We are continuing the following conversation from the previous part of this blog-post: Bittu requested, “Please try to convince my father. I want to celebrate Janmashtami this year. Didis, can you give me a 20 rupee note?” Sukhwinder was alerted, “Why do you want a 20 rupee note?” Bittu replied, ...

By Samit Mehta Proteins are the building blocks of our body. Besides carbohydrates and fats, proteins are the most important macro-nutrients. Most people think that Whey is not for an average individual leading a sedentary life. But, this is a misconception. This part of the article reveals other myths surrounding ...

By Samit Mehta Proteins are the building blocks of our body. We have studied this in school. Besides carbohydrates and fats, proteins are the most important macro-nutrients. Currently, only physically active people – hardcore bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts – tend to consume whey protein. Most people think that Whey is ...

By Samit Mehta Today’s post is the continuation of the previous one. This part of the article talks about – Whey Protein. Milk: Milk is one of the essential sources of protein suitable for all types of food enthusiasts. It contains 2 major kinds of protein – casein and whey. ...

By Samit Mehta Proteins are the building blocks of our body. We have studied this in school. Besides carbohydrates and fats, proteins are the most important macro-nutrients. Many Indians have protein-deficiency, which needs to be corrected to live a healthy life. The Indian Council for Medical Research recommends between 50 ...

By Dr. Bipeenchandra Bhamre Dr. Bipeenchandra Bhamre is a Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon from Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre and he highlights how overconsumption of alcohol causes ill-health and death, through the article – Overconsumption of Alcohol Leads to Heart Problems. Overconsumption of Alcohol Leads to Heart Problems: ...

Udgeet Pranayama is one of the simplest forms of pranayamas. Inputs: Sarvesh Shashi – Founder and CEO – Zorba Yoga. Udgeet Pranayama – Method: Seated in Padmasana, keep your eyes closed. Make sure your spine is erect. Breathe in deeply through your nose till your diaphragm is full of air and ...

Nadishodhan Pranayama is also known as the alternate nostril breathing technique. Nadi in Sanskrit means “flow” and the word Shodhan means purification. Inputs: Sarvesh Shashi – Founder and CEO – Zorba Yoga. Nadishodhan Pranayama – Method: Sit relaxed in any sitting position. Just focus on your natural breath for a few ...

Bhramari Pranayama or Humming Bee Breath is a calming breath practice that majorly soothes anxiety. It works towards calming the nerves, as well. This technique helps in the purification and enhancing of the function of the lymph nodes that are created by the vibration of the ‘hmmm’ sound, which in ...

Sheetkari Pranayama has a cooling and a soothing effect on the body. It is similar to Sheetali Pranayama with a minor difference, which will be clear from the Method. Inputs: Sarvesh Shashi – Founder and CEO – Zorba Yoga. Sheetkari pranayama – Method: Sit in a comfortable asana placing your palms ...