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8 Winter Beauty Tips for Your Skin, Hair and Lips

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Winter is here! I love this time of the year, when there is a nip in the air. But the season can also play havoc with your skin, leading to dry, flaky skin and chapped lips, if adequate care is not taken. This becomes especially important for young brides, whose weddings are right around the corner. Here are a few tips that will help you keep your skin hydrated and glowing throughout the season.Dry skin suffers more than oily skin so if you have dry skin, you should follow these…

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Stopping Exercises in Winter Increases Cholesterol Storage: Doctors

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Stopping physical exercise during the winter season increases the storage of cholesterol in the body, medical experts here said on Thursday. According to them, another reason that contributes to the cholesterol storage during winters is the lack of vitamin D synthesis from sunlight. “A decrease in sunlight pushes the body to store more cholesterol than usual as a protective measure. The seasonal variation in cholesterol levels could lead to more progression of fatty liver disease in the winter. Physical activities decrease during winters, and skipping exercise routine may be a…

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Chickenpox springs nasty winter surprise

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Infection a threat to kids Chickenpox may fast be losing its `Basanta rog’ (spring disease) moniker. The viral infection that’s associated with spring has been striking early for a last few years, baffling doctors. “Cases of chickenpox are trickling in. Though the number is not alarming, this is not the season for the infection, hence the concern,” said Dr Sibabrata Banerjee, internal medicine expert at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur. Caused by varicella zozter virus (VZV), chickenpox infections are common during the springtime months of February , March and April. As a…

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Amelia Freer: What to eat to boost your immune system for winter

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Time to bulk up (in a good way): don’t scrimp on food and keep your vitamin intake topped up to avoid coughs and colds As the weather turns colder and the nights draw in, the season of coughs and colds begins. Now is the perfect time to build up your body’s natural defences, by following my simple tips: Are you eating enough food? Under-nutrition (often a result of juice fasts and crash diets) suppresses normal immune function. Don’t gorge, but eat a well-balanced, adequate and nourishing diet full of hearty…

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Why you need sunglasses in winter

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Most of us tend to have the misconception that our eyes need protection from the sun’s glare only during summer months when the sun is harsh and hot. When the weather turns cooler and sunshine becomes desirable, many of us do away with our sunglasses and expose our eyes to harmful radiation. However, it is important to underline that sunglasses are not strictly a summer accessory. The less intense winter sun must not deceive you into believing that your eyes do not need protection any more. According to I Rahumathullah,…

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Winter Woes: The Easiest Remedies to Control Dandruff & Hairfall

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Cold chilly months come with their own set of beauty woes. There’s dry skin, dandruff and some have suffer nightmares of falling hair. The easiest way to deal with these is to turn to some ingredients you’ll find in your kitchen pantry. Rahul Agarwal, CEO, Organic Harvest, suggests some natural tips and tricks to keep those locks long, shiny and free from dandruff. 1. Curd and lemon: This combination helps you to reduce hair fall and acts as a natural conditioner during the winter season. It cures dryness of the…

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