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The Kovalam beach in Kerala is all set to host India's biggest kite festival in April. Organised by the Helping Hands Organization (H2O), the two day festival from 27th

India's biggest kite festival to be held in Kerala

The Kovalam beach in Kerala is all set to host India's biggest kite festival in April. Organised by the Helping Hands Organization (H2O), the two day festival from 27th to 28th April will feature kite flyers from across the globe including Germany, Malaysia and the United States. Around 650 differently-abled children are expected to participate and various programmes like workshops on kite making, games and interactive sessions will be held. 

With the sun out and the temperatures soaring over 30 degrees, sunburns become an inevitable part of life. They occur when a part of your unprotected skin gets exposed

With the sun out and the temperatures soaring over 30 degrees, sunburns become an inevitable part of life. They occur when a part of your unprotected skin gets exposed to the sun.&nbsp;
They can be painful, itchy and harmful to your skin health. The irritated skin eventually peels off and heals but it can take a while to reach there. Although one might feel tempted to remove the flakes on their own, analysts suggest that it is that one thing you must avoid no matter what.
According to the NHS, UK you must avoid popping blisters and scratching or peeling your skin. People are advised not to wear tight-fitting clothes over their sunburnt skin. Instead, it is suggested that you cool your skin with a cold shower, drink plenty of water and cover your sunburnt skin from direct sunlight until the skin has healed entirely. In order to aid skin recovery, one can use aftersun cream or spray but do not use petroleum-based or oil-based creams. For pain relief, you can pop a pain killer, only on the recommendation of your doctor.&nbsp;
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However, the NHS suggests that you must contact a doctor in case, the <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/of-powerful-antioxidants-and-supple-skin-how-to-get-your-dose-of-vitamin-e-1622107529006" target="_blank">skin</a> is blistered or swollen, your temperature is very high, you feel very tired, or&nbsp;you have muscle cramps or headaches.
Severe <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/goa-s-sunburn-festival-is-coming-back-with-a-new-avatar-1604293551791" target="_blank">sunburns</a> can lead to heat strokes and heat exhaustion, so please do not take them lightly.

With the current pandemic adding to the stresses, storytelling may prove to be a simple yet effective way to improve the mental and physical well-being of children.

Since time immemorial, storytelling has been an activity that is loved and cherished by children. People often forget that it is actually a skill that can help in emanating positive vibes.
According to new research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, storytelling can help improve the well-being of hospitalized children. It was observed that storytelling led to &ldquo;narrative transportation&rdquo;, wherein the readers and the listeners allow themselves to get immersed in the story, away from the four walls of the hospital.
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Researchers noted that one session of storytelling with <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/pfizer-biontech-seek-covid-19-vaccine-nod-for-children-above-12-1619855152201" target="_blank">children</a> admitted to hospitals helped in temporarily reducing the physiological and psychological reactions experienced during their ICU and <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/now-covid-ve-report-not-mandatory-for-hospital-admission-1620468366534" target="_blank">hospital</a> stay. These findings support the age-old theories of storytelling and its psychological effects under naturalistic stress conditions.
With the current pandemic adding to the stresses, storytelling may prove to be a simple yet effective way to improve the mental and physical well-being of children.
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A new study, presented at the virtual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, found that teens who spent more than 2 hours per day on their smartphones were more

A new study, presented at the virtual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, found that teens who spent more than 2 hours per day on their smartphones were more likely to eat processed foods and fewer fruits and vegetables.
During the study, researchers tracked the health of more than 53,000 South Korean adolescents, aged 12 to 18. The team found that those who spent more than two hours a day on their smartphone were much more likely to eat larger amounts of <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/diet-of-junk-food-in-pregnancy-can-cause-child-obesity-study-1614085012835" target="_blank">junk food</a>, while consuming fewer fruits and vegetables, compared to those who spent less time on their phones. The findings also showed that teens who spent more than three hours a day on a <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/best-smartphones-of-2020-the-cream-of-the-crop-1608374809000" target="_blank">smartphone </a>were significantly more likely to be overweight or obese.
According to the research, the reasons teens used their phones appeared to matter, too. Those who did more information searches and retrieval on their phones had healthier eating behaviors versus those who used their phones more for chatting/messenger, gaming, video/music and social networking.
The study couldn't prove a cause-and-effect relationship. But as per researchers, less time spent on phones and more time being active could turn <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/5-hurdles-that-may-be-limiting-your-weight-loss-journey-1623154147895" target="_blank">weight</a> gain into healthy weight maintenance.
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Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown has brought stress and anxiety for many, but gardening can go a long in way keeping your mental health in check.

Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown has brought stress and anxiety for many, but gardening can go a long in way keeping your <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/5-tips-to-improve-your-mental-health-1605524515845" target="_blank">mental health</a> in check. There seems to be a new flourishing association between gardening more frequently and improvements in depression and mental well-being.
The study from Britain&rsquo;s Royal Horticulture Society surveyed more than 6,000 people, and results indicate that those who garden every day have well-being scores 6.6% higher and stress levels 4.2% lower than people who don&rsquo;t garden at all. It was also observed that frequent gardening resulted in greater physical activity, which makes it good for both your body and mind.
Spending time with plants and the entire process of cultivating and caring has several benefits. Researchers have found that&nbsp;Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacteria that lives in dirt, has proven to increase serotonin levels&nbsp;simply by inhaling the smell of fresh soil. A rise in serotonin can not only help ease the stress but will also help you relax and calm down. &nbsp;
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Not everyone may have an extensive garden, but even a small corner with flower pots can leave you with an equal amount of satisfaction and happiness. Times may be uncertain but gardening might help you take a break from everyday stress and panic.

There are several tea varieties that are carb-free and sugar-free, making them healthy for consumption by diabetics.

The life of a diabetic may be full of eating and drinking restrictions, but there are a few beverages that they can afford to sip while maintaining a healthy blood sugar level. This involves picking unsweetened teas over drinks that are full of sugar and milk.
There are several tea varieties that are carb-free&nbsp;and sugar-free, making them healthy for consumption by diabetics.
GREEN TEA
Anti oxidant-rich, green tea is considered to be very healthy for diabetics as it can help lower cellular damage, reduce inflammation and&nbsp;improve&nbsp;insulin sensitivity. As per the&nbsp;U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), one cup of green tea has 0 carbohydrates, 0 grams of sugar, and just about 2.4 calories, making it a very healthy drink!&nbsp;
BLACK TEA
Black tea is full of beneficial health compounds that help in protecting against <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/dr-ambrish-mithal-s-best-diabetes-advice-1573728515753" target="_blank">diabetes</a> and also its complications. According to research published in January 2017, in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, consuming black tea after a sugar intake can help control blood glucose levels.&nbsp;
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/covid-19-and-diabetes-precautions-diabetics-must-take-1620373764495" target="_blank">COVID-19 and Diabetes: Precautions diabetics must take</a>
GINGER TEA
Yes, this spicy yet incredible ingredient can help in lowering blood glucose levels and modulating insulin in diabetic people. In a study published by the researchers from the University of Sydney, Australia, ginger allows increased uptake of glucose into muscle cells without using insulin. &nbsp;
CHAMOMILE TEA
As per the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, poor sleep can make your body use insulin less efficiently. Chamomile tea helps lower stress and improves sleep quality.&nbsp;
HIBISCUS TEA
This tangy and refreshing tea is full of antioxidants that help control blood glucose. High blood pressure is common amongst <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/green-peas-what-makes-it-a-diabetes-friendly-winter-superfood-1607336205468" target="_blank">diabetics</a>, but drinking Hibiscus tea can help control blood pressure levels.&nbsp;
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These teas are simple enough to make at home. So, if you are a diabetic looking for a low-calorie drink to help satiate your thirst, these will definitely hit the spot!

The World Day Against Child Labour is observed on June 12 every year to highlight the barbaric practice of child labour.

The World Day Against Child Labour is observed on June 12 every year to highlight the barbaric practice of child labour. The day not only focuses on the suitable environment required for the children to grow and prosper but also provides an opportunity to gain support from governments, civil society and media to participate in the campaign against child labour.
Poverty is one of the main reasons for child labour because of which children are forced to leave&nbsp;their schools and opt for minimal jobs to support their parents for their livelihood. Moreover, some are forced into child labour by organised crime rackets. The theme of World Against Child Labour 2021 is 'Act now, end <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/starbucks-faces-child-labour-allegations-1583144913267" target="_blank">child labour</a>!'
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/govt-s-new-labour-code-may-allow-4-day-week-but-longer-hours-reports-1612860393035" target="_blank">Govt's new labour code may allow 4-day week, but longer hours: Reports</a>
The International Labour Organization (ILO) launched World Day Against Child Labour in 2002, after which the day has been annually celebrated to raise awareness about the plight of child labourers worldwide and steps one can take to eradicate this social evil.
According to the ILO, there are about 152 million children globally who are engaged in child <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/labour-income-declined-by-10-due-to-covid-ilo-1600940978599" target="_blank">labour</a>, 72 million of whom are in hazardous work.

The pets are thrilled to have people around at home all the time. They get to play with the kids as much as they want, have fun and be a part of all family activities.

One positive effect of the lockdown has been the ample time people are getting to spend with their families and in turn, their dear furry friends. The pets are thrilled to have people around at home all the time. They get to play with the kids as much as they want, have fun and be a part of all family activities.
So much so, that they might get&nbsp;a bit spoilt and end up sleeping with your <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/kids-not-immune-from-covid-19-but-impact-is-minimal-centre-1621687603059" target="_blank">kids</a> on their beds. Most people do not allow pets on their beds for numerous&nbsp;reasons.&nbsp;But a new research study has a different tale to tell. Researchers at Concordia University found that your pet may be the reason behind children getting a much better <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/your-late-night-latte-has-got-nothing-on-your-sleep-harvard-1565242598622" target="_blank">sleep</a> at night.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/coronasomnia-wrecks-sleep-quality-tips-to-combat-sleep-problems-1616081015721" target="_blank">Coronasomnia wrecks sleep quality: Tips to combat sleep problems</a>
The study concludes that children view their pets as trusted companions and feel secure with them while sleeping. Researcher Hillary Rowe says that the presence of a pet causes no negative impact on a person's&nbsp;sleep. In fact, the subjects, especially adolescents who slept with a pet, reported healthier sleep quality.
This study thereby debunks the belief that sleeping with a pet causes disruption. It also suggests that kids derive comfort and solace from sleeping next to them. So, now you don&rsquo;t have to worry if your kid and your pet want to share a bed. And if they don&rsquo;t already do so, go ahead and encourage them to cuddle with their pets now!
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/puppies-can-understand-human-cues-from-a-very-young-age-study-1623306047140" target="_blank">Puppies can understand human cues from a very young age: Study</a>

The study, published in Cell Reports, supports the idea that interspersing your learning practice with mini-breaks significantly improves learning outcomes.

Trying to power through all your practice for that new skill you're trying to learn? Scientists say taking some short breaks is actually the key to learning well and here's why.
Researchers mapping the brain activity of people learning new skills found that the 'resting brain' repeatedly replays compressed memories of what was just practised. The more a participant's brain replayed the activity, the better they performed during the next practice sessions. This suggests that wakeful rest also strengthens memories.
Also Read:<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/focus-on-learning-not-studying-pm-on-education-policy-1599462599833" target="_blank">&nbsp;'Focus on learning, not studying': PM on education policy</a>
The study by UK's National Institutes of Health involved 33 healthy volunteers who were asked to perform the same activity repeatedly while alternating the practice with 35 restful breaks. It was observed that the benefits of these <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/ask-the-doctor-fewer-tests-leading-to-dip-in-covid-19-cases-experts-break-it-down-1621437978734" target="_blank">breaks</a> levelled off after the 11th cycle.
Overall, the study, published in Cell Reports,&nbsp;supports the idea that interspersing your <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/ncert-to-prepare-learning-material-for-students-without-digital-access-1593020780643" target="_blank">learning</a> practice with mini-breaks significantly improves learning outcomes.
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Chronic dehydration can lead to a number of problems including headaches, dizziness, muscle aches, nausea and lethargy.

Your body needs water to maintain healthy organs, energy levels and moods.&nbsp;Drinking more water is an easy way to prevent <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/stay-hydrated-with-these-fruit-juices-to-beat-the-summer-heat-1618919702064" target="_blank">dehydration&nbsp;</a>and&nbsp;improve your health. Water also provides electrolytes that help balance out acids in your body, produced&nbsp;by foods&nbsp;high in sugar or salt.&nbsp;
However, most people do not consume enough water. While the requirement varies from person to person, experts recommend drinking around&nbsp;15.5 cups (or 3.7 litres) of fluids a&nbsp;day&nbsp;for men and 11.5 cups (or 2.7 litres) for women.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Not getting enough fluids for a prolonged period can lead to chronic dehydration.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is a condition that causes a person to lose a lot of fluids.&nbsp;Chronic dehydration&nbsp;can lead to a number of problems including headaches, dizziness, muscle aches, nausea and lethargy. A person with a dehydrated nervous system will be more susceptible to many diseases including high blood pressure,&nbsp;heart disease,&nbsp;stroke and kidney failure.&nbsp;
Dehydration can manifest itself in numerous ways. Watch out for these&nbsp;signs of chronic dehydration&nbsp;in your body.&nbsp;&nbsp;
BAD BREATH&nbsp;&nbsp;
The salivary glands produce several antibacterial agents&nbsp;when functioning well. But dehydration&nbsp;prevents saliva production&nbsp;causing bacterial overgrowth, bad breath and dryness in the mouth.&nbsp;&nbsp;
DULL SKIN&nbsp;&nbsp;
You might have heard people recommend water for better skin and there is some truth to that. Lack of fluids in the body leads to&nbsp;loss of skin elasticity and moisture which are the root cause of&nbsp;dryness or redness in the skin.&nbsp;
SHOOTING HEADACHES&nbsp;&nbsp;
Even&nbsp;the brain can temporarily contract or shrink from fluid loss which makes the brain pull away from the skull resulting in painful headaches.&nbsp;This can feel like a dull headache or an intense migraine but there is generally no facial pain.&nbsp;
HUNGER PANGS&nbsp;
Confusing the brain, <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/eat-these-water-rich-foods-to-keep-dehydration-at-bay-1598406694857" target="_blank">dehydration</a> can sometimes mask itself in the form of hunger pangs. This makes you crave snacks when your body in fact just needs more fluids.&nbsp;When in doubt, reach for some water-rich foods.
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Here are some tasty and nutritious foods that will help control your appetite and make you feel satiated for longer.

If you feel like you&rsquo;re always fighting untimely food cravings, you&rsquo;re not the only one. From hormones and hydration to your stress levels, there are many things that can contribute to random hunger pangs.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re not sure why you&rsquo;re always hungry, it may be possible that the food you&rsquo;re eating is just not making you full enough. While cravings may be annoying at times, suppressing them can cause you to binge eat all the wrong <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/what-is-chronic-dehydration-signs-symptoms-to-keep-in-mind-1623384429541" target="_blank">foods</a>.&nbsp;
Here are some tasty and nutritious foods that will help control your appetite and make you feel satiated for longer.&nbsp;
OATMEAL&nbsp;
High in dietary fibre and protein, a bowl of oatmeal is a wholesome meal that can keep you full for a good period of time. Make some fresh &amp; warm or keep them&nbsp;overnight in the fridge, add oats to your smoothie or just have oat cookies.&nbsp;
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/eat-these-high-protein-snacks-to-stay-healthy-on-the-go-1618400021267" target="_blank">Eat these high-protein snacks to stay healthy on the go!</a>
SEED MIX&nbsp;
Nuts and seeds provide various important minerals, healthy fats and protein. What better way to get your daily dose of this food group than a&nbsp;homemade trail&nbsp;mix?&nbsp;Almonds, walnuts,&nbsp;dried fruit,&nbsp;flaxseeds, pumpkin or&nbsp;chia seeds &ndash; you can&rsquo;t go wrong with&nbsp;this.&nbsp;&nbsp;
POPCORN&nbsp;
When done right, popcorn is not just a crowd pleaser but a healthy snack! A great source of fibre and antioxidants, pop some corn at home without loading it with salt or butter and eat whenever the cravings come knocking.&nbsp;&nbsp;
COTTAGE CHEESE&nbsp;
While cheese and fruit are synonymous with charcuterie boards, you can&nbsp;snack on&nbsp;good old paneer&nbsp;that is rich in&nbsp;vitamin B12,&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;and milk protein.&nbsp;Sprinkle some salt and pepper&nbsp;or turn it into a quick sandwich.
FOX NUTS&nbsp;
Fox nuts or makhanas are a powerful mid-meal snack. They are low in sugar, sodium, cholesterol, and fat but loaded with protein, fibre, potassium and magnesium. If you're diabetic, allergic to gluten or trying to lose weight, makhanas should be your go-to!
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Microplastics, as the name suggests are very tiny plastic particles. Coined in 2004 by Richard Thompson, a marine ecologist at the University of Plymouth.

Microplastics, as the name suggests are very tiny plastic particles. Coined in 2004 by Richard Thompson, a&nbsp;marine ecologist at the University of Plymouth, they are described as plastic particles that are smaller than 5 millimeters.
Recent research by the Environmental Agency Austria and the Medical University of Vienna has suggested evidence of microplastics in humans. From our food, drinking water, to the bottom of our seas, these minuscule pieces are everywhere. Small tasks like opening a plastic bottle or a plastic container can create thousands of microplastics.&nbsp;
These tiny particles of plastic pose a threat to marine life, as they can block their gastrointestinal tracts. As more and more of these <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/the-microplastics-flooding-the-arctic-may-be-from-your-laundry-1610540227161" target="_blank">microplastic&nbsp;</a>particles get consumed by marine organisms, greater are the chances of it reaching our food chain through seafood.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/microplastics-found-in-unborn-babies-placentas-study-1608706688770" target="_blank">Microplastics found in unborn babies' placentas: study</a>
What is worrying is that&nbsp;it is accumulating in our oceans and over our lands at an alarming rate! Even though there is no concrete research at the moment, scientists are trying to gauge the harmful effects of these plastic specks.
These pieces cannot be recycled and will take years to degrade. But if people make tiny changes in their daily lives, then a lot can be done. Tom Stanton, a Ph.D. researcher in the School of Geography and Faculty of Engineering at Nottingham University, exclaimed that it is not plastic that is the root problem, but rather the single-use <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle" target="_blank">lifestyle</a> that we have become accustomed to.&nbsp;The need of the hour is to change the way we use and reuse unnecessary plastics.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/microplastics-discovered-in-sea-breeze-1589435895082" target="_blank">Microplastics discovered in sea breeze!</a>

From a young age, dogs display human-like social skills without any prior experience or training.

According to a new study by researchers at the University of Arizona, puppies are born with human-like social skills that allow them to communicate with humans from a very early age instead of learning later in life.
To determine whether the tendency to interact with humans was innate, researchers ran several experiments with 375 <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/uk-set-to-ban-its-puppy-farms-with-new-lucy-s-law-1557752213425" target="_blank">puppies</a> who had little experience with humans. The puppies were all Labrador&nbsp;retrievers, golden retrievers or a mix of the two breeds.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/itbp-welcomes-17-belgian-malinois-pups-into-its-canine-squad-1604645148242" target="_blank">ITBP welcomes 17 Belgian Malinois pups into its canine squad</a>
At just 8 weeks old, some of the puppies in the study showed a startling willingness to lock eyes with humans they didn't know and to take command cues, such as directions pointed out with a finger.
 The findings suggested that dogs are biologically prepared for communication with humans. From a young age, <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/dogs-too-are-being-mentally-affected-by-the-pandemic-1598444971233" target="_blank">dogs</a> display human-like social skills without any prior experience or training. Researchers also concluded that some dogs are better at communication than others based on their genetics.
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/the-puppy-bowl-is-back-with-covid-19-protocols-70-puppies-to-compete-1612417781085" target="_blank">The Puppy Bowl is back with Covid-19 protocols, 70 puppies to compete</a>

The study published in the journal Hypertension found that physically active people have a 21% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Bolstering the importance of physical activity for better health, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology&nbsp;have advised exercise as the 'first prescription' for people with moderately&nbsp;high blood pressure&nbsp;and cholesterol.&nbsp;
The directive to 'sit less, move more' is based on new research. The study published in the journal&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/working-long-hours-could-lead-to-greater-risk-of-hypertension-1576842180953" target="_blank">Hypertension </a>found that&nbsp;physically active people have a 21% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease and a 36% lower risk of dying from it compared to physically inactive people.
Apart from more physical activity, other <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle" target="_blank">lifestyle</a> changes highlighted in the blood pressure and cholesterol guidelines include weight loss, diet improvement, stopping smoking and moderating alcohol intake.
While every little bit of activity is better than none, participants in the study were advised&nbsp;either 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity weekly along with two or more strength training sessions each week.&nbsp;
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/most-indians-unaware-that-they-re-living-with-hypertension-1557143574146" target="_blank">Most Indians unaware that they're living with hypertension</a>

Stating that it will continue to engage in constructive dialogue with the Indian government, Twitter on Wednesday wrote to the Centre saying it is making is m

Stating that it&nbsp;will continue to engage in constructive dialogue with the Indian government, Twitter on Wednesday wrote to the Centre saying it is making&nbsp;is making every effort to comply with new guidelines.&nbsp; The US-based firm said it has been and remains deeply committed to India, and serving vital public conversation taking place on the service. As it sought a week's time, the site said it has appointed nodal and a resident grievance officer on contract and is "in the advanced stages of finalizing" a Chief Compliance Officer. The Centre last week, issued 'one last notice' to Twitter over appointing India-based officers as per the country&rsquo;s new rules for social media companies, failing which, the government had said, it will face 'consequences' as per the IT Act and other penal laws.

If you've ever chopped onions, you would definitely be familiar with the irritating tears that accompany the process. It may be hard to completely eliminate o

If you've ever chopped onions, you would definitely be familiar with the irritating&nbsp;tears that accompany the process. It may be hard to completely&nbsp;eliminate onion tears but Chef Saransh&nbsp;Goila&nbsp;has shared his tried and tested hack to peel onions with minimal crying!
Chef Goila&nbsp;suggests placing peeled onions in the freezer for 10 minutes or in the fridge for 30 minutes before chopping.&nbsp;
After you take them out, he suggests not chopping the root end.&nbsp;Slice or chop around the root and discard it at the end.
No hack is foolproof but he feels this comes 'closest to being successful in making sure you don&rsquo;t cry a lot.'

What would we do without social media? Hard to even imagine, right? These platforms have become such an intrinsic part of our lives and have given a space to the LGBTQI

What would we do without social media? Hard to even imagine, right? These platforms have become such an intrinsic part of our lives and have given a space to the LGBTQIA+ community to say, &ldquo;we&rsquo;re queer and we&rsquo;re here!&rdquo; Opening platforms for dialogue, activism, and identity creation, individuals have now found a (relatively) safe space to explore gender, sexuality, existence and pain.
The queer community in India has seen a surge in social media adopters to create spaces that represent the community&rsquo;s needs and wants, bringing them to the forefront.&nbsp;
"Social media does play an important role for me to connect with folks more like me, to actually build a community above everything else. And I think especially during Pride month since social media has taken off in India, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, any of these social media platforms, or even Clubhouse for that matter now. It is great that we are able to have these spaces where we can talk about what we are going through, our personal journey and we can look at someone else who has gone through a similar journey and learn a lot from their journey and they can learn a lot from us as well." (Anwesh&nbsp;Sahoo- Visual Designer)&nbsp;&nbsp;
Through the internet, people can now express themselves in ways that are truer to themselves and use it as a medium to challenge the age-old draconian social boundaries.
Video as a medium was once the playground of only Bollywood, where often queer characters were used as comic elements, meant to garner some laughs through slapstick comedy. With the plethora of video (and audio) platforms available today, and the rise of influencers, we are now seeing &lsquo;real&rsquo; voices emerging from within the community to accurately depict their lives and help others to come out of the darkness and into the light, by extending support through conversations and interactions. Every little step taken on social media has such a huge real-time impact, that one cannot help but jump with joy when young children are able to access role models that represent their (often) suppressed inner selves.
These influencers use a blend of art, fashion, comedy, soundtracks, and podcasts as some of the forms of expression to convey views and raise awareness about gender identity. Popular LGBTQIA+ activist,&nbsp;Sushant Divgikar&nbsp;can be seen using several platforms to bring 'drag' to the forefront as a more accessible form of art. A performer and singer, he actively uses his voice to lobby for equality and rights.&nbsp;One of the rising social media influencers, Anwesh Sahoo creates beautiful art illustrations to depict and raise awareness on gender non-conformity. &nbsp;
" I do think that a lot of my work does encompass the idea of the gender spectrum, celebrating gender spectrum, celebrating nonbinary identities, celebrating queer femme folks, and bringing in a healthier representation of them through the popular media. So, I think whatever little popularity or presence I have on the internet, I use it to bring in that positive representation. Because it is missing, let's face it." (Anwesh&nbsp;Sahoo)&nbsp;
Maitraynee Mahanta is another such influencer whose works reflect a very bold and empowering perspective on queerness.
Apart from being able to create social awareness, the internet platforms like Instagram and Facebook have also aided in developing personal relationships with other LGBTQIA+ individuals and helped create a large virtual family. When queer people are discriminated against at many points in life, the&nbsp;internet has succeeded in providing both the physical and emotional care required to thrive with confidence in online circles. Unrestrained by any boundaries, the LGBTQIA+ have finally found a space through social media and are owning it, one post, live and story at a time.
However, we must add, that while social media is a great space for self-expression, it can also often disappoint.
"There are very mean things that sometimes people say especially when you put forth your political views and people just downright brush it off by saying you are a fifty-fifty or why don't you just first decide whether you are a man or a woman and some very insensitive things that people say. Sometimes, I also receive&nbsp;a lot of rape threats which is extremely problematic. I hope that we sort of learn to walk out of that world where we think it is okay for people to or to walk out of a world where we trivialize rape threats, and that's not a good thing to do. We should&nbsp;really be kind to people everywhere, no matter where we meet them, whether offline or online." (Anwesh&nbsp;Sahoo)&nbsp;
These platforms must work on bettering their policies in order to ensure that trolling, hate comments and violent commentary made against any community is met with stern action.
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A recent observational study conducted by investigators from the Cleveland Clinic, discovered that individuals with moderate or severe obesity are at a greater risk of

A recent observational study conducted by investigators from the Cleveland Clinic, discovered that individuals with moderate or severe obesity are at a greater risk of experiencing long-term COVID-19 complications. Results from the study were published in the journal Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.
For the research, the team of investigators examined 3 indicators of possible long-term complications of COVID-19, including hospital admission, mortality, and need for diagnostic medical tests, from patients who tested positive for coronavirus. The study included 2,839 patients who did not require intensive care unit admission and survived the acute phase of COVID-19.
Findings from the study demonstrated that 44% of the study participants required hospitalisation and 1% died during a 10-month follow-up. Compared to people with a normal BMI, those with moderate obesity had a 28% greater risk of hospitalisation and those with severe obesity had a 30% greater risk.
Additionally, those with a BMI of 35 or greater had a significantly higher need for diagnostic tests to assess cardiac, pulmonary, vascular, renal, gastrointestinal, and mental health problems.

Everyone recommends eating fruits and vegetables every day but a study from Harvard University claims to have found just how many you need to eat every day to extract t

Everyone recommends eating fruits and vegetables every day but a study from Harvard University claims to have found just how many you need to eat every day to extract the maximum benefits!&nbsp;
The study&nbsp;released by the&nbsp;American Health Association finds that eating two servings of fruit and three servings of vegetables daily could be the key to living a long life.&nbsp;
The study's&nbsp;lead author said that 'this amount likely offers the most benefit in terms of prevention of major chronic disease and is a relatively achievable intake for the general public.'
But some fruit and veg&nbsp;seem to fare better than the others. The team says that&nbsp;green leafy vegetables, including spinach, kale and lettuce, as well as vegetables rich in beta carotene and citrus fruits and berries exhibited the most benefit in fighting disease.
For the purpose of this research, the team&nbsp;followed over 100,000 adult participants from 1984 to 2014.&nbsp;

Weight loss is a long journey. It is a matter of staying motivated, regularly implementing new habits and making good food choices. Are you doing everything but&nb

Weight loss is a long journey. It is a matter of staying motivated, regularly implementing new habits and making good food choices. Are you doing everything&nbsp;but&nbsp;seeing&nbsp;no&nbsp;results?&nbsp;Finding out why you aren&rsquo;t losing weight could be the key to solving your problem.&nbsp;Maybe you are missing an important factor or just focussing&nbsp;on the wrong things.&nbsp;Let&rsquo;s&nbsp;walk through some of the common&nbsp;hurdles that often prevent people from hitting their weight loss goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Exercise without diet&nbsp;&nbsp;
Most people try to lose weight without realising that the first step is to change how they eat.&nbsp;Achieving a calorie deficit, which is burning more calories than you consume, is essential for weight loss.&nbsp;Without a balanced calorie-restricted diet, it is unlikely to lose&nbsp;and maintain any substantial loss in weight.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Falling for diet fads&nbsp;&nbsp;
Most weight-loss diets and supplements are marketing gimmicks to sell you diet plans or&nbsp;pills.&nbsp;It is important to recognize that most fad diets are ineffective and may cause serious long-term harm.&nbsp;Do not fall for magical diet tricks&nbsp;without consulting a medical expert&nbsp;and stick to eating&nbsp;a&nbsp;diverse and balanced diet rich&nbsp;in natural,&nbsp;whole foods.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Incomplete exercise&nbsp;&nbsp;
Exercise and physical activity&nbsp;are&nbsp;important for any individual. But if you&rsquo;re&nbsp;on a weight loss journey, you might want to opt for more than one type of exercise.&nbsp;For effective calorie burn, both aerobic exercises such as running or cycling and&nbsp;anaerobic exercise&nbsp;such as weight lifting are important.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Lack of restful sleep&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
An oft-forgotten or ignored part of&nbsp;a healthy lifestyle, people often&nbsp;ignore&nbsp;the importance of good sleep.&nbsp;Lack of sleep can affect weight loss by decreasing metabolic activity and increasing belly fat accumulation. Sleep deprivation can even make you feel hungry, even when you&rsquo;re full.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Medical issues or age&nbsp;&nbsp;
While the factors discussed so far are in your control, medical conditions can also impact&nbsp;the pace of your weight loss. Conditions like thyroid,&nbsp;PCOS&nbsp;or taking&nbsp;antidepressants, beta-blockers or other&nbsp;medications&nbsp;can cause weight gain and make it especially hard to lose any.&nbsp;
If you&nbsp;think&nbsp;that you&rsquo;re doing everything right, then it may be a good idea&nbsp;to see your doctor to rule out a medical condition as the cause.&nbsp;

Eggs are such a common item in our kitchen pantries that we sometimes forget about the complexity of this seemingly simple breakfast staple. Wh

Eggs are such a common&nbsp;item in&nbsp;our kitchen pantries that we sometimes forget&nbsp;about the complexity of this seemingly simple breakfast&nbsp;staple.&nbsp;Whether you like them scrambled, boiled, poached or fried &ndash; everyone has their own preference of how they cook&nbsp;and eat their eggs.&nbsp;&nbsp;
But have you ever wondered why do the same eggs taste so different, with different cooking methods?&nbsp;
Apart from the&nbsp;milk, herbs or cheese that you might be adding for flavour, there is also some food science behind this massive taste difference.
Interestingly, the distinction in taste is actually due to the flavour difference in egg whites versus the yolk.&nbsp;So,&nbsp;depending on whether you&rsquo;re beating your eggs&nbsp;together&nbsp;or not, the rich and fatty yolk&nbsp;will imbibe&nbsp;a more intense flavour than the slightly blander whites.
Applying heat to eggs causes the protein in them to interact with the water molecules which helps the formation of new protein bonds. Apart from protein, the yolk is also rich in fat which is why it tastes so different and doesn't get&nbsp;as rubbery upon cooking. Many chefs recommend adding some fat, perhaps some butter or another egg yolk, to the eggs before scrambling them as that&nbsp;allows for the entire mixture to become closer in character to the yolks.
Another reason, which explains why fried eggs or omelettes taste so different, is a chemical process&nbsp;called the Maillard reaction which occurs when the protein and glucose interact with each other. This reaction gives your eggs that brownish colour and a slightly nutty flavour.
Lastly, the texture is another big factor in food tasting. This may explain&nbsp;why&nbsp;silky&nbsp;smooth&nbsp;scrambled eggs taste quite different&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;hard-boiled&nbsp;egg or a&nbsp;gooey poached egg, since all of them offer a distinct&nbsp;&lsquo;mouthfeel&rsquo; experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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