Siliguri is a major city in West Bengal that forms a “twin city” with the neighboring district capital Jalpaiguri. The city is spread over the area of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in the Indian state of West Bengal. Known as the “Gateway to Northeast India”, Siliguri is popular for the three T’s – tea, timber, … Read more
Thailand whose historical name is Shyamdeshand officially known as the Kingdom of Thailand, is a country of 70 million people spread over 5,13,120 square kilometers in Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Myanmar and Laos to the north, Laos, and Cambodia to the east, the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysia to the south, and the … Read more
Regardless of whether you’re packing a tote bag, backpack, or wheeled bag, what’s inside matters, so we’ve put together a list of must-have travel items and some personal recommendations for the best in each category. Pack your carry-on When doing so, you’ll want to focus on creating a seamless airport experience first, and things like … Read more
The top things to do before a flight range from enrolling in a frequent flyer program to packing your necessary passport and visa documents. There are a lot of important things to do days, weeks, or even months before you get on the plane, so plan ahead and follow these tips! Let’s face it, air … Read more
For most of us, summer comes as a reminder of the proverbial ‘take a break. Suddenly, the search begins for sandy beaches, forests, hill stations, savannahs, distant relatives…anywhere that allows us to get away from our daily grind. Then followed our year-long cherished dream – the summer road trip! The challenge? Summertime! More often than … Read more
Many people suffer from fungal infections at least once in their lives. Poor hygiene, humidity, and a warm climate are possible causes of fungal infections. Diaper rash, athlete’s foot, jock itch, and oral thrush are some common fungal infections. Although it goes by the name ringworm, this is not a worm but a fungus, it … Read more
Obesity is one of the biggest health problems in the world. It is associated with several related conditions, collectively known as metabolic syndrome. These include high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and a poor blood lipid profile. People with metabolic syndrome have a higher risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes than people whose … Read more
It is estimated that half of all American adults try to lose weight each year. Aside from dieting, exercise is one of the most common strategies for trying to shed extra pounds. It burns calories and plays an important role in weight loss. In addition to helping you lose weight, exercise has been linked to … Read more
Blood sugar control is at the center of any diabetes treatment plan. High blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, is a major concern and can affect both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. There are two main types.Fasting hyperglycemia. This is for patients with diabetes whose blood sugar is greater than 130 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) after … Read more
The spice known as turmeric may be the most effective nutritional supplement in existence. Many high-quality studies show that turmeric has major benefits for your body and brain. Many of these benefits come from its main active ingredient, curcumin. Read on to find out what science says about turmeric and curcumin as well as their … Read more