Gone are the days when patients thought twice before going in for hip surgery. The reason: fear of surgery and the unknown consequences. Today, times have changed and the latest medical technologies have reassured patients about hip replacement surgery. The new technologies not only provide a longevity to the implants used in the process, but also greater mobility to patients so that they can perform their daily activities with much more ease.

This simple quiz will help you know how well informed you are about antibiotics. Each correct answer fetches you 10 points. Excellent, if your score is 80 and above, good if it is between 60 and 80, average if it is 40 and 60, and bad if the points earned are below 40. Get ready to take the test.

Out with your scarves, umbrellas and sunglasses — it is summer time! The sun is blistering and the fashionistas are readying to face the heat. If you thought that summer might scare people from slapping on makeup, you guessed wrong. Switch to healthier and lighter options. Moisturisers and homemade packs promise to put the glow back on your face.

Stress has become part and parcel of modern lifestyle. Unfortunately it is is the root cause of many ailments. However, some stress relieving foods can come to your rescue. These foods contain substances that can help you beat stress and relax the nerves. Besides a healthy diet of stress busting foods, a good lifestyle can make a huge difference to your health.

It’s every bride’s dream to look her best on D-Day. What better than a perfect workout regimen to help her realise the dream. While it’s a stress-free regime for some, it’s an action-packed, well-balanced routine for others. Celebrities like Lara Dutta, Jessica Simpson and Hilary Duff have reportedly benefited from these workouts.
Experts caution that it’s not advisable to plunge into a workout regime two-three months before the wedding.

It is the season of colours, literally. When we think about French manicure it is all about being subtle, but the latest trend that introduces a dash of colour to this classic style is fast finding takers across the world. This trend features the good ol’ French manicure but with coloured tips! S. Priya, a trainer at a leading beauty chain, says that

What comes to mind when someone says Jennifer Lopez? Of course — her fabulous butt! When she insured her bottom, the news created waves! So much so that stars like John Abraham followed suit…

With the summer heat kicking in, fitness freaks are finding ways to dodge the heat and still stick to exercise regimes. From water aerobics to power swimming, fitness experts have coined a numerous workout patterns that help tackle the heat and are effective too.

Ever wondered how celebrities like Madonna, Jennifer Aniston and Kim Cattrall maintain their fabulous figures? Here’s the secret — Gyro-lates. It’s the latest fitness regime doing the rounds in Hollywood and even Bollywood stars like Tabu have taken to it.

The Jacaranda is a beautiful garden tree and its beauty enhances manifold when the tree is in full bloom. Though the Jacaranda species is not native to Indian soil, it was introduced in gardens for its ornamental and aesthetic value. Now the Jacaranda is part of the Indian medicinal system, with homoe-opathy embracing it in its myriad preparations.