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INSIDE Page 2 300 Clay Idols of Ganesha Moulded Garbage Mess – When will the Residents Learn?

Page 3 ‘Koti Vruksha Abhiyan’, an Ecological Conservation Program Completed

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Skin Care Resolutions Calcium Deficiency – Causes, Symptoms And Treatment

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Health Camp Conducted by Navajeevana Sanghatane

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Narayana Nethralaya offered free eye surgery to as many as 12 patients at their Bommasandra Hospital, providing free vehicle services, food and stay for the patients

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lame it on anything, but the diseases and ailments are forever and never away from us. One or the other problem crops up and medical attention is necessary and more frequently nowadays, which is an annoying factor. And, this attention is given at what cost? A whopping one at that!

Few of those who can afford get the medical help by spending, but what is the fate of those who cannot afford, despite having government hospitals?

Organisations like Navajeevana Sanghatane fulfill this by conducting free health camps and medical checks to those who can avail of this free of cost. It is not only for the below poverty line people, but the middle class also avail of this facility.

On August 6, Sunday, the Sanghatane, in association with Narayana Nethralaya, Bommasandra and Oxford

Medical College and Hospital, organized a health camp free of cost for Eye check up, common general ailments checked by Physicians including Blood Pressure and ECG, Skin related problems, Pediatric treatment, ENT examination, Dental

check up and distribution of free medicines to the needy. The health camp was held at Newton Public English School, 1st Cross, Mangammanapalya, Bommanahalli main road.

Doctors from both the hospitals took part and gave the necessary reports,

recommendations and prescriptions.

The camp was held between 7am and 2 pm. Around 800 people attended the camp, of which 150 patients were given spectacles free of cost.

On the same day, Narayana Nethralaya offered free eye surgery to as many as 12 patients at their Bommasandra Hospital, providing free vehicle services, food and stay for the patients. On the occasion, some also volunteered to be eye donors.

This activity was made possible by Devaraj Nayak, Narayana Nethralaya and Venu P Reddy, Oxford Medical College and Hospital.

Navajivana Sanghatane is a service oriented organization with emphasis on health for women and

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300 Clay Idols of Ganesha Moulded

SR Citizen Forum’s volunteers were in full demand the week prior to Ganesha Chathurthi festival. The team, after successfully completing their task of making Ganesha Idols made of clay in HSR sector 1, 3 and 7 parks also went to Purva Fairmont apartment in HSR and taught the residents and people assembled, the method of making one such Idol to perform the Ganesha rituals in an eco friendly manner.

This Forum is always in demand as usual. Its tireless social work, never minding the nature of work (even if has to be among the rags in a black spot) has been recognized by not only the residents of HSR, but many other areas surrounding it. That is the stature of Dr. Shanthi Tummala, who leads the team in the right earnest.

The volunteers have never felt the load of work as a burden. On the

contrary, they have always been in the forefront so far as social work is concerned. Hence, their demand has increased multifold.

This year, the team has also made clay Ganesha for a corporate office, 3M situated in Electronics city. This

speaks of the interest of the commercial sector too in this forum to entrust any such responsibility to promote ecological conservation.

At Purva Fairmont, around 300 people gathered and as many as 220 residents willfully started making the

Idols out of Clay, ensuring at least 300 people celebrated Ganesha in a eco friendly way. The rain too could not deter the interest with which they started on their work on hand by moving indoors and continuing the work, even though it was for the first time for many of them. The kids and the parents were united in this effort. This was a pleasant sight.

Every Ganesha Idol was unique.

HSR Citizen Forum does not use disposables in any of their events and neither in this. All the participants were ready with their own plates.

The RWAs of Sector 1, Sector 3 and Sector 7 supported the activity and spread the message of eco friendly festivals.

Ever enthusiastic team of volunteers who helped in transformation of a

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lump of clay to Lord Ganesha included Shanthi Tummala, Jayanthi Srikant, Chitra Praneeth, Divya Ramachandra, Divya Venkatesh, Rekha Pradeep, Sharat Jyotsna, Krupa Seetharam, Arathi, M Sunil Reddy, Rajani and Padmashree.

Garbage Mess – When will the An Ex Service man Felicitated on Independence Day

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Residents Learn?

he adjoining photograph (taken on August 19) speaks volumes of the irresponsibility on the part of many residents of HSR layout, who have carelessly dumped garbage (mixed waste), right inside the BDA complex.

This spot earlier was declared a ‘Black spot’ and many service oriented residents cleared the debris and got rid of the entire mess and painted the wall to give an appearance to the space which was filthy. The spot was painted by a couple of foreigners too

along with the locals.

Garden City Plus had reported the clean up with the participants’ contribution. When so much of awareness campaigns and programmes have been conducted along with huge media coverage on the garbage issue and the RWAs taking it up on them to clear the mess along with many individuals, it is but the responsibility of the residents to contribute in a positive manner to take it forward.

Instead, the result of the hardships faced by the citizens, associations and the authorities concerned has gone down the drain. It is of no avail.

This speaks ill of the residents who

are responsible for this mess again.

They should be punished without any mercy. What for are the initiatives taken? For whom are they being implemented? Who are the ultimate beneficiaries? Plenty of such queries can be raised, which will all lead to one simple answer – it is all for a good environment for the same people to live a healthy life without much pollution.

But these residents do not to realize this and care a damn for, this unruly behaviour will not only lead them to a messier life but also carry along with them others who are sincere in having their responsibilities clear and top in the priority.

Disrespecting the directions and being wayward and not attempting to have a ‘Swaccha Bharath’ only makes the point more clear that they should not raise any issues against the government or its agencies when they are in the troubled waters. What right do these people have? When they the ones who are responsible in wasting the efforts, time, energy and money of many residents, associations and agencies for all their work towards a ‘Cleaner Atmosphere’, then what is use of implementing so many activities towards cleansing the areas?

When will the residents learn? Will they really learn at all?

Maybe, they feel that ‘to err is Human’, so they are free to dump waste as they please.

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he Indian Independence Day means a lot to every citizen of India.

The Day is always attributed to daring individuals who are popular for their single handed approach in attaining it. One of them is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, who was responsible for the formation of the Army.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Katte Balaga celebrated the Indian Independence Day and also their First Anniversary on August the many sacrifices made by leaders and patriots who unified in attaining one single goal – Chase the British – and gain Independence for a free India.

There have been mass sacrifices and also many 15, by honouring an ex serviceman, which was apt on the occasion.

Mrs. Prabhavathi Ramesh, Corporator, Puttenahalli ward, hoisted the flag along with all the residents and kids

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of AR Layout. She was felicitated for all the support given by her to the residents of A R Layout in addressing their concerns and resolving many issues in the area.

Mr. Prakash, an ex serviceman, staying in Saptagiri Nivasa apartment was honoured on the occasion.

The association also released a T Shirt as part of their First Anniversary celebrations.

The kids were the enthusiastic lot by performing dances, singing songs both light and patriotic and rendering speeches on Freedom Fighters and kept the gathering in full attention.

A Cyclethon was also organized as a part of the programme.

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children and public in general. It renders services on issues related to Basic social welfare, conducts workshops and training on handicrafts, provides information on subsidy loans, arranges shelter for poor children, counsels women for shelter, helps handicapped persons and provides solutions on crisis management.

This health camp was possible by the efforts of Haseena, Shaheena, Shivagami, Munirathna, Chandrakala, Prema, Lokesh, Ashok, Satya Prema, Shobha, Nandini, Vasantha, Meghana and Tara Banu, all belonging to the Organisation.

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‘Koti Vruksha Abhiyan’, an Ecological Conservation Program Completed

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he Samartha Bharata organised statewide ‘Koti Vruksha Abhiyan-2017’ concluded successfully.

The programme commenced on June 5, 2017, in an attempt to conserve ecology for a better living for tomorrow.

Garden City Plus had reported

exhaustively on this activity then.

On August 15, the Indian Independence Day, more than 250 saplings were plantedthrough a CSR programme at the NDRI campus, Bangalore.

Social leader Mr. N Thippeswamy commenced the activity by planting a sapling for others to follow and complete planting the remaining

Trees too Celebrated Independence Day

saplings. He addressed the research students, staff and Schneider employees who had gathered there. He showered praise on the mammoth effort by team of Samartha Bharatha for the initiative on road to ecological conservation, as this is by no means an easy effort and target.

NDRI aims to make their 100 acre

land in the campus as a forest through ‘Green India Initiative’ in association with Samartha Bharata. So far, 2000 saplings have been planted. Dr Ramesh, Director of NDRI and Mr. Jayaprakash, Director of Schneider are personally overseeing the activity.

Organising an activity of this size is an achievement for the sake of the society.

This will be a beginning for a Global balance for a healthy living of people in the State of Karnataka. The team has successfully completed planting 1 crore saplings throughout the State.

The team offered floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi statue on this occasion.

Around 400 organisations, thousands of volunteers participated in the mega campaign on ecological conservation.

In the days of people fighting for their rights on privacy, to be free, some people have joined together to free trees from unscrupulous humans who stapled and inject pain to the trees and paste all kinds of stickers, bills and posters. Discussion Class Association has liberated around 50 trees which were targeted by these miscreants who had subjected the trees to undergo pain and suffering on Outer Ring Road, J P Nagar, on August 15, the Indian Independence Day. The association embarked on the activity realizing that it is high time that the trees also enjoy their freedom and right in having their way of life without being endangered. After all, they are also living beings who breathe and bleed when cut. In fact, they are the main source for humans to live and breathe easily. The team, later distributed sweets to street vendors on the road celebrating the Independence Day.Kudos, to the Discussion Class Association team for their effort in releasing the trees from the bondage!

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5th Edition of HSR 10K Freedom Run Brings Africans

he 5th Edition of the HSR 10K Freedom Run organised by Kaagaz Foundation that was scheduled to be held on August 15, 2017, was postponed due to heavy rains and was held on August 20, 2017.

This year the Run had two important objectives including awareness and campaign for Greener and Safer Bengaluru. Kaagaz Foundation firmly believes that greater citizen participation will force necessary attention on the set objectives, and would result in getting the relevant authorities to take affirmative action for a Better Bengaluru.

Kavitha Reddy, Trustee, Kaagaz Foundation said “HSR 10K Freedom Run is dedicated to campaign for a cause, the 1st Edition was to Save Agara Lake and since then we have taken up two causes each year and have worked for the cause to make a positive impact. This year the cause is Greener and Safer Bengaluru. Along with our various Environmental initiatives we will be conducting Safety workshops for Children and Women to create awareness and work

with the Government to strengthen laws and implementation of the policies”. On the occasion of Independence Day and the 5th Edition of HSR 10K Freedom Run by Kaagaz Foundation, five Heroes of the Neighbourhood who have shown a relentless dedication for the betterment of the locality where honoured. Mr. Anis Padela & Team of KHHSP – RWA, the Right For Road Team, Mr. Anil Benni, Dr. Sunil Kumar Hebbi and Ms. Arathi Aleya.

The Run was flagged off by Ms. Sunanda V Reddy, President, Mythri Mahila Koota at 6.30am. Due to the rescheduled date, only 300+ of the 600+ Runners made it to the start point. The Run also had Runners from

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Closing the loop in email trails

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o m e years ago, a friend of mine wrote an article on ‘the Culture of no response’.

Lalitha Murthy The article mentioned among other things, how Indians don’t respond to emails. Sometimes it is because they don’t wish to disagree/ say ‘no’.

However, my experience has been otherwise. Many Indians do not acknowledge any message sent.

(Unless it is an automated message).

I sometimes feel that it might be because they do not know how. But, when you don’t receive de a response, you are left wondering if your message has reached the person concerned. Very often a simple ‘thanks’ will do. “Thanks, I got it!” or Thank you very much; I really appreciate your quick response , are perfectly appropriate.

However, what about those instances when ‘Thanks’ is not sufficient or appropriate? Let me give you some instances. You inform your boss that you are going on leave. Obviously, he cannot say ‘thanks’! It is more likely to be a blunt ók’! Is there a better way of saying this? You could probably add,

‘Have a great holiday’ or something which is suitable for the occasion.

You have sent some data which is incorrect. Your colleague replies your email stating that this is not what he wanted. You send him the correct data. He replies, ‘Thanks!’ Does this means anything else like ‘at last!’

Adding an exclamation mark makes you wonder if the message means something else.

I had sent an article to a magazine.

The editor replied asking for a picture.

When I sent it to her she replied;’ this is perfect!’ Much better than saying just ‘Thanks’! You needed some data from a team member who hasn’t responded. He does so only after escalating the issue. How do you close the mail trail? What you probably want to say is ‘at last!’. However, you cannot do this. You could probably send a message to the complete team stating that the issue is resolved and thank all concerned.

Closing the loop is an important aspect of email writing. Every email you receive deserves a response.

Some of the phrases we can use are Thanks, Thanks for your quick response, this is perfect etc.

And more formally, I appreciate your immediate/ quick response…

I am sure that there are many more…

Africa for the first time. 10K Women’s Winners with Time 1st Place - Neera Katwal 45:36.675 2nd Place - Parul Yadav 51:09.611 3rd Place - Vandana Arora 52:16.110 10K Men’s Winners with Time 1st Place - Michael Biwott 32:35.445 2nd Place - Santosh Shet 36:49.747 3rd Place - Deepu T M 39:03.115 The event was extremely environment friendly; coffee and tea was served in the earthen pots to reduce waste, in all the editions water was served in re-usable cups keeping in mind the environmental aspect.

Jigna Modh, Trustee, Kaagaz Foundation said, “We have been doing many Runs to create awareness on various issues. HSR 10K Freedom Run is our prime event, and have always ensured that all our events are Eco-friendly, we do not mind spending more to keep all our events Eco-friendly”.

The Run time and e-Certificates were awarded to the finishers after the event. Those Runners who could not make it have an option to run in the next race that is scheduled on November, 1, 2017!

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Underprivileged Nomad Children Transformed by Attending School

t is the impact that one makes to transform the other. More so, in education small children aged between 5 and 13 years!

Around 75 children from Begur and Vishwapriya layout have been enrolled to take up schooling instead of loitering and wasting their time and ultimately becoming nomads and nothing else, leave alone being successful in life.

‘Vonisha Service Foundation’ has just taken up this challenge and is seeing success in less time with more children enrolling in the fold and a few willing to contribute in any which way they can. Leading the organization is Ms. R Venkateswari, who has around 12 years of teaching experience including being a teacher in Zee School.

She is going to the slums of Begur and Vishwa Priya layout to garner the number of children to enlist them to a school and educate them instead of them whiling away their time here and there. Many of them are children of labourers, rag pickers and domestic workers.

Many migrants from various parts of Karnataka have taken shelter in Bangalore as their homes now, leaving their natives for greener

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pastures due to poverty. They take up works as labourers, rag pickers or domestic help to make a living here and are unaccustomed to sending children to school.

Initially, when Ms. Venkateswari approached them to obtain their nod or permission to send their children to educate them, she had to face stiff resistance which she overcame in the due course.

Since four months, after starting this Foundation, she has been able to convince them to send their wards to school for them to study.

She takes classes to these children as per their age and would accommodate them after one year to the respec-

tive classes of educating and holding tuitions after the school hours too to catch up with academics. The children get breakfast at school and are very proud that they too are attending a school with uniforms, which they are wearing for the first time in their lives.

Now, it is observed that the children have all shown signs of transformation and are in the process of becoming good citizens of India and educated personalities. Earlier, they were nothing but children gone astray.

She regularly conducts community meetings which makes her feel that positive signs are shown by them.

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Skin Care Resolutions

Dr. Amee Daxini MD DNB

It not only at the beginning of the year that resolutions can be made.

You can start even now, reflect on the changes you want (or need) to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. Does your resolution include “taking care of your skin” Some tips to begin with….

Assess your skin type: Its best to know your skin first before you choose products. Normal, Oily, Combination, Dry and sensitive are the common types.

For oily to combination skin, water based products and gels are most suitable. For normal to dry choose oil based cosmetics and creams.

Follow a skin care routine religiously: Cleansing, moisturizing and sunscreen are as necessary as comb-

ing ones hair before leaving for the day. At night a mild night cream or topical antioxidant can work wonders.

Periodic exfoliation in the form of peels or microdermabrasion can keep your skin looking glowing and blemish free.

Keep that unwanted hair away: Excess Facial and body hair can make you self conscious. Deal with this permanently with Laser Hair Reduction than the cumbersome and repetitive waxing, threading and bleaching.

Tame your tongue: A minor modification in your diet can go a long way inhelping you get healthy skin.

Include 4-5 almonds at breakfast. A yellow/orange or red colored fruit or vegetable in lunch or dinner can act as an internal sunscreen. Though not very appetizing, they for sure make you glow!

Keep your eyes cool: Eyes are such an important part of how we look!! Tired eyes only add on some years to our appearance. Regular eye exercises and draining of the fluid that collects under the eye is very essential.

Vitamin A rich food like carrots and papaya do help along with regular moisturization of the under-eye area.

So, know that New Years isn’t the only time for us to make resolutions and make goals to better ourselves. Setting short-term goals, should be a part of our daily lives. Happy Skin Care

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sustained campaign to promote Eco-Friendly events, and this workshop was another step towards creating awareness among young minds about importance of Lakes & Environment and to take positive steps to make a difference.

Over 70 families came to the event and children along with their parents made Ganesha Idols using 1kg of Clay that was sourced by B.PAC. Artists from Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Chetana and Shilpa helped the people who attended the workshop to make attractive Ganesha Idols to be taken home by them for performing Pooja or the Rituals.

Members of Mythri Mahila Koota also enthusiastically participated in the event that also saw many visitors who had come to see the workshop.

They supported and appreciated the efforts to make a difference!

HaSiRu Mithra in association with B.PAC had organised a Clay Ganesha making Workshop 'Clay Ganapa in every Home' on August 20, from 10am to 12noon at BBMP Grounds, HSR Layout.

The objective of the workshop was to create awareness about Eco-Friendly Ganesha Festival and stop usage of PoP Ganeshas which are polluting our Lakes and Environment.

HaSiRu Mithra members Lalithamba, Kamesh, Kavitha Reddy added that their group has been involved in a

Calcium Deficiency – Causes, Symptoms And Treatment

If there is one thing in human body that almost every tissue and organ uses then calcium has to be it. Unfortunately, if you’re one of those who avert at the very thought of dairy products, think again! You may be putting yourself at a higher risk of calcium deficiency. Calcium is the most abundant mineral found in the human body and performs several important functions simultaneously.

More than 99% of the body’s calcium is found in our teeth and bones; and the remaining 1% is found in the blood, muscles and the fluid within our cells.

Why Is Calcium Important?

As the top macro mineral in the bones, calcium plays an important role in building strong bones. It is not only a primary structural constituent of the skeleton but is also widely distributed in the soft tissue. There calcium is involved in neuromuscular, enzymatic, hormonal and even other metabolic activities.

Calcium deficiency is a condition resulting from inadequate amounts of calcium in the body. It often occurs due to consumption of inadequate levels of calcium in the diet over an extended period of time. Deficiency of vitamin D, phosphorus and magnesium, all of which help in calcium absorption, can also cause dietary calcium deficiency.

There are generally two types of calcium deficiencies namely • Dietary Calcium Deficiency: This condition is caused due to inadequate calcium intake, which often leads to depleted calcium stores in the bones, thinning and weakening of the bones and osteoporosis.

• Hypocalcemia: This condition is characterized by low level of calcium in the blood. It often occurs as a side effect of medications, such as diuretics, medical treatments for diseases like renal failure or hyparathyroidism.

Hypocalcemia is not caused due to insufficient amount of calcium in your diet. This is because in case of such deficiency, the body will pull calcium from the bones to maintain normal blood calcium levels to perform vital body functions of the nerves, muscles, brain and heart. This ongoing calcium deficiency can eventually lead to thinning of bones and osteoporosis when the calcium stores in the bones are not replaced.

1. Inadequate Consumption of Calcium: The most important cause of dietary calcium deficiency is failure to consume optimum amounts of calcium in your daily diet. Due to low levels of calcium in your blood, your body is forced to pull the required

calcium from your bones to perform the vital functions. These calcium levels need to be restored to return calcium for the building of bones.

When you do not consume the recommended amounts of calcium, it results in the depletion of calcium stores in blood and consequently thinning of bones.

2. Deficiency of Vitamin D, Phosphorus And Magnesium: Nutrients like vitamin D, magnesium and phosphorus enhance calcium absorption and so deficiency of these can also lead to dietary calcium deficiency. Milk and other enriched products are rich in vitamin D, phosphorus and magnesium. Vitamin D is also produced by your skin on exposure to sunlight.

3. Menopause: Menopause causes a decrease in estrogen levels. Estrogen helps to maintain calcium within bones. After menopause there is a fall in estrogen levels and a consequent increase in bone break down and absorption of calcium into bone.

4. Age: As we age, our body becomes less efficient in absorbing calcium from foods. Therefore, elderly people require greater amounts of calcium.

Symptoms Of Calcium Deficiency: Calcium deficiency symptoms are not

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visible during the early stage. But as the condition progresses, the following are the signs of calcium deficiency.

1. Muscle Cramps: Muscle cramps are an initial symptom of calcium deficiency. Muscle ache occurs in the thighs, arms and underarms while moving and walking around. These types of cramps mostly occur at night.

2. Dry Skin and Brittle Nails: Calcium deficiency is visible in your skin and nails. Lack of calcium makes your skin dry and your nails weak and brittle. Our bones and nails are greatly affected by calcium deficiency.

3. Late Puberty and PMS Symptoms: Late sign of puberty in adolescent females is also a symptom of calcium deficiency. They may also experience other menstrual problems such as cramping or a change in menstrual flow.

4. Tooth Decay: Calcium is an important constituent of our teeth and its deficiency affects the teeth as well. Your teeth may start turning yellow due to lack of calcium.

Tooth decay is another symptom of calcium deficiency.

Calcium deficiency in childhood can lead to delay in tooth formation.

5. Frequent Fractures and Bone Breakage: As stated earlier, calcium is needed to

build bones and make them stronger.

Lack of calcium can weaken your bones, thus causing frequent fractures and breakage. So if you experience several small bone fractures or full bone breakages, you need to evaluate the amount of calcium in your diet as this is a severe symptom.

6. Insomnia: People who do not consume enough calcium in their diet suffer from loss of sleep. In certain cases they may fall asleep due to deficiency, but fail to have a satisfactory and deep sleep.

1. Dietary Changes: Initial stages of calcium deficiency can be treated by increasing the intake of foods rich in calcium. You should also consume foods rich in vitamin D to enhance the absorption of calcium.

However, foods that are high in vitamin D and calcium can also be high in saturated fat and trans-fat. It is advisable to choose low fat and fat free options to minimize other risks like high cholesterol and heart disease.

3. Injections: If diet changes and supplements do not yield the desired results, your physician may regulate your calcium levels by giving you regular calcium injections. Now that you’re familiar with the causes, symptoms and ways of treating calcium deficiency, make sure you’re always fit.

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Smartphone makers are under govt lens A Chinese company named Shanghai AdUps has been sending massive data about phones and users to servers in China. The recent directive of the government to smartphone companies, a majority of them from China, to share the security architecture they followed while making devices came after a few international reports cited instances of data theft by Chinese firms. According to government sources, it became a matter of concern when a US-based security firm, Kryptowire, reported in November last year that a Chinese company named Shanghai AdUps has been sending massive data about phones and users to servers in China.

AdUps runs software updates and comes pre-installed in many devices sourced from China.

According to the report, AdUps was sending data including phone number, location data, content of text messages, contact lists, call history with full telephone numbers, unique device identifiers including IMEI numbers, applications installed and used etc.

On a global level, AdUps runs software updates for over 700 million devices but the government felt a majority of them may be in India.

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Tea Tree Oil To Promote Hair Growth

Thinning hair is every woman’s worst nightmare. That being said, growing your hair can be tough, and it doesn’t help when you are surrounded by people who have hair that grows at the speed of light. There are ways in which you can restore your hair back to its former glory.

However, there are remedies that can help stimulate hair re-growth and boost the rate at which your hair grows. Tea tree oil has been gaining popularity as one such treatment. But before we get into the nitty gritty of how it works, let’s take a look at what it is.

What Is Tea Tree Oil? Tea tree oil is an essential oil that is extracted from the tea tree shrub. It is native to Australia. It has strong antimicrobial properties that have made it a popular remedy for treating issues of the scalp and skin . It is often used in cosmetic products like shampoos and conditioners, and to treat issues like dandruff and acne.

How Does Tea Tree Oil Promote Hair Growth?

Tea tree oil improves the circulation of blood, which helps to flush out toxins and stimulate dormant hair follicles.

The antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties of tea tree oil ensure that your hair stays clean and healthy.

The improved scalp health makes the follicles more receptive to nutrition,

Remove Nail Polish From Clothes, Carpets and Upholstery

attempt it on expensive clothing or if the tag says ‘dry cleaning only.’ There is a chance that the stain will get deeper and end up spoiling the outfit further.

2. Also, remember that acetone and nail polish remover are different things. So, preferably go for

Nail paints on our nails are just beautiful, but when they spill over our clothes, carpets or furniture, it is just the opposite. Scrubbing them off can be such a nightmare. • A flat surface • A few paper towels, kitchen towel or an old rag • Acetone • Liquid soap • Water • A washing machine (optional)• Remove The Stains 1. Before you start the procedure, look for the cloth tag and see if the garment contains acetate or triacetate. If it does, then it is not advisable that you try this procedure as acetone can sometimes burn the fabric. Just do a patch test to be sure. Also, do not

and the unclogged pores help promote unhindered hair growth .

Does Tea Tree Oil Work For Oily Hair?

Yes, it does! For greasy hair, the essential oil helps unclog pores and calms down the overzealous sebaceous glands. More often than not, hair loss is a direct result of clogged follicles and an irritated scalp.

It also improves scalp health on the whole with its antimicrobial properties.

Tea tree oil can be used on dry and oily hair types to improve hair growth.

You can add various ingredients to this essential oil to create the perfect hair growth solution for your hair.

One of the best ways to use tea tree oil is in combination with other carrier oils. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use tea tree oil to stop hair loss

3. Section your hair and rub the warmed oil onto your scalp and along the length of your hair.

4. Once your entire scalp is covered in the oil, massage it for 10 minutes.

5. Wrap a hot damp towel around your head. This will create a warm environment that will help open up and unclog your follicles.

6. Wait with the towel on for 20 minutes and then rinse out the oil with shampoo and conditioner.

7. Optionally, you can leave the oil in your hair overnight.

How Often Since washing your hair too often can be detrimental to hair health, it is recommended that you treat your hair with hot oil not more than three times a week. Oily hair types can use lighter oils like jojoba or olive.

Precautions • Do not overheat the oil as it can lose nutrients and you also run the risk of burning your scalp.

• It is completely normal for your scalp to feel a little tingly during and after this treatment. Since everyone’s hair is different, something that works for one person may not work for you.

However, choosing a carrier oil for your hair type is pretty simple. In fact, there are many oils that work well for each hair type – be it oily, dry or combination. Following is a list of oils that can be used with tea tree oil to promote hair growth.

Serious Side Effects Of Pomegranates Pick Yor Free ate is a preventive food. If you are suffering from Copy @ diabetes, then stay away

Though a fuss of a fruit to eat, pomegranate is one of the most loved natural goodie. It is best known for its acetone only. appealing color and taste. It makes a 3. First, try and remove the excess good addition to salads and desserts. paint from your clothes as soon as it Pomegranate juice also offers a spills and while the stain is still fresh. healthy drinking option.

4. Take one end of the kitchen towel This article will give you all the and dip it in acetone till it is saturated information about side effects of with it. pomegranates. Let’s start, shall we?

5. Place the fabric on a flat surface and Side Effects Of Pomegranates: dab it with the kitchen towel.

Yes, pomegranate tastes great and 6. The nail polish from the fabric will also offers a many benefits. But it can start transferring into the paper towel. also cause some side effects! Let’s have 7. Remove the paper towel and place a few pomegranate side effects: another one on it; repeat the process 1. Effect Of Enzymes: The enzymes until the nail polish stops getting present in pomegranate can hinder transferred onto the kitchen towel. the functioning of certain enzymes • Wash The Fabric present in the liver. If you are on any 1. Now, rinse the fabric with cold specific medication for liver disorders, water. consult your doctor before consuming Save this fruit or its juice.

2. Or, throw it in the washing 2. High Sugar Content: machine.

Though it fights diabetes, pomegran-

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and promote hair growth.

Tea tree oil can be used on dry and oily hair types to improve hair growth.

You can add various ingredients to this essential oil to create the perfect hair growth solution for your hair.

One of the best ways to use tea tree oil is in combination with other carrier oils. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use tea tree oil to stop hair loss and promote hair growth.Save Tea tree oil needs to be diluted before you can use it. By combining a few drops of the essential oil with your regular hair oil, you can create a hair growth solution that boosts scalp health. While tea tree oil induces new hair growth, the carrier oil will help nourish your follicles. This can work to your advantage if you already know what oils work best for your hair. If not, read on to find out which oils will best suit your hair type.

You Will Need • 2 tablespoons of any carrier oil • 10 drops of tea tree oil • Bowl for mixing • Hot towel How To Apply 1. Combine the carrier oil with the tea tree oil in a mixing bowl.

2. Heat the oil mixture until it is slightly warm. Do not use a microwave as it may cause nutrition loss.

Instead, place the bowl containing the oil mixture in a larger bowl that contains hot water.

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from pomegranate as it has a high content of sugar.

3. High Calories: If you are on a diet and are watching your calorie intake, then avoid taking this fruit or its juice. Pomegranate adds up calories to the plate. It can also cause weight gain.

4. Digestive Disorders: The excessive consumption of this fruit causes many disorders. Some of them are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. But, these symptoms usually subside after a few hours. Excessive consumption of pomegranate can also irritate the gastrointestinal tract.

5. Allergies: The consumption of this fruit also causes many symptoms that lead to allergy. These symptoms are: • Painful swallowing • Rashes • Hives • Facial swelling • Difficulty in breathing • Pain and swelling in the mouth This was about the serious side effects of pomegranates. Now look into its nutrition profile.

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Nutritional Information Of Pomegranates Nutritional Information: Pomegranate offers a plethora of health benefits. It is filled with nutrients that give our health a boost.

Here’s the nutritional chart of the tasty fruit: Benefits Of Pomegranate: Let’s now look into the benefits of pomegranate. Keep in mind of the extra sugar that you add to your juice.

It may hamper the health aspects of this fruit. Here are the benefits of pomegranate: 1. Boosts Immune System: With the power to ward off bacteria and viruses, pomegranate is beneficial in boosting the immune system. It helps make the body stronger.

2. Lowers Cholesterol: Consuming pomegranate regularly can help control the bad cholesterol level in the body. This is because of the rich amounts of antioxidants in it. The juice has the potential to oxidize the Low-density lipoprotein(LDL). It helps the heart work better.

3. Prevents Breast Cancer: Certain enzymes found in this fruit destroy the cells that cause breast cancer. Consuming pomegranate regularly can help prevent breast cancer.

4. Fight Against Diabetes: Pomegranate lowers the blood sugar levels. It also flushes out toxins from the body. This is an effective and useful aspect for people suffering from diabetes.

5. Lowers Instances Of Heart Diseases: With cholesterol lowering effects, pomegranate helps the heart function better. Regular consumption of pomegranate also reduces the risk of heart failure, stroke and plaque buildup.

6. Protects Against Osteoarthritis: Pomegranate is beneficial as it slows down the process of deterioration of the cartilages around the bones.

Regular use of this fruit can also prevent various bone diseases.

7. Rich Source Of Various Minerals And Nutrients: Pomegranate is a rich source of Vitamin B, Vitamin C, carbohydrates and sugars, calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron. A single serving of pomegranate can provide a lot of nutrients in one go.

So now that you know the benefits and the side effects pomegranates, be wise and stay healthy!

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Amazing Benefits Of Multani Mitti For Face, Skin and Health

Multani mitti, also known as Fuller’s earth, is a mineral-rich clay material that has long been used as a beauty ingredient. Originally used as an absorbent in the wool industry, multani mitti is now a staple ingredient in a lot of beauty and skin care products. It is an abundant source of minerals like magnesium, silica, quartz, calcium, iron, calcite, and dolomite. The ingredient is popularly used as a remedy for acne and blemishes. However, a lot of people are unaware of how versatile multani mitti is when it comes to the benefits it

Multani Mitti For Exfoliation You Will Need • 1 tbsp multani mitti, • 1 tsp rose water, Treatment: 1. Cleanse your face and pat dry with a towel.

2. Combine the multani mitti and rose water until you get a coarse mixture.

3. Apply this mixture onto your face.

Ensure to avoid the delicate areas around your eyes and mouth.

4. Gently massage your face with the multani mitti mixture on it.

5. After about 5 minutes, rinse your

offers for your face, skin, and health.

Following is a list of the 14 different uses and benefits of multani mitti.

Exfoliates. Multani mitti is known for its excellent exfoliating properties.

The ingredient is gentle on your face, but, at the same time, efficiently removes dead cells from the top layers of your skin and unclogs the pores.

This is one of the ways in which it prevents the formation of acne. To use multani mitti for exfoliation, follow the steps below.

face with lukewarm water.

How Often?

2-3 times a week.

Multani mitti is extremely popular for its oil-absorbing properties. This is what makes it an effective tool against acne. It helps draw out the oil and impurities from your skin, speeding up the healing process when it comes to zits. It also nourishes your skin with its rich content of minerals, keeping it healthy and preventing further breakouts.

Yoga Exercises For Slimming Your Face

Sculpted, lean and taut faces are in vogue. If your face has been perennially chubby, rounded and cherubic, all you want to do is move over the innocent look and transform it into a sleek and sultry one. There are a plethora of face slimming exercises to help you achieve that and here are 12 of them listed for you.

Face-slimming Yoga Exercises Yoga is not as quick as the other slimming practices that you can resort to, but it is natural, painless and long-lasting. Try some of these mentioned below for at least three months to see positive results.

1. Simha Mudra (Lion Pose) 2. Jivha Bandha (Locked Tongue Pose) 3. Jalandhar Bandha (Chin Lock),4. Fish Face, 5. Mouthwash Technique, 6. Cheek Uplift 7. Chin Lift, 8. Neck Roll 9. Lip Pull,10 Jaw Release 11. Eye Focus,12. Blowing Air 1. Simha Mudra (Lion Pose) Benefits: Simha Mudra stimulates and tones all your facial muscles. It is one of the best asanas for the face.

Procedure: Kneel down and place your hands on your thighs. Drop your jaw and open your mouth wide. Stick your tongue out downwards, towards the chin, forcefully. While breathing through the mouth, make a sound from down your throat that replicates the roar of a lion. Repeat the exercise a couple of times.

2. Jivha Bandha (Locked Tongue Pose) Benefits: Jivha Bandha chisels your face and shapes your jaw line. Along with it, it also tones your facial muscles.

Procedure: Sit in the lotus position.

Place your hands comfortably on your

lap. Place the tip of your tongue against the upper wall of your mouth like you are trying to swallow the mouth. Keeping your tongue that way, open your mouth slowly and completely till you feel a stretch in your throat and neck. Repeat a couple of times. Breathe normally through your nose.

3. Jalandhar Bandha (Chin Lock) Benefits: Jalandhar Bandha shapes your face and tones your facial and jaw line muscles. It is a boon for people with double chins as the exercise is very effective in getting rid of them.

Procedure: Sit down in the Lotus position. Breathe deeply. Place your hands on the knees, lift your shoulders up and bend forward. Press your chin firmly against your chest and in between your two collar bones, closing your food pipe. Hold your breath as long as possible. Release and repeat.

4. Fish Face Benefits: Fish face tones and stretches your cheek muscles. It makes your cheeks less flabby and your face sleek.

Procedure: Suck your cheeks and lips inwards and try to replicate a fish face. Holding that face, attempt to smile. You will feel a burn in your cheeks and jaw. Relax and repeat the exercise.

5. Mouthwash Technique Benefits: Mouthwash technique tones your cheeks and keeps double chin at bay. Procedure: Fill your mouth with air. Transfer the air in your mouth from one corner to the other similar to cleansing your mouth with mouthwash. Continue the procedure for a few minutes, relax and repeat a couple of times.

Pepper Chicken suitable for Chilly Seasons

Pepper chicken is perfect for winters and is very easy to make. This recipe needs no grinding masala, no elaborate cooking, made with simple and basic ingredients.

To make it spicy add more chill powder Pepper chicken has a taste and aroma that is very different from the other chicken curry recipes.

All that makes this dish special is the fresh coarsely ground pepper which brings the mild heat to the dish.

The quantity of red chili powder and garam masala used is less. It can be served as a starter or as a accompaniment to rice or naan or chapathi. This pepper chicken recipe can be used to make both versions of the pepper chicken, dry and a curry or gravy. To get the right taste, do stick on to the exact measurements. Prep time Pepper chicken recipe - simple pepper chicken masala made with basic spices and herbs in south Indian style.• 1 heaped cup chopped

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• 1 sprig curry leaves or bay leaf or few mint leaves • ½ tsp cumin or shahi jeera • 2 to 3 green cardamoms • 1 inch cinnamon stick • 3 cloves • 2 tbsp. oil (if not a low fat diet, increase by another tbsp) marination • 500 grams chicken (with bone or boneless) • ¾ tsp ginger garlic paste or grated • ⅛ tsp turmeric • salt little.

1. Wash chicken and drain off the water. marinate with ingredients under marination. Keep it aside until needed. onions 2. Add oil to a hot pan, add cumin, • ¾ tsp ginger garlic paste or grated • 1 cup chopped tomatoes (adjust if cinnamon, cloves and cardamom and allow them to sizzle. they are sour) 3. Add curry leaves and ginger garlic • salt as needed paste. fry till the raw smell of ginger • 1 tsp pepper corn garlic goes off.

• ¼ tsp. red chili powder 4. Add onions and fry till they turn • ¾ tsp. garam masala powder

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golden.

5. Add tomatoes and salt. Fry till the tomatoes turn mushy and soft.

6. Add red chili powder, garam masala and coarsely crushed pepper corn.

7. Fry everything well till the mixture looses all the moisture.

8. Add chicken and fry for about 3 to 4 minutes.

9. cover and cook on a low flame till the chicken turns tender. If the chicken doesn't ooze out enough water to cook, then add little water. cover and cook.

If you want to have gravy, switch off the stove.

10. If you prefer a dry version, cook without lid and evaporate the moisture in the chicken. fry till all the moisture dries up.

11. Serve pepper chicken hot with rice and rasam.

Nutrition Information Calories: 280 Fat: 20g Carbohydrates: 6g

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