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That's the spirit
Sometimes, soft notes from an old album can puncture the stress balloon, and sometimes it is a lavish shopping spree that can do the needful. A game of lawn tennis or squash can be equally rejuvenating. But, there is something else too that successfully drives away the blues and boredom of life for a short time. A heart-to-heart chit chat with some old and new faces across the bar counter indeed brings a refreshing change. And, talking about bars, glistening bottles of Indian liquor bottles placed on the first shelf and foreign brands displayed fervently on all the other shelves, two revolving chairs around a wooden counter is passé. With so many new hotels and lounges opening in the city, and in order to outdo each other, a lot of thoughts have been given to the bar area. Either located in the middle of the lounge area or in the shape of a little hip bar at the corner, the bar area is the indication if the fine dining restaurant or the lounge has come of age. "The concept of bar decor has undergone a major change," says Raman Preet, executive chef with The Lobby. "From the choice of spirits to aesthetic display, bar areas are now done up in innovative styles." At The Lobby, Wine Chillers, multi-utility wine equipment is part of the display unit.
Boring wood and granite plastered all over the bar area to the usage of Onyx, a semi- precious stone that has reflective property of illumination on the bar counter to exciting bar stunts, the little place has been jazzed up. Bar visibility is something that Raja Singha, general manager (operations) with Siona-35 lays a lot of emphasis on. "We have an exclusive floor and area designated for the bar because we wanted to keep it separate. We did not want to mix it with the restaurant below." The bar at Siona boats of finest display of single malts and an exclusive bar menu. "Normally hotels serve Chinese in the bar menu, but we have special kebabs to go with the drinks," says Raja. The saddle-shaped seats at the bar counter give a countryside touch.
Layout is just one aspect. The kind of spirits on display have brought about a change too. "We have more youthful spirits like Jack, Cinzano, Malibu rum ( coconut rum). In addition to this, we offer a health conscious bar menu with lot of dips and dry snacks," provides Ankit. Lighting is another thing that makes all the difference. Adds Ankit, "For any commercial establishment lighting plays an important role. Dull lights are synonymous with bars. Most people think dull lights bring in a shady element," he laughs adding that dim lights signify a space within yourself. With slightly more than regular number of women also enjoying drinks, safety at the bars has become a priority. "Besides taking care of the display, layout, we have ensured that the bars stands out as a safe option for anyone who likes to enjoy a drink or two," shares Manish Goyal, director, S Lounge. "No stag entries are entertained, and the ambience is such that each one can have a good time," he adds. jasmine@tribunemail.com
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Life as they know it
Straight talk
Well-versed
Roulette pick any literary person from any conceivable genre; his backdrop to a large extend impinges on the works. As it did in Sukrita Paul Kumar's case; the poet, the critic, the translator, the painter. "I grew up in Kenya, we were made to believe that wasn't home. When I was 15 or 16 suddenly landing in Delhi in the summer of May didn't make it look like home either. I was like, that is not home, this is not home, then what is?" As for the poetry, it's spontaneous, extemporaneous, "I've never taught poetry, in fact, I've never talked about it critically, so I'd rather read some of my works." Breaking silence followed by My Lost Diary, then a poem that she wrote when she couldn't paint; Insight, a poem on dealing with adolescent daughter. She says, "I have a whole lot of poems on touchy moments; like homelessness. I call this series, We the Homeless." For he-art’s sake
"Courtesy the alphabet Z in my surname, I'm always invited the last," noted scholar, writer K. L. Zakir is at his outspoken and eloquent best. In conversation on contemporary Urdu literature, he shares more on the matters of heart rather than matters of art. "I once went for a public service commission job interview where they ask me that they needed an administrator and not a writer. I told them that if the PM and the president of the country can be writers at some point of time then why not an administrator." He adds, "I'm a pen pusher, I can write novels, may be a short story…" Was the audience just as, perhaps more, interested in how he took to poetry and his first lyrical experiences? "The first woman in my life was a tailor's daughter…even if she went out in veil, people would watch her beautiful ankles, and they were really pink. She would little messages for me…." Perhaps, that's the catalyst for further string of queries. So did he write back to her? Did he take to poetry because of her? One even asks, apart from a woman is there anything else beautiful? "Beauty's not in the face, it's in your gestures, in your behaviour, how you deal, connect, respond." manpriya@tribunemail.com |
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Ace choreographer Shiamak Davar, who shot to fame for choreographing Yash Chopra's Dil To Pagal Hai, feels dancing element in movies is very little and that there is no experiments in terms of dance forms in films. "There is not much dancing in movies these days...lot of other elements are added. The dancing element is slashed in films. Also, we do not see experiments in dance forms or styles in movies...more or less everything is same," says Shiamak. "Even in reality shows, which is providing platform to many dancers, have more stunts and less dancing," he added. Shaimak's directorial debut, Dancer, a film based on dance, will have children from slums. The film is a story of an underdog who becomes an achiever with the help of a mentor. It will also have cameos by Bollywood celebrities. "Through my movie, I will show new style of Indiancontemporary dance," Shiamak said. On the film, Shiamak said, "I am doing the movie for slum kids. In my 25 years of career, I have found that there is lot of talent in small villages...slum pockets. To groom this, untrained talent is a challenge." Shiamak, who, will also be seen acting in the film, said. "I am going to play Shiamak, the talent hunter who will discover talented children. Through this film I want to get dancing talent out from streets and slums," he said. — PTI
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He has played a spoilt, carefree man, who doesn't fit in the contemporary hero image many a times and actor Emraan Hashmi says he is no mood to change his image. When the 'Serial Kisser of Bollywood' was asked about him being stuck up with certain kind of roles, he said, "Nobody asks this question to Shahrukh Khan, while for the past 20 years he has been doing romantic roles on the screen. However, these questions make no difference since he is successful in his field and people adore him." Hashmi, who was here to promote an apparel brand, made it clear that he loves to play an anti-hero and believes that romantic and comedy roles would not suit him. "Actually, audience wants to see every actor from a certain point of view. So, there are certain advantages of staying in limits," he said. The 31-year-old actor added that there is no clear demarcation between heroes and villains these days as Bollywood has moved ahead over a period of time. Hashmi wants the audience to go to the theaters, watch his movies and get entertained. "We make movies to entertain people. I don't think that my movies can change the world," the actor said. When asked about his position in comparison to new promising actors like Ranbir Kapoor, he said, "I am successful in my field and I work in my own style. I have competition with myself and I am my own critic." Hashmi, who started his career in 2003 with Footpath, will next be seen Once Upon A Time In Mumbai where he plays Shoaib, an angry youth of the 70's era. Shoaib, who has spend his childhood in the streets of Mumbai, eventually joins the underworld when he grows. — PTI
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Singer Britney Spears has made it to the Forbes' list of highest-earning musicians which is lead by U2.The Toxic singer was named in the top five highest-earning musicians in the world after she was estimated to have made $63.90 million in last year. Her return to the world stage follows a turbulent couple of years in her personal life during which she was hospitalised on several occasions and eventually placed under the conservatorship of her father. In December 2008 her sixth album Circus was released and 3.5 million copies were sold worldwide. Meanwhile, her tour The Circus grossed more than $131.47 million. U2 that tops the list were the highest-earning musicians in the world after earning $129.80 million in 2009.— IANS
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The film will be incorporating a 'vampiric twist' as in the Bible, Cain kills his brother Abel and is marked by God and sent to wander the earth, a more villainous role than Smith's usual heroic parts. The film will be produced by the Oscar-nominated actor's own company, Overbrook Entertainment. However, before starring in the film he will be seen reprising his role as Agent J in Men In Black 3 which goes on floors this summer. The film is being slated for a summer 2012 release. — PTI
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Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias plans to ski naked in Miami but the police officials are all set to thwart him.The Hero singer had said that he would 'get drunk and ski naked' if Spain won the soccer World Cup, which they did indeed. And Iglesias, whose father Julio was once a top goalkeeper in Spain, insisted he would go ahead with the daring prank, saying: "A bet is a bet!" However, police officers in Miami are adamant they will stop the singer's plans. "We enforce all laws here, regardless of what your status is in the Miami community," said a representative.— IANS
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Hollywood actor Tom Cruise and wife Katie Holmes are reportedly preparing their four-year-old daughter Suri Cruise, for a career in the entertainment industry. The pair, who tied the knot in 2006 are encouraging Suri, already famous for her high heels and fashion sense, by giving her classes on performing. "They are giving her singing, dancing and acting classes to help prepare her. Tom is a real stage father, making sure Suri puts expression into her lines when she puts on her little shows, and he encourages her when she does a good job," a source said. "Suri is showing talent already. She loves to put on shows for the whole family, asking her big sister, Isabella, to help her make 'tickets'. She's always asking Katie to book tickets for Broadway musicals so she can watch other performers sing and dance. "Tom and Katie aren't afraid of Suri becoming a child actor - even with all of its pitfalls - because they feel she'll be fine with their firm guidance," the source added. — PTI
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Hollywood actress Kirsten Dunst is reportedly unable to decide which of her former lovers to choose, for rekindling romance. The 28-year-old beauty is torn between Jake Hoffman, son of actor Dustin Hoffman and musician Jason Boesel. "It changes by the hour. Kirsten can't make up her mind which guy she wants to be with. Kirsten went running back to Jason. Now she's seeing both guys. Jake is a brainy homebody who's into art and board games. He'd love to settle down, but Kirsten has resisted making their relationship more serious," the source said. "It's not as if she's complaining because both guys are hot. She likes them equally, so she feels conflicted. Her friends want her to stay with Jake because he's stable and focused. They worry that if Kirsten continues to see Jason, her partying could get out of control again," the source added. — PTI
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House full
My life was simple: repetitive, predictable. And then predictability blew away like a vapour when the bomb fell. The introductory lines to Mohyna Srinivasan's debut book, The House on Mall Road, define a fraction of her life as well. A simple, predictable life that a management degree from IIM Ahmedabad can promise, all vapourised! Thanks to a 'terribly' creative world of fiction writing. But then there has to be strong reasons behind making a debut as a writer when writing came to you as 'nothing serious'. "A high pressure job and the expectations attached with it brought me to a point where I wanted to explore something different, not outside but from within. I used to enjoy writing on and off but took the final call when I shifted base to Hongkong with my husband and kids," says Mohyna. And, there the idea of writing her first book came. "The literary scene in Hongkong was fresh and an annual 10-day festival brought famous names to share one platform. There was when I first interacted with authors like Pico Iyer, Kiran Desai and Tarun Tajpal. It was inspirational and I just followed." And18 months of writing and three years of waiting, brought The House on Mall Road to book shelves. Set in the backdrop of a peacetime day-to-day life of the Army, the book gives an account of the cantonment life - the impromptu picnics, polo matches, get togethers, a major event in the novel is the Indo-Pak war in 1971. Living that life herself, being born into a family that has generational ties to the Indian Army and growing up in cantonment towns, what else could make a better story? "I fiddled with the idea of writing a travellogue for my debut. But then I wanted to write about something I could relate to," says the author who was never attracted by the true stories. "Strange and odd things are like fuel to writers which inspires them to write fiction. Though nothing works better than facts but for me fiction is all about real life meeting your imagination," she says. If the writing part is the easiest for an author, for Mohyna selling her book wasn't a big deal either (given her IIM background). So, sessions at Jaipur Literature Fest, a celebrity book launch with Suniel Shetty, Prasoon Joshi and Javed Akhtar as special guests and several interactive sessions abroad were a good idea. "I never really thought about the marketing aspect but I wanted the best possible way to connect with my readers." Already planning a screenplay based on her first book and working on her next, a novel based in the times of Khalistan movement, Mohyna doesn't believe in wasting time. "Writing has to be disciplined. I don't understand why a 300-400 page book should take six-seven odd years to get published. Writing needs good management." Don't forget her IIM status. nehawalia@tribunemail.com
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It was a colourful affair as some 37 international interns from 21 countries got together to share culture on Sunday. AIESEC Chandigarh, the local chapter of AIESEC, the worlds largest student organistaion present over 110 countries, organised a cultural event in order to give the trainees an opportunity to showcase their culture, as well as take a sneak peak into the various cultural backgrounds in India. The trainees brought authentic food from their respective countries. With everyone dressed in their national clothes and the food from all over the world the event turned out to be a perfect blend of world cultures. The international were welcomed in traditional Indian fashion with a 'tilak' ceremony after which everyone danced to the beats of Punjabi dhol and music. While the girls indulged in getting mehendi, boys made most of different music of different countries. The cultural event ended with a lunch that included food from all 21 countries. — TNS
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Suitable for all hair types, Vega's new collection of hair brushes that comprise of the flat brush, the round brush, the cushion brush and the paddle brush are designed to smoothen, shape and polish all hair lengths and textures. These hair brushes are constructed with nylon bristles with stay- put ball tips that easily penetrate the hair and help in stimulating and massaging the scalp. These hair brushes reduce snags and tangles and help in adding body and volume to your hair. So whether you have straight, curly, wavy, long or short hair, Vega offers you the perfect hair brush to pamper your mane. Attractively priced between Rs 140 and Rs 180, the new collection of hair brushes are available in trendy colors and chic designs. This collection is available at leading beauty and departmental stores across the country. — TNS
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In a vibrant spell, the actors conveyed a lot more on the socio- economical and political issues in a highly humorous way. The team included Gaurav Sharma, Sunny Gill, Asha Saklani, Lalit, Mukesh Sharma and others.— S D Sharma
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Love at first bite
TTK Prestige, India's kitchen appliance brand and a leader in the pressure cooker segment, has created yet another innovation with the introduction of pressure cookers in the shape of an apple. Breaking away from the normal mundane pressure cookers, Apple pressure cookers are attractive and a must have accessory for the modern kitchens.
Prestige Apple gives the kitchen a style statement. Made of virgin aluminium, it sleek contours and top-of-the-line features ensures that the consumers have a taste for style. Apple pressure cookers are available in four different variables; the most exciting are the green and red Apple cookers that are sure to sweep the ladies of their feet. The other two variants are the hard anodised and polished aluminium cookers. Apart from the aesthetics, the pressure cooker is also designed and enhanced with unique features like self locating pivot for convenient closing, screw type body handle, stainless steel beam for easier handling, new design weight valve etc. The glamorous Apple cooker is priced between Rs 980 and Rs 1,450 and are available across all Prestige Smart Kitchen showrooms and multi branded outlets. —TNS
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Spice up
Beauty care and trends are related to changing seasons. And, there is nothing like a change, to make us feel good about ourselves. One of the easiest ways to express the changing season is through our choice of colours. It's not just with the clothes we wear, but also the colours we choose for our lips, eyes and nails. In hot weather, we go for light, serene, pastel colours. We try to be as subtle as possible in our choice of clothes. The same goes for the nails too. We can select colours that are icy, 'cool' and trendy.
Protection of hands and nails is so important, especially during the monsoons, when fungal infection can set in. Detergents can also lead to itchy and rashy conditions. Wear rubber gloves for your washing chores. Massage a cream after your washing tasks, working it into the skin. This takes only a few minutes of your time. You should also massage cream on the nails and the skin around the nails. As far as nail colours are concerned, pink is ideal for hot and humid weather. Shimmer is very much in, so go for silver shimmer for the day and gold for the night. Lately dark colours have been in, like bright blue or green, but I feel that subtle colours are more suitable for hot weather. You can also go for icy colours like pink, mauve or ivory and then dress them up with nail art. Or, go for shades of brown, like coffee, bronze, copper, or sea shell and then add on glitter. Why not try contrasting nail colours? Apply narrow strips of one colour on either side of each nail, with a contrasting strip of colour down the centre. Maybe, you can even try three narrow strips of different colours on each nail. For a gala evening, go for gold or silver varnish, or try one of those colours with glittering stars. These come in many different colours, with gold or silver stars. Try French manicure with pale pink or colourless nails, with white painted tips. The square tip was popular, but the oval tip is back in favour. If you like, you can get a professional nail stylist to do them up with false tips in acrylic. In the humid season, slippers and open sandals are best, as they allow maximum ventilation and help evaporation of sweat. But, open footwear attracts dirt and therefore, foot hygiene becomes all the more important. After a hot day, soak your feet in cold water, to which some salt and antiseptic solution has been added. A foot problem called Athlete's Foot develops more easily during hot and humid weather, because it thrives on soggy skin. If neglected, it can become a stubborn problem, with an itchy and soggy condition. If there is dry scaling on the feet, especially between the toes, with itching, consult a dermatologist without delay. Anti-fungal preparations are effective in dealing with the problem in the initial stages. However, excessive moisture, caused by sweating, tight shoes and humid weather can lead to bacterial activity and this worsens the condition. Avoid socks and wear open shoes, use talcum powder and keep the feet as dry as possible. What to do Foot soak: In one-fourth bucket of warm water, add half cup of coarse salt, half a cup of lemon or orange juice. If your feet tend to sweat a lot, use a few drops of tea tree oil, as it has germicidal properties. Soak the feet for 10 to 15 minutes. Hand and foot lotion: Mix together three tablespoons of rose water, two tablespoons of lemon juice and one teaspoon pure glycerin. Apply on and leave on for half an hour. Cooling foot bath: Add rose water, lemon juice and a splash of eau de cologne in cold water and soak feet in it. Cools, cleans and removes odour. Cooling massage oil: Take 100 ml olive oil and add two drops eucalyptus essential oil, two drops rosemary essential oil and two drops khus OR rose essential oil. Mix together and keep in a tightly closed glass bottle. Take a little of this for foot massage. It cools and protects the skin. Please note that essential oils should be diluted and should never be used by themselves. |
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Caught in the web
The chances of incorrect results on sponsored sites are more than on voluntary sites. The study emphasises on the same as well, "About 20 per cent of the sites of the top 10 results were sponsored. The information may be biased as the site owners sole motive is to promote and sell the product." Madhu Sharma, dietician, PGI strongly suggests that information from Internet should not be blindly followed. "People do take a lot of dieting tips from various websites that promise weight reduction in two weeks time if a certain schedule is adhered to. However, it's vital to consider that metabolic rate differ from person to person." Every website provides with a general information as it's not viable to offer case specific cures. She cites the example of diabetics, "The diet chart of every patient should differ as per the sugar levels. Generalised information and cure can be harmful for health." The situation is a bit serious when it comes to expecting mothers. Websites provide information from daily routine of mothers, diet, and exercise to even day-to-day development of the baby. Dr. Swapna Mishra, Gynecologist, Fortis says, "80 per cent of expecting mothers come to us after reading newsletters that are made and updated usually in the West, hence they are meant for the women of that origin." She adds that average weight of women in India is 55 kilograms and in America it is around 65, which means that the suggested calorie intake does not imply to the women in India. "Diet or exercise mentioned on such websites should not be referred to considering the fact that eating habits of Indian women are different and might not suit their body type." She provides that women should read websites to keep themselves updated on pregnancy but they should not implement the suggestions, as it might not give the desired results due to the difference in climatic conditions. What makes following health websites risky is that there is no proof about the medical qualification of the person who floats it. Dr Parampreet Ghuman, medical officer, ESI, questions, "How would anyone come to know if a website is authentic or the suggestions given would yield the desired results?" She feels that the advice given through the websites could be an opinion of the website owner itself. "It's strange that educated and computer literate people are at a higher risk of harming their health, as they are the only ones who can access information given on such websites." Half knowledge acquired from websites can in fact worsen the problem. As Dr. Harinder Baath orthopedician, Cosmo and Inscol hospital says, "There are hundreds of exercises for a common problem like slip disc but every exercise has a set protocol. An exercise should be followed in a certain condition otherwise both pain and problem can aggravate." So, think twice before referring to a website next time. ashima@tribunemail.com
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There is no need to spend hours on a treadmill to become fit, as the key to a longer life could be as simple as taking a gentle stroll for just half an hour a day. According to experts, a daily walk to the shops can cut the risk of early death by 20 percent. "Our research confirms that it is not just exercising hard that is good for you. Even moderate, everyday activities like walking and cycling can have major health benefits," James Woodcock of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine said. "Just walking to the shops or walking the children to school can lengthen your life - as well as bringing other benefits for well-being and the environment," he added. "It is a very important message to get across, that small amounts of light to moderate activity on a regular basis will have quite large benefits." The study, carried out by researchers at Cambridge University and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, said the maximum health benefits were found in people who hardly did any physical activity. "Large benefits were found in people going from being a couch potato to doing some activity," said Woodcock. Diet and movement specialist Joanna Hall agreed with Woodcock and said: "This research is so encouraging because many people are under the impression that in order to incur health, fitness and weight loss benefits they need to exercise vigorously and this is simply not the case." "The main barriers for people being more physically active are lack of time and the perception that the amount of effort required will be large. This research shows these needn't be a concern," she added. Fitness expert Kathryn Freeland said: "Anything is better than nothing - going for a walk or playing football with the kids. There is no need to join a gym." — IANS
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Although the exact amount is still unknown, the paediatrician suggests a single bottle-feed at night for those mothers who are breastfeeding. The study also reveals that three-to-five month period is the worst time to expose a baby to cow's milk. If not exposed earlier, he suggests waiting until the child is one year old to introduce cow's milk into the diet. The findings are reported in a recent issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. — ANI
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BODY
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What is the difference between appetite and hunger?
What constitutes a healthy
diet? Healthy balanced diets come in various forms. There is no one type of balanced diet, with a fixed amount of fat, carbohydrate and protein, which suits everyone. An elderly person may need a different balance of foods to that of a teenager. Or an obese diabetic may need a different type of balanced diet to that of an underweight athlete, and so on. Also, tastes and digestive preferences vary considerably. Thus a healthy diet may take a variety of different forms with differing proportions of fat, protein and carbohydrate depending on one's health and lifestyle. Focus should be on the nutritional quality of the food. For example, choose less-processed foods over highly processed alternatives like oats over sugary breakfast cereals; whole grain over refined. What is water retention and what are the best ways to reduce
it? Water retention is a condition in which the body retains water, causing swelling and tenderness, especially on the extremities and around the abdomen. As a rule, you should seek medical attention for water retention if it persists for over a week, or if you are extremely uncomfortable. Here are some tips to reduce unnecessary water retention. l
Reduce your sodium intake, (to 1000-3500 mg per day). l
Raise your calcium intake, (to 1200-1350 mg per day). l
Drink plenty of fluids, (8-10 glasses of water per day). l
Eat plenty of diuretic fruit and vegetables. l
Lie down with your legs higher than your head when possible. l
Cut back on dehydrating drinks such as tea, coffee and alcohol. Why does weight loss suddenly
stop? l A weight loss plateau usually occurs within about a month of starting a reduced-calorie diet and may reoccur from time to time thereafter. During such a plateau, weight reduction stops completely or slows down to almost nothing. A plateau may occur because l
Your body simply wants rest to cope with your calorie-reduction; l
Your calorie-intake is in balance with your calorie expenditure; l
You have reduced your calorie-intake. If your calorie-intake is too low, your body thinks there is a famine and slows down your metabolism in order to conserve calories. How can you overcome a weight loss
plateau? l Raise your metabolism by increasing your activity level. This boosts your metabolic rate and you usually re-start losing weight. For example, if you exercise for 20 minutes each day, increase this to 25-30 minutes and weight loss should resume. If you are already exercising quite hard, try varying your workout routine. For example, if you do 20 minutes cardio and 30 minutes strength-training, switch them around. l
Avoid going too long without food. Going without food for long periods can also trigger a weight loss plateau. Ideally eat something (e.g. piece of fruit) every 3- 4 hours. This reassures your body that food is plentiful and facilitates calorie-burning. l
Try calorie cycling. Calorie cycling is the process of varying daily calorie intake, while maintaining the same weekly intake. Instead of consuming (for example) precisely 1800 calories each day, you can mix it up. This can be as simple as halving then doubling a portion size. l
Try to be patient. Your weight loss plateau will disappear. It usually takes anything between 1-4 weeks. kalrasachin@hotmail.com |
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Mind over matter
Dr Cheema, Hypnotherapist explains, "Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness, where the mind is completely alert but chooses not to react." She said, "We use hypnosis in the treatment of certain ailments. All our experiences of this life as well as our past lives are recorded in our sub-conscious mind. The suppressed negative emotions, including guilt and anger, manifest themselves as diseases. Under hypnosis, we use positive suggestions to guide the subconscious to 'undo' the ailment it created." Hypnotherapy can help with boosting one's confidence, making one more enthusiastic, improving one's time and relationship management skills, she added. The one significant advantage that hypnotherapy has over other therapies is it's almost startling speed of cure. The therapeutic effects of 10 years of meditation can be achieved in just two sessions of hypnotherapy. Dangers associated with hypnotherapy
Most people assume that during hypnosis, they will be under the control of the therapist and that a sudden confrontation with blissfully forgotten emotions of guilt and pain will adversely affect their current lives. D Cheema, hypnotherapist assures, "When a person is in the state of hypnosis, he/she is completely awake and alert. He/she knows exactly what is happening at all times. If the patient does not want to reveal something, he/she simply won't." She further explains, "Knowing the cause of your illness by itself causes healing. The therapist then helps the patient forgive himself and others." The treatment generally begins with counselling sessions, wherein the course of treatment and the results sought are mutually worked out between the patient and the therapist. anujaj@tribunemail.com |
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"We have a dedicated wine rack for unique display. Customised steel wine pourers stuck on the wall wherein wine bottles are placed. Bamboo shelves are another creative additions in the bar layout," adds Chef Raman. The Lobby does 'cute' thing with used liquor bottles. "A used bottled is displayed with a tag that has a signature of the person who ordered the bottle," he adds. 
If you thought popularity of a restaurant or lounge depends on diversified menu, fine ambience, then hear it from Ankit Gupta, director Himani's Vertigo Lounge-35. "A small bar made in the corner of a hotel is an old story. These days hotels have designated special areas for bar counter, which add to the popularity factor of the place. Vertigo Lounge has a bar in the form of an island, which is why the name Island Bar. "We have given a prominent display to the bar, with fancy glassware and some paintings so that this space stands out, puts in Ankit, who designed the bar such that liquor could be served from our four corners. 
We are lacking in literary agents…I receive a lot of manuscripts also, but it's important that you make a synopsis of your work before handing it out to publisher. It's not possible to read all manuscripts." That's Neeta Gupta, translator, publisher, editor, on the contemporary publishing scene. She perhaps, gets asked the same questions everywhere else. What does she have to say on the first time authors in the literary industry? "I think the first time writers need to take their job very seriously; they have to have something solid to break, there must be an endeavour to break traditional mould and barriers." It's almost inevitable to talk of the contemporary publishing scene and not bring in chic lit. "Publishers make a lot of money selling chic lit, so good for those who are doing it. As long you are subsidising something that's worth publishing but wouldn't have made a lot of money."
Hollywood actor Will Smith has been signed to play the titular role in upcoming movie The Legend of Cain.The 41-year-old star will play the lead role in the movie based on the Biblical story of brothers Cain and Abel.
Worried about bad hair days? Now here's your hair care solution. Vega, India's beauty accessories brand, introduces its new collection of hair brushes for both men and women. Sleek, versatile and durable, these brushes are ideal for grooming, straightening and smoothening hair. This collection of sophisticated hair brushes includes the flat brush, the round brush, the cushion brush and the paddle brush that keep your hair well groomed and perfectly styled all day long.
Visitors of Sector 17 Plaza were treated to a meaningful entertainment during the six day theatre festival organised by the City Entertainment Network and UT Cultural Affairs Department. The concluding drama Mission Impossible proved to be hard-hitting satire and a didactic sermon for all to preserve the essential commodities like water, the elixir of life as also the upkeep of the environment. The playwright Manbhavan stressed on misuse of essential commodities, taking a dispute on water issue.
It is on times like this we realise why it's always maintained that technology has its share of pros and cons. The positive in this particular case comprise of taking basic information from the Internet about how to keep fit and avoid lifestyle disorders. The negative includes over-dependency on the Internet, when we even begin to follow it for cure and treatment as well. Probably the same reason prompted Madhav A Karunakar, orthopedic surgeon at the Carolinas Medical Centre in US to conduct this study. "More and more patients are presenting physicians with print outs of information downloaded from the Internet. Physicians should discuss information with patients to ensure avoidance of misinterpretation," the study suggests.
Mothers who feed their babies cow's milk in the first 15 days of life may be protecting their children from dangerous allergies later on, says a new study. "Women who regularly (daily) introduced their babies to cow milk protein early, before 15 days of life, almost completely eliminated the incidence of allergy to cow milk protein in their babies," says Prof. Yitzhak Katz of Tel Aviv University's Department of Pediatrics, Sackler Faculty of Medicine. Babies on a cow milk diet for 15 days were almost completely protected from developing Cows Milk Protein Allergy (CMA). CMA can cause rashes, respiratory problems, shock and even death.
Hunger is a physical need while appetite is a habit. Hunger refers to a physical discomfort caused by the lack of food. One common sign is a rumbling stomach. This rumbling can be accompanied by a feeling of light headedness and weakness. And it only occurs after an extended period of not eating. Appetite is more like a desire or craving for food. It may be prompted by the sight or smell of food, which in turn stimulates our appetite. Also, many of us are emotional eaters and eat in response to sadness, anger, anxiety, boredom or even happiness. This type of emotional stimulus can be a very powerful cue to eat and often to overeat.
The mind, as we all know, is very powerful. Apart from aiding our daily activities, it also facilitates a self-healing technique - hypnotherapy. This alternative healing therapy is complementary in nature and provides relief from a plethora of ailments, ranging from migraines to emotional problems, said Dr LK Cheema trained master hypnotist from California Hypnosis Institute and associated with Cheema Medical Complex, Mohali.