S share ten basic tips for caring for coloured hair. hellomagazine.com Did you realise that hair that’s been coloured has different needs from untreated hair? More and more of us are opting to add a little light (or dark) to our lives, whether it’s with highlights, lowlights, streaks or full-on dye, so let’s ... Read more
Fewer sugary drinks can help blood pressure: study
WASHINGTON: Drinking fewer sugary drinks, one of the main sources of sugar in the US diet, can help reduce blood pressure, according to a study Monday in the American Heart Association journal Circulation. “Our findings suggest that reducing sugar-sweetened beverages and sugar consumption may be an important dietary strategy to lower blood pressure and further ... Read more
Moderate drinkers have better health than teetotallers’
People who drink moderate amounts of alcohol have better health on average than those who are teetotal, according to a major new study. The study indicates that moderate drinkers have lower rates of heart disease, obesity and depression than people who abstain from alcohol entirely, quoted The Telegraph. But while recent research has highlighted the health-giving ... Read more
Cancer Protective Effect of Fruits and Vegetables May Be Modest at Best
An analysis of dietary data from more than 400,000 men and women found only a weak association between high fruit and vegetable intake and reduced overall cancer risk, according to a study published online April 6, 2010 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. It is widely believed that a diet rich in fruits ... Read more
Ayurvedic diet for summer
As the summer arrives, it brings happiness along with bright sunny weather. The sunny weather is welcomed with different bright colored flowers and fruits. You may see many trees blossoming with cluster of flowers. It takes away the chillness of winters and sets you more active. No doubt that people enjoy summer as, it is ... Read more
10 ways to refresh your sex life today
Could your sex life use a refresh? Our 10 easy tips are guaranteed to help you refresh your sex life today. Even the best long-term relationships can lose their spark. Daily responsibilities associated with raising a family, running a household and managing careers aren’t exactly hot stuff. And sometimes lust takes a back seat to ... Read more
Glamour and sparkle at wedding fair
All the latest designs in Asian wedding lenghas and saris were on show at the Asian wedding and lifestyle exhibition. The two-day event which took place at Manchester Central attracted visitors from all over the north-west. The main attraction was the glitzy fashion shows highlighting the latest trends for both men and
How to Stay Happily Married
Most people dream of finding someone to love and marry. With divorce rates soaring, marriage can be a scary word. But if you go into your marriage with your eyes open and a willingness to make it work, you can stay happily married. Follow these tips to make your marriage work. Step 1: Communicate with ... Read more
Victoria Beckham’s Fashion Test
Victoria Beckham will only design clothes she would wear. The former Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer – whose upmarket clothing ranges have been critically acclaimed – admits she’s a perfectionist when it comes to her work so creates outfits she would be prepared to buy. She said: “The sales have been phenomenal. It’s been a challenge – ... Read more
How Water Improves Your Body and Beauty
ayushveda.com Not drinking enough water can increase the probability of health problems and make you look dull. If you feel weak and your body feels dehydrated, consider drinking more water than you usually drink. A lack of water in the body causes health disorders. The effect of water on the body Water makes up about ... Read more
Having Sex Without Intercourse
There are many sexual options that don’t include penetration. And these options can be so good that everybody should add more penetration-free erotic play into their sexual repertoire. We live in a sexual culture focused on intercourse. To many Americans “having sex,” means having intercourse—with the man able to raise and maintain a firm erection ... Read more
Health resolution for 2010
People make new resolutions on the commencement of a New Year to lead a better life, to remain heal and hearty throughout the year and after on. Some people pledge to shed extra pounds, give up their bad habits like quitting smoking, alcohol, excessive eating. Some people make healthy plans like dieting, exercise and regular ... Read more
Nutrition to prevent pregnancy complications
Under-nutrition and malnutrition in pregnancy period are the major problems in Bangladesh that threaten the health of both mother and their babies. Maintaining proper nutrition during pregnancy is specially considered to be of importance for the high prevalence of low birth weight, fetal growth retardation and perinatal death (death around birth period). Experts identified limited ... Read more
10 STEPS TO GREAT SEX
Your sex life is great. You and your husband are deeply in love with each other, and are terrific in bed. But if you miss that first night excitement and anticipation, we assure you, getting it back is easier than you think. So get set to rock and roll between the sheets. Change the way ... Read more
How to reduce the risk of breast cancer
October which is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds our pledge to boost awareness about breast cancer. Every year, the deadly cancer affects thousands of women in Bangladesh. Many of the deaths from this cancer could be prevented through adopting useful measures like self examination of breast, regular and periodic screening, early diagnosis and ... Read more
Mini Skirt History
Source: Igmatex News Magazine Mary Quant ran a popular clothes shop in the Kings Road, Chelsea, London called Bazaar, from which she sold her own designs. In the late 1950s she began experimenting with shorter skirts, which resulted in the miniskirt in 1965-one of the defining fashions of the decade. Owing to Quant’s position in ... Read more
Sushmita Sen acts as show stopper for LFW Day 4
September 22, 2009 (India): The invitation was to the grandest wedding of the season at the most dazzling venue, with a zardozi encrusted stage at Lakme Fashion Week; when Philips presented a stunning bridal collection by top Bollywood designer, Vikram Phadnis with one of the most beautiful women in the universe, Bollywood’s sensational beauty queen, ... Read more
Deepika Pandukone crackles on ramp for Gauri & Nainika
Cascades of long drapes descended from the ceiling, a giant visual of the Grey Goose Journeys around the world set the stage for one of the most glamorous and elegant retro haute couture shows of the day. Black, white and red – the eternal colour story was the only selection by designers, Gauri and Nainika ... Read more