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15 Insane Health Benefits of Tulsi Tea | De-stress The “Queen of Herbs,” also known as Holy Basil (Tulsi) is the most sacred herb of India. It is cultivated in Southern Asia, in places like Thailand, India and other Hindu influenced countries. The tulsi plant was discovered over 5000 years ago. Tulsi-tea is considered as an important icon in Hindu … Read more
‘Fat shaming’ does not help people lose weight, study finds (The Guardian) People experiencing discrimination over their size may even be more likely to put on a few pounds, say researchers People facing discrimination because of their weight may ‘comfort eat’ and feel less comfortable taking part in physical activity. Photograph: LifeStyle/Alamy “Fat shaming” does … Read more
India’s Practo acquires fitness app to tap into preventive healthcare After helping users search for doctors and book appointments, Practo wants to ensure that you don’t fall ill. The Sequoia and Matrix-backed startup today announced it has acquired FitHo Wellness, a preventive healthcare firm for an undisclosed amount. FitHo helps people manage weight and lifestyle diseases by providing personalized advice … Read more