By Dibya Prakash Ageing is an inevitable part of life, whether we like it or not. While a glance in the mirror reveals wrinkles and thinning hair, the more significant changes are happening inside our body. One such change, known as “inflammaging,” can accelerate the ageing process and increase the risk of serious health conditions….
By Dibya Prakash I recently read an article highlighting how the younger generation often leave their elderly parents in hometowns while moving to big cities in pursuit of better opportunities for themselves and their families. It questioned whether rising individualism among today’s youth is contributing to a decline in traditional Indian values. But are the…
By Dibya Prakash Just as superheroes are portrayed as all-powerful, adrenaline-boosted saviours like James Bond, who can tackle any challenge, superfoods are often hyped as nutritional powerhouses that can transform health in a single bite. Exotic foods like kale, quinoa, and blueberries are marketed for their miracle solutions, packed with benefits from boosting energy to…
By Amitabh Sharma We were introduced to our ‘recycled teenagers’ Jenny and Stephanie couple of weeks ago, learnt about their love affairs with tech. As much as they are keeping themselves occupied, finding happiness in virtual space, but day to day realities are not bringing them joy by any stretch of the imagination. Their struggles…
By Dibya Prakash Ati sarvatra varjayet (Excess should be avoided; too much of anything is harmful). The modern mantra for health enthusiasts is ‘eat everything in moderation.’ We’ve all heard the advice to limit sugar and salt intake due to their potential damage to our body’s proper functioning. Both play important roles, but which is…
By Amitabh Sharma These stories have been told, more times, unfortunately, than we would like. The ideal life, as our parents knew it – get educated, find a job, raise a family, work diligently, and retire … with the bliss of watching children grow, playing with grandchildren, catching up with friends. Retire, did we say,…
By Aavesh Anand As you grow old, you are besieged by cliches about old age. These are hurled at you the moment you turn 60. You are told that old age is all about slowing down, falls are inevitable, and that seniors can’t keep up with new technology. Really? Please remember one key fact of…
By Dibya Prakash I’m usually confronted with the question: What do I give for Diwali this year? And all the answers that ever strike me limit themselves to the ever-prominent Diwali sweet soanpapdi or a box of chocolates to each household that we visit for exchanging gifts, wishes, and tokens of joy! Diwali, which remains…
By Aavesh Anand For many seniors, smartphones can feel like complicated gadgets designed for a tech-savvy generation. The constant notifications, tiny buttons, and endless apps might seem more like a nuisance than a help. Is that right? No. Here are eight reasons why Seniors should look upon smartphones as a trusted friend and not as…