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Soap & shampoo veg or non-veg? A dot on the pack will now tell you

The Centre has mandated vegetarian and non-vegetarian origin markings on soaps, shampoos, toothpastes, cosmetics and toiletries. Under rules notified on September 21, products of vegetarian origin will carry a green dot, while non-vegetarian products will bear a red or brown dot at the top of the principal display panel.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

‘Like a Bond villain’s lair’: I climbed the Dolomites to the world’s most spectacular mountain hut

Perched above the clouds in northern Italy, Santnerpass refuge doesn’t just look stunning. It’s a marvel of eco-building – and vegetarian cuisine

The Guardian - UK · Sep 18

37 Movie Stereotypes That Made Locals Wonder Who Hollywood Was Researching

Movies love giving us wild representations of different places and cultures. We found stories from people who spotted movie clichés about their own cultures and thought, “Wait, do people really think we’re like this?” Read on to see which familiar movie moments had locals shaking their heads.

Bored Panda · Sep 17

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Vegetarian policyholder's Rs 1 lakh mediclaim rejected due to B12 deficiency; company said his diet led to the stroke; court orders insurer to pay him Rs 1.1 lakh

An Ahmedabad district consumer commission has ordered New India Assurance to pay a Rs 1.06 lakh mediclaim it had denied after blaming the policyholder's vegetarian diet for his vitamin B12 deficiency, which led to a transient ischaemic attack. The commission ruled that being vegetarian could not be treated as the…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

8 Things on an Indian Food Label That Tell You More Than the Calorie Count Ever Will

1. Serving SizeEvery number on a nutrition label, calories, sodium, fat, sugar, is calculated per serving, not per packet. A 200g bag of bhujia might list its nutrition for a 30g serving. Eat the bag and multiply everything by six. The FSSAI mandates that serving sizes appear on all packaged…

Times Life · Sep 16

Quote of the Day by Pamela Anderson: 'I don't do the gym and I don't diet. I'm vegetarian but...' - How ‘Baywatch’ star redefined wellness without gyms or diets

Pamela Anderson shares an inspiring take on wellness, advocating for a natural, balanced approach to health. Rather than endorsing extreme diets or intense workout regimens, she encourages individuals to tune into their body’s signals. This philosophy stands in stark contrast to the often rigid wellness culture, promoting a more sustainable…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

What Your Annual Blood Panel Misses After 50: Inflammation, Hormones, Thyroid and More

What the Standard Panel Actually TestsThe routine blood panel most Indian adults receive once a year checks a short list: complete blood count, fasting glucose, lipid profile, liver enzymes, kidney function, and sometimes thyroid-stimulating hormone. That covers acute infection, anaemia, gross organ damage, and surface-level cholesterol. It was designed to…

Times Life · Sep 9

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This 20-year-old Chinese restaurant in Bengaluru is run by a Mandarin family, but it serves veg-only food

Fortune Chinese Vegetarian Kitchen in Bengaluru’s Koramangala has been serving Chinese food without meat since 2006. Run by a family with roots in China, the restaurant was recently featured by the Instagram page Lets Eat Bengaluru, prompting users to share their experiences and recommend dishes. The small eatery offers vegetarian…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Bengal BJP minister backs non-veg during Durga Puja, pushes back against Bageshwar Baba

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh stated non-vegetarian food during Durga Puja is not controversial. He referenced Bageshwar Baba's appeal for vegetarianism, noting saints advocate for health. Ghosh defended Bengal's tradition of consuming goat meat as prasad. He criticized past governments for dictating people's food choices. The minister also questioned government…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Why Cats Cannot Survive on a Vegetarian Diet: The Taurine Deficiency Every Pet Owner Must Know

What Obligate Carnivore Actually MeansThe word obligate is doing serious work in that phrase. An obligate carnivore is not an animal that prefers meat the way a dog might prefer it over vegetables. It is an animal whose metabolic machinery has, over millions of years of evolution, outsourced certain critical…

Times Life · Sep 7

What Daily Antacid Use Does to Your Bones, Calcium Levels, and Nutrient Absorption

The Mechanism Nobody Explains at the PharmacyStomach acid is not the enemy. It activates pepsin, sterilises ingested pathogens, and, critically, converts dietary calcium from its insoluble form into a soluble one the intestine can actually absorb. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole and pantoprazole, and to a lesser extent H2…

Times Life · Sep 4

7 Affordable Festive Getaways in India for Budget Travel This Holiday Season

Pondicherry: French Quarters and Christmas Lights on a ShoestringPondicherry charges less than Goa for nearly the same coastline. During the Christmas and New Year stretch, the French Quarter strings up lights along Rue Suffren and Rue Dumas, the beachside promenade fills with families, and the Catholic churches, Basilica of the…

Times Life · Sep 3

6 Nutrition and Recovery Priorities for Indian Women in the First Year After Delivery

Iron: The Deficit You Walked Into the Delivery Room WithThe National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) found that 52.2% of Indian women aged 15 to 49 are anaemic. Delivery, whether vaginal or caesarean, adds blood loss on top of that. By the time a new mother is home, her iron stores…

Times Life · Aug 30

7 Foods That Fight Fatigue and Boost Your Energy Levels, Backed by Nutrition Science

BananaA 2012 study published in PLOS ONE compared bananas to sports drinks in cyclists and found bananas performed equally well at sustaining energy output over a 75-kilometre time trial. The reason is the mix of glucose, fructose, and sucrose alongside fibre, it delivers a fast hit without the sharp drop…

Times Life · Aug 26

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MyLifeXP · Aug 26

2 Simple Changes That Could Help Control Type 2 Diabetes

What if better blood sugar control is not only about what you eat, but also when you eat it? That question is attracting growing attention among people living with type 2 diabetes. Vegetarian and vegan eating patterns have been linked with improvements in HbA1c and body weight, while time-restricted eating…

Times Life · Aug 26

Why Georgia Is the Most Comfortable International Travel Destination for Indian Tourists Right Now

The Visa Situation Is Genuinely SimpleIndian passport holders can enter Georgia visa-free for up to 365 days. Not 30 days. Not 90. A full year, with no prior application, no appointment at an embassy, no document checklist to stress over the week before departure. You land at Tbilisi International Airport,…

Times Life · Aug 25

Canada Beyond Niagara: British Columbia, the Rockies, and What Indian Travellers Actually Need to Know

Why the West Gets SkippedThe Toronto-Niagara circuit exists because it's easy to explain to a travel agent and easy to sell as a package. Flights from Mumbai or Delhi land in Toronto. The family WhatsApp group has already been to Niagara. The path of least resistance runs east to west…

Times Life · Aug 24

The Great Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara: A Budget Safari Guide for Indian Travellers

What the Crossing Actually Looks LikeNothing prepares you for the sound. Before you see a single wildebeest, you hear the herd, a low, collective grunt that builds like a crowd outside a stadium. Then the bank opposite fills with bodies, thousands of them pressed together, and the animals at the…

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Times Life · Aug 24

How to Adapt the Mediterranean Diet for an Indian Vegetarian Kitchen: 8 Practical Swaps

1. Use dal and paneer to carry the protein load fish usually doesThe Mediterranean diet's most cited health credential is the 2013 PREDIMED trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, which found a 30% reduction in major cardiovascular events among participants who followed it, and the diet's plant-based…

Times Life · Aug 23

Uzbekistan for Indian Travellers: Your First-Timer's Guide to Samarkand, Bukhara and the Silk Road

The Visa and Getting There: Easier Than You ThinkIndian passport holders get a visa on arrival at Tashkent's Islam Karimov International Airport. No prior application, no embassy visit. You pay USD 50 at the counter, show your return ticket and hotel booking, and you're through in under 30 minutes on…

Times Life · Aug 18

8 Warning Signs of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Every Vegetarian Indian Should Recognise

Why Vegetarians Are at Particular RiskB12 exists almost exclusively in animal-derived foods: meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. A 2017 study published in the Journal of Nutritional Science found that vegetarians in South Asia had a B12 deficiency prevalence of up to 73%, compared with under 20% in omnivores from the…

Times Life · Aug 11

8 Dietary Habits That Raise Your Risk of Kidney Stones, Ranked by How Common They Are in India

Not Drinking Enough WaterThe single most preventable cause of kidney stones is low urine output. When you do not drink enough water, urine becomes concentrated and minerals crystallise. The Indian Council of Medical Research recommends at least 2.5 to 3 litres of fluid per day for adults in tropical climates.…

MyLifeXP · Aug 8

What You Do After a Death in Sawan Matters More Than You Think?

Sawan is the month of devotion, prayer. It is a month to worship Lord Shiva. During this month, many people keep fast, visit temples and spend their time praying. But sometimes it brings unexpected moments. A family may lose a person they love during this holy month. When that happens,…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Onion, chicken prices make home-cooked meals costlier in July: Report

Vegetarian thali costs rose four percent year-on-year in July. Non-vegetarian thali prices increased nine percent due to higher chicken costs. Onion and vegetable oil prices also contributed significantly to these increases. Potato and tomato prices fell, partially offsetting the overall rise. Month-on-month, vegetarian thali costs saw a two percent jump.

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Ravi Kishan shares how he stays fit at 57 with a vegetarian diet and Tai Chi to stay fit and energetic

Ravi Kishan, the multifaceted actor and politician, emphasizes his dedication to fitness and a wholesome lifestyle. He opts for coconut milk as a healthier alternative to regular milk and promotes the importance of daily exercise, positive thinking, and self-love. Kishan integrates Tai Chi and an impressive 200 push-ups into his…

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