Indian-American boy in fray for $100,000 ‘Child Genius’ prize
WASHINGTON: An Indian-American boy, with his terrific memory skills and mathematical abilities, is all set to lock horns with two other finalists in the second season of Lifetime Television’s competition “Child Genius: Battle of the Brightest”, a media report said. Nine-year-old Arnav Krishna from New York stands a chance to win a whopping $100,000 college […]
2nd Annual “University of Houston Day” at India House
HOUSTON: On Wednesday, February 17, as the sun was setting down, India House started buzzing with dozens of enthusiastic youngsters, most of them with parents or other family members, to attend this very important day to figure out how to navigate towards their future career. Together, India House and University of Houston, under the leadership […]
IIT entrance tests to go international
MUMBAI: To get more foreign students on campus, the premier IITs are planning to hold entrance tests for admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate courses abroad. From next year, entrance tests is likely to be conducted in eight other countries for foreign nationals, the ministry of human resources and development has decided in a recent meeting, […]
Kids Health: Bedwetting – Natural Home Remedies for Bedwetting
REMEDIES FOR BEDWETTING Bed-wetting is common in children below 6 years of age It can be an embarrassing condition for the child CAUSES Immature nervous system Small bladder Genetic factors Kidney failure Anaemia Epilepsy Urinary Tract Infection Constipation Stress SIMPLE TECHNIQUES Natural home remedy using Indian gooseberries, turmeric powder and honey Crush 2 Indian gooseberries […]
Acid Reflux Diet | Alkaline Foods & Healthy Recipes
Acid Reflux Acid reflux or Heartburn refers to the burning sensation caused in the chest due to excessive acid build up. When the valve between the stomach and the food pipe is unable to close properly, it results in the stomach acids moving up, causing acid reflux CAUSES Valve between the stomach and & the […]
How the Zika virus spread around the world
The World Health Organisation has called an emergency meeting to address the spread of the mysterious Zika virus, as health experts warned the outbreak is ballooning at an “extremely alarming” rate. The disease has been linked with a birth defect known as microcephaly, which sees children born with abnormally small brains, as well as a […]
Texas Oncology Cancer Prevention Series Adding Life to Your Years
By Dr. Meghana Bhandari A concept in the field of oncology that is getting more attention recently is survivorship. A diagnosis of cancer is often an overwhelming and life-changing circumstance. The entire focus of the patient and their loved ones is on the treatment. However, once the treatment is finished, what happens next? As oncologists, […]
Five New Year’s Resolutions for Your Child’s Academic Success
A new year offers a fresh start, making it the perfect time for children to focus on forming new habits that will help bring them success in their future. With that, January is the perfect opportunity for you and your child to discuss areas where there’s room for improvement. Below are some ideas to promote […]
Unique Homemade Cream To Get Rid of Scars Completely Within 2 Weeks
Depending on their depth, scars can be a serious cosmetic issue, although they are generally pain-free. There are many creams on the market that promise to reduce the appearance of scars. These, however, are full of chemicals that can have negative effects on your skin. Plus, they can be quite costly. If you want to […]
This herb could cure 5 different types of Cancer
Native to Africa and Asia, moringa tree is abundant in nutrients. In fact, each part of the tree, including the pods, fruits, flowers, roots and bark are edible and people in South India commonly use them as part of their delicacies because of their distinctive taste. The edible oil produced by Moringa seeds, also […]
These are the countries where it’s most expensive to go to university
With the Ucas deadline closing at 6pm on Friday, sixth formers up and down the country will be putting the final touches on their university applications, if they haven’t submitted already. If they didn’t already know, they are in all likelihood applying to study in the most expensive country in the world for higher education, […]
Drink This First Thing In The Morning To Accelerate Your Metabolism And JUMPSTART Weight Loss!
Water is the most important nutrient that your overall health depends on. However, the temperature of drinking water matters as well. Lately, there’s been a lot of debate as to what is the proper temperature at which water should be drunk. Although there is a common routine of drinking water at room temperature or colder, […]
Sankara Eye Foundation’s Successful Fundraising Campaign
Sankara Eye Foundation marks a successful year end fundraising campaign for hospitals in Hyderabad and Indore and surpasses the anonymous matching challenge!! Sankara Eye Foundation, USA (SEF, USA), a non-profit organization established in the Bay Area, has been working for the past fifteen years with Sankara Eye Foundation, India (SEF, India) to eradicate curable blindness […]
Texas Oncology Cancer Prevention Series: Colonoscopy: It’s Worth It!
By Dr. Dhatri Kodali We often hear that American medicine is more focused on treatment rather than prevention. That may be a fair criticism at times but one important factor in prevention is patient participation. This month’s article discusses very effective cancer prevention and screening tool that, unfortunately, is one of the least utilized: colonoscopy. […]
Kids Health: Allergies – Natural Home Remedies for Allergies
An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system reacts abnormally to certain stimuli Reactions to allergens vary from child to child SYMPTOMS Runny nose Chest congestion Click here for more…
Simple breathing exercises to reduce your anxiety TNN | Dec 24, 2015, 11.34 AM IST
When one goes through anxiety, the body undergoes a sea change. And experts say that one of the best ways to overcome high levels of anxiety is to do breathing exercises, which help produce endorphins to help you calm down. However, it is also important to know the correct techniques when it comes to breathing […]
How to Incorporate Learning into the Holiday Season
Once the holidays roll around, it is easy for children to have a more relaxed attitude toward their studies. Backpacks may be stuffed away in the closet filled with folders and books that won’t get touched – proving that learning simply loses its coveted spot as your student’s priority once break begins. However, there are […]
Drink This Every Night and Say Goodbye to Belly Fat!
Apple cider vinegar contains acids and catalysts which stimulate the fat-burning process and curb food cravings. Moreover, it improves digestion and reduces blood sugar levels which leads to decreased secretion of insulin. This results in weight reduction. Did You Know? The health benefits of apple cider vinegar were first mentioned by the ancient Babylonians over […]
9 Indian spices you should use in your cooking
For those who are giving their fiery Indian curries a miss for salads, here’s something to consider -aside from giving food it’s heady , exotic flavours, desi spices have a bunch of healthy tricks up their sleeves. Turmeric for instance, has gained popularity over the ages in Indian and Chinese medicine for its anti-oxidant and […]
Top 15 types of doctors you should know
Have you come across a situation where you are staring hard at a doctor’s board to decipher what are the specialties? Dr. K.M. Sunesara – General Physician from Mumbai tries to simplify your doctor’s specialties for you. A cardiologist is certified specialist to treat problems related to heart and blood vessels. There can be interventional […]
