Life Style

Whether or not we develop dementia is not fully in our control. But according to a standing commission from The Lancet, as much as 45% of dementia risk could be down to “potentially modifiable” lifestyle factors. So, which of these might make our odds higher – and which might lower them? Five habits that may raise dementia risk 1) Smoking ...

Each week, the Allrecipes community saves thousands of recipes with MyRecipes, making it easy to keep track of dishes you can’t wait to make. This week, our community is making all sorts of cozy comfort dishes, from hearty soups to creamy chicken dinners. A One-Pan Chicken and Potatoes dinner combines chicken thighs and velvety Yukon Gold potatoes with a cheesy ...

Switching from dairy products to plant-based alternatives could lead to deficiencies in vital micronutrients, especially among young people and women, a study has found. Even moving partly to vegan alternatives to milk, cheese and yoghurt could lead to falls in iodine, calcium, riboflavin and vitamin B12 if the substitutes, often based on soya, almonds or oats, are not fortified, scientists ...

What if finding love came with a taste of Finland? The world’s happiest country is inviting international singles to share a winter dinner with local food lovers in a bid to showcase its culinary traditions. Visit Finland, the country’s travel promotion body, said in a media statement that guests will sit down to a candlelit tasting menu drawn from Finland’s ...

Festive fashion is no longer just for adults. Children’s clothing now blends tradition, comfort and contemporary style, allowing little fashionistas to shine at weddings, cultural events, family celebrations and festive gatherings. From vibrant colours to intricate embroidery, these outfits add charm to every special occasion. Local fashion brands such as Sailor are part of Bangladesh’s vibrant fashion scene, offering inspiration ...

The Allrecipes community saves thousands of recipes with MyRecipes each week, making it easy to keep track of dishes you can’t wait to make. This week, the anticipation of Thanksgiving is in the air, with a turkey breast slow cooker recipe collecting over 1,500 saves. This past week, community members saved easy beef dinners, like comforting Cowboy Soup and Amish ...

Ingredients: • 1 jar • 1 kg olive • 4-5 Red chilii • 1 tsp Panch Phoran • 1 tsp Turmeric powder • 1 tsp cumin coriander red chilli powder (roasted together) • 1 pinch Salt • 1/2 cup Jaggery • 2 tbsp mustard Oil Method: 1. Boil the olives. Heat mustard oil in a deep bottomed pan, then add ...

As the weather begins to change, dry and cracked heels can become a common beauty concern. Cooler, drier air, reduced moisture in the skin, prolonged standing and open-backed footwear can leave the heels rough, flaky and uncomfortable. Although cracked feet may seem like a minor cosmetic problem, deep fissures can sometimes cause pain, bleeding and infection. A simple, regular foot-care ...

Smiling regularly may do more than lift your mood. It can also help build friendships, reduce stress and improve your overall well-being, experts say. Rather than waiting for something funny or exciting to happen, simply changing your facial expression by turning a frown into a smile may influence how you feel emotionally. Research supports the idea that smiling can affect ...

Fill your plate with vegetables The fibre, potassium, magnesium, vitamins and various plant compounds in vegetables are beneficial for blood pressure, weight control and overall heart health. Local vegetables such as spinach, red spinach, Malabar spinach, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, bitter gourd, okra, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots and tomatoes are all good choices. Eat fruit, not juice You can eat a ...