Should we be worrying about the purpose of life?
Life Desk :The other day, as I lay on my couch, enjoying an episode of Gotham and its deliciously evil villains, I suddenly wondered at my purpose in life. I pictured myself crossing over...
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Human vision keeps developing until mid-life
Life Desk :Human brain’s vision-processing centre, that was previously thought to mature and stabilise in the first few years of life, actually continues to develop up to late 30s or early 40s, a new...
Every person holds about 13 secrets!
Life Desk :An average person keeps about 13 secrets at a time – five of which they have never told another living soul, according to new research.Researchers from Columbia University in the US analysed...
Sanitation access can improve health outcomes in children
Life Desk :Poor sanitation can increase the risk of disease transmission and affect the growth and overall health in children. Globally, about 1 billion people live without access to any type of sanitation facility...
Red onions may help fight cancer cells
Life Desk :Antioxidants in red onions can be effective in fighting cells, finds a new study. Ruby Ring onion contains higher amounts of quercetin and anthocyanin, compounds that possess anti-cancer properties.Red onions promote an...
Turmeric for healthy and glowing skin
Life Desk :Turmeric (Curcuma longa), or “The Golden Spice of India,” is one of the most commonly used kitchen ingredients. Turmeric is used in plenty to enhance the color and flavor of the food...
Storing stuff efficiently
Life Desk :While storing items in your home, always remember to minimise the amount of space while maximizing how much use you get out of your storage unit.Keep all small items in a drawer...
How long should your run last?
Life Desk :A question that intrigues every runner is the ideal duration of the run. The surprising thing is that when it comes to running ‘it’s not about the distance, but time’. If we...
The reason I became a writer
Lesley Biswas :I knew exactly what I would tell him when we meet. I had mentally run over it, over and over again, the past two-and-a-half decades. That he was my inspiration, the reason...
An eating disorder you’ve never heard of!
Life Desk :Thinking about eating healthy all the time is also an eating disorder. We all make some general effort to be healthy. From forgoing the lift for a flight of stairs, to skipping...
Sugary diet increases the risk of cancer : Study
Life Desk :A diet rich in sugars, may fuel the growth of cancer cells, as it gives them the energy to multiply, reveal researchers in a new study.The researchers found that one type of...
Make-up tricks for girls with glasses
Life Desk :Eye wear is no more just a necessity. With a glamourous make-over, they have made their mark as fashion accessories. However, if you still feel that despite having beautiful eyes, your glasses...