Author: Karina Pandya

                   Alzheimer’s disease has been primarily seen among people over the age of 65. It is a degenerative disease where the person experiences a decline of their mental and intellectual functions. The person’s ability to remember- even recently leaned facts, a symptom of severe memory loss is experienced. The person’s comprehension level too declines, and the person is usually subject to confusion, irritability, mood swings, language breakdown as well as the decline in their sense. Instead of symptoms being alleviated over time with medication, the disease only worsens overtime, but the time…

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Every single type of an investment that is made in the stock market is subject to market risks. That is why it is very important to choose one’s investments prudently and wisely. Depending on one’s short-term and long-term financial goals, one should make their investments. However, why is it always recommended to include a ULIP plan in one’s portfolio? Offering both the advantage of investment as well as insurance, ULIP’s refer to those products which are offered by insurance companies that give investors both insurance and investment under the umbrella of one single, integrated plan. So, technically investors can reap…

Outdoor fun- sports and recreation are not the only ways one can really enjoy oneself. When stuck at home on a rainy day or otherwise there are plenty of sun-filled activities one can turn to for leisure. Board games like chess, monopoly and checkers have existed since decades and provide a good source of in-door fun! Below is a list of some great board games: ·      Chess: This game is a well-known game played between two people. Played on a square chequered board with 64 squares, each player has 16 pieces to play with: one king, one queen, two rooks,…

Looking young is always on a woman’s mind, and constant use of cosmetics, foundations, skin ointments are used to make her look younger, prettier and happier. Here are 7 tips to look young and feel younger! If stepping into the sun for a long time wear sun block and protect your skin, as prolonged exposure to sunlight can cause wrinkles to form and skin to sag. Do not yo-yo diet, as irregular gain and loss of weight causes the skin to lose its elasticity, and form wrinkles and sag. Do not smoke cigarettes as free radicals from the cigarette may…

First impressions are usually the most impactful and play a very important role when meeting someone for the first time. Everyone wants to look good, and everyone wants to get noticed. Here are 7 tips on how you not only can look good, but also feel terrific. 1.   Wear the Attitude: The key to looking good is about feeling it. There’s no point wearing the most stylish outfit, and not being able to carry it off well. The secret to successful people is all about their attitude. Think positive, wear a smile and remove those vague; confused expressions from your…

Eating at work is like eating on the move. Stressful and long hours at work usually get rewarded by indulging in an on-the spot order, not thinking of how it will affect your weight. Here are 7 tips on how you can refrain from indulging on the wrong foods, and satiate your hunger at the work-place. 1.   Bring Home-Food:  Bringing a hand-packed lunch from home is always a better idea, than ordering something at work. This way, you know what you are eating prior to your lunch time and always have the choice to put in healthy and low fat…

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1.     Do not smoke or avoid it at all costs. Smoking leads to serious gym diseases. 2.     Try and rinse your mouth after meals; or at the most drink a glass of water. 3.     Brush daily. It is very important that the teeth are cleaned thrice in a day to avoid plaque-a sticky, colourless film that develops on the teeth. 4.     Following a healthy diet is a key factor to ensure healthy gums. 5.     It is important to get enough exercise as well to ensure healthy gums 6.     Clenching or grinding of the teeth can cause un-necessary pressure upon the…