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One in every 10 women in India has polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common endocrinal system disorder among women of reproductive age, according to a study by PCOS Society. And out of every 10 women diagnosed with PCOS, six are teenage girls .  I am sure you or somebody near you must have gone through this. I myself witnessed some issues regarding the same recently and therefore, thought of writing this blog post to be dedicated about women health discussing what actually PCOS is, what causes PCOS and how to get rid of the same.  Also to mention, I am not an expert or a doctor to talk about PCOS. This one is totally personal based on my knowledge and experience regarding the same. I thought of sharing this with you guys for if in any case, this post can help you or make you aware of the same. I have compiled some relevant information and facts too.  To start with, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects a woman’s hormone levels. W omen who h...

' Style is very personal. It has nothing to do with fashion.Fashion is over quickly. The style is forever.' - Ralph Lauren Hola readers!  2017 is about to get over soon. Let's talk about some fashion trends that are in and out this year.  1- Summer: What to give up- Bell sleeves, chokers and heels What to add- Ruffles, statement earrings, and flats 2- Winters :  What to give up- solid sweaters and cardigans  What to add- faux and fur jackets/sweaters  Also, always remember, style is something that is curated by you. It's your personal expression. Stick to what you like. Do not religiously follow trends that you don't want to follow.Be beautiful in your own personal way because the most beautiful outfit is something which you can wear with confidence.  With this line of thought, I am sharing two of my favorite styles from 2017.  Look 1-  Ruffles were a thing of 2017 and one of my favorites. Also, 2017 included some f...

Ayurveda or the 'science longevity' is the system of nature cure. It is known to promote positive health, natural beauty, and long life. It's the oldest school of medicine in the world and Arabic and Western medicine system have been developed after it. Its  an ancient system of life (Ayur) knowledge (Veda) arising in India thousands of years ago.  Himalaya holds its legacy of around 88 years, using  the tools of modern science to create pharmaceutical-grade ayurvedic products.  Himalaya aims to establish itself as a science-based, problem-solving, head-to-heel brand, harnessed from nature's wealth and characterized by trust and healthy lives, spreading Ayurveda all over the world.  Beauty begins with health. Personal care and skincare shall be an integral part of one's life. The products curated by Himalaya ( other than being herbal ) are affordable and suitable for almost all skin types. They are not at all harmful and are super natural. Thank you ...

There are various things we Lucknowites are proud about and one of them is Sugandhco . Fragrances and exotic itar have always been an integral part of Oudh's culture.  The credit for patronizing and popularizing the perfumery in Lucknow goes to the Nawabs of Oudh, particularly to Nawab Wajid Ali Shah. In 1850's, when the itar industry was in the doldrums, Mr. Chhunnamal Vijayvergiya initiated a perfumery business in Lucknow, that would reach the masses. Smell that represents our culture and elegance. This initiative took place in 1980 with Sugandhco and in no time these innovative blends came into high demand.  The fragrances created here are of high quality. They fuse the traditional knowledge of perfumery into modern trends serving us with some great smells to flatter. The process employed to extract itar is still age old. Simply explained, itar is the pure extract of flowers in sandalwood oil. It forms an ideal base for perfumes as, during distillation,...

This blog post is about this genius plant species which is everything you need to have for a glowing skin, hair and good health.Various researchers and facts have already proved the best from Aloe Vera.  I have personally included Aloe Vera in my daily intakes by different means and trust me, results are too good. I thought of sharing some with you. Take some raw Aloe Vera juice and pulp from the plant or you can also use various Aloe Vera gels available for your daily  skincare and haircare routine.  Drinking Aloe Vera juice on a daily basis is a cherry on the pie.  Drink a cup of aloe vera juice daily  or you can also dilute the same if you want. Just drink it, remembering its benefits and ignore the taste but generally, Aloe Vera has a neutral taste. Aloe Vera being super rich in minerals and vitamins is beneficial for skin brightening and acne issues, hair textures and growth, sun tanning, detoxifying, weight loss, cholesterol and blood sugar, increa...

It's popularly said, dress how you want to be addressed. Buy less but choose well. Casuals is not a style. It is feeling your everyday comfort with elegance and fashion. In the European tradition, casual is the dress code that emphasizes comfort and personal expression over presentation, formality, and conformity. Also referred to as leisure wear. It's great to experiment with your style statement and follow on growing trends but then too who wants to compromise their comfort and ease. Informal, semi-formal or casual wear always comes to a rescue and trust me, there can be nothing more stylish then casual clothing. Firstly, let's start by differentiating between formal wear and casual wear.  Casual wear includes Tee-shirts, jeans, jackets, khakis, hoodies, summer dresses, skirts, sneakers for example when you're going out for shopping or hanging around with your friends. Casual wear is usually made from materials such as cotton, jersey, denim, polyest...

I don't claim myself to be a food blogger here but because I belong from Lucknow, writing about its cuisine is something I am really interested in. Nawabs has always been great patrons of art and culture and food automatically becomes an essential part of it. 'Muskuraiye aap Lucknow me hain.' can also be said as 'Kuch khaiye aap Lucknow me hain.' Awadhi cuisine is now a forefront of Indian cuisine and Lucknow was actually the area where most of these food innovations took place.  I'm not referring to any restaurant or name here in particular but generally talking about Lucknow's famous street food joints and places to hoop on. Lucknow has a unique vibe for food and yes we are more than just kebabs! I'm a vegetarian and this adds more when I'm saying this. Like every city, Lucknow has different 'Khomchas' and some famous munching points.  This one is dedicated to those famous and  mouth-watering places which are your must try ...

I'm not kidding here, but for this summer, gingham has been a deep down obsession for me!   The classic picnic blanket print just got a refresh! The truth is that gingham does not mean check or checked, it actually means striped. But, when you’re dealing with a fabric that’s over five hundred years old, naturally some things do get lost in translation. "Gingham" comes from the Malayan word genggang, or "striped." The fabric and its trademark checks became increasingly more prevalent until it was one of the most common and recognizable fabrics in the world, seen on Southern literary types, and London bankers alike. Gingham forges on as an integral part of the spring, and summer style landscape and I'm currently craving with gingham footwear, innerwear, bags, hats, skirts etc. This classic check print is great to wear thing this summer and definitely, a must have in your summer wardrobes.  If you're a fan of monochromatic minimal design this one fo...