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Discover the Rich History of 11 Cooking Oils in India

Discover the Rich History of 11 Cooking Oils in India

When it comes to the culinary world, India boasts a diverse and vibrant array of cooking oils, each with its own unique flavors, textures, and health benefits. From the fragrant aroma of coconut oil to the rich taste of mustard oil, these oils play an integral role in Indian cuisine, adding depth and character to…

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When to consume dry fruits? & other unanswered questions…

When to consume dry fruits? & other unanswered questions…

We went to a place in JP Nagar to eat ice-cream. Though I like ice-cream, I seldom visit ice-cream parlors for the simple fact that they are unhealthy no matter at what time of the day we eat them.  We were there in the area close to this ice-cream parlor that serves great Apricot ice-cream….

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Ancient Indians on (Medical) Science, Tech., Eco., Politics

Ancient Indians on (Medical) Science, Tech., Eco., Politics

Ancient India was a center of attraction for the whole world. The more we delve into world history, the more we understand our contributions in almost every division of every prevalent topic. I remember the freedom fighter Bhagat Singh objecting to a British court verdict that India was a poor and illiterate country. He goes…

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11 benefits and directions of Trikala Sandhyavandanam

11 benefits and directions of Trikala Sandhyavandanam

If you think Trikala Sandhyavandanam is religious, think again. In this ancient culture nothing was a commandment, nor was anything religious.  Associating Sandhyavandanam to any particular religion or belief is like associating natural resources to a particular religion. Iterating again, there is no concept of religion in this nation. Coming back to Sandhyavandanam; it is…

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Does Ashwagandha powder increase height?

Does Ashwagandha powder increase height?

I sat on a Sunday morning, searching for ways to grow taller. Currently, there is this trend. Besides, most of the men want to look handsome too. Therefore, I wondered what the search results could be like. Well, one of the results made me curious. So, I wanted to know more about this. Moreover, I…

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