Contributed by Francesca Hawker, the founder and owner of The 321 Effect Like many people, I’ve struggled with my weight and my self-confidence over the years. I’ve tried every single diet out there, I have spent money on pills, plans, memberships and inch loss wraps. If I’m being really honest, I’ve even tried liposuction. Finally, …
I fear this year there will be none of Keats’s promise of “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”. Rather, we would be better to bulk buy SAD [Seasonal Affective Disorder] light accessories and only then immerse ourselves in the poet’s concept of “negative capability”, which translates roughly as: Don’t let uncertainty paralyse you. It’s uncertain, …
Rev up the cool monsoon days with interesting savouriesThere’s nothing more enjoyable than sitting at home by the window, looking at the rain while sipping on some tea and tucking into piping hot and crispy pakoras or bhajiyas. There are a lot of other snacks and beverages you could try, too. Says Mumbai-based consultant chef …
Change is the only constant and we guess Delhi’s favourite breakfast spot The All American Diner is living by these words of wisdom. The iconic place, which was shut during wave 2 of the pandemic finally opened its door on July 18, but in a new avatar. It will be now known as ‘Habitat Hub’ …
To live a long and healthy life we should all maintain a healthy lifestyle which includes getting enough sleep, reducing stress levels and eating healthily. But there is so much more you can do to improve your health as shown in a book with the top tips from a doctor and medical journalist, Dr Trisha …
01/9Ingredients that almost never expire When it comes to food, each item has a different shelf life. While some might last for just a few days, some can last months and even years together. But do you know that there are some food items which can actually last forever? Yes, there are certain foods that …
One of my earliest memories is of pain. My teenage years were filled with hospital appointments, calendars circled with dates for surgery. At 13, over the course of one night, my spine twisted like a plumbing trap to more than 80 degrees. At one point, a piece of hardware from the titanium rods supporting my …
01/7Kokum and its health benefits When it comes to summer drinks, we often talk about fruit shakes and fresh juices of watermelon, oranges and more. But there is one Indian berry that is often neglected and that is Kokum. Kokum is a purple coloured berry which is indigenous to western coast of India and is …
The Trend Spotter is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Bathing in the warm sunlight and taking a dip in the ocean is what the sunny season is all about. Take the refreshing and exhilarating vibe with you everywhere you …
If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of… not a surprise, but how about a sense of increased peace and happiness with some stress relief thrown in? Communing with Mother Nature is an instinctive human impulse; you need only cast your mind back to previous lockdowns and the amount of people suddenly …