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BlogchatterA2Zchallenge, Drinks and Beverages, Health, Healthy Recipes, Lifestyle, Ultimatebloggingchallenge

Fenugreek, From seeds to seeds…

Fenugreek or methi as we know it in our part of the world, is one of my favourite kitchen ingredient. It is a herb with an impressive list of health benefits. The leaves can be eaten as vegetables. The seeds can be used in cooking, in pickles and in so many other ways. It is […]

BlogchatterA2Zchallenge, Health, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Ultimatebloggingchallenge

Elephant in the Room

I was diagnosed with high blood pressure in my mid 20’s. In the early days,before it was diagnosed, it was a very scary phase of my life. I would have sudden bouts of palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness panic attackd and what not. At that point of time stress was at an all time high […]

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DIY Magical Face packs

I was like all other teenage girls with very low self-esteem regarding my hair and my skin in my growing up period. I hated moisturisers and oils with a vengeance. So no wonder throughout my troubled teens I went through the trauma of pigmentation, acne, rough skin, unruly frizzy hair and all the other wonderful […]

Lifestyle, Skincare

Review of Clinique Moisture Surge and Freshly pressed Vitamin C

I have been plagued with very sensitive, combination to oily skin from my teenage years. It was nearly impossible for me to try out different skin care products as if I did so, invariably my face will be covered with small rashes or a severe breakout of acne. Then I discovered Clinique Moisture surge!What is […]

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Baranti, a picturesque weekend getaway near Kolkata

Inspite of a strong urge for a weekend trip since the last Christmas-New year week, we somehow couldn’t manage to chalk out a plan due to immense work pressure. Adding to it are the limited weekend destinations in and around Kolkata. At last, we managed to plan a short trip on my birthday weekend. Out […]

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Almonds: The ‘nut’ i am Crazy about!

Almonds are a favourite snack in our house just second to walnut in popularity. I love to use them in my baked goodies , shakes, smoothies or simple as a mid-morning snack. The Goodness of Almonds Almonds  are the quintessential  superfood. They are a powerhouse of nutrients having  a multitude of health benefits together with […]