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Shahriar Islam Shovon

Why breakfast is important

20121106-egg-460How many times have you heard the adage, 'Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar'? Well, don't dismiss it. This age-old wisdom holds true even today, say nutritionists, dieticians and obesity consultants.
Break your fast Consulting nutritionist and clinical dietitian Pooja Makhija says, "The most important meal of the day, undoubtedly, is breakfast. The first food intake after a minimum gap of seven-eight hours, it acts as a fuel to jump-start ...

I’m a relaxed parent: Aamir Khan

couple-640Aamir Khan, who has lent his voice to the character of the dog Pluto Mehra in the family drama ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, on a dysfunctional family, says he believes in being a friend to his children. Asked about the kind of parent he is, the father of three told IANS: “I am a very relaxed parent and believe in trusting my children and in teaching them what I know and what I have learnt in life. Then I trust them to take the right decisions in their life.
“I believe there should be a lot of trust and faith in the re...

Delicious ways to use pineapple

When you think of tropical delights, the one fruit that comes to mind is the evergreen pineapple! Be it for table decoration or for various small eats and even mains - the versatile fruit can be eaten, dressed and arranged for a visual or a tasty treat. Here's how you can use it in your food. Grilled Paneer and potatoes are a passe! Try rubbing some juicy chunks of pineapple in a generous mix of sugar and cinnamon and sizzle them on the grill during a barbeque. Curry Who says pineapple have to be sweet only! Add chopped pieces of the fruit to your regular spicy curry for a sweet and sour kick and be rest assured, your guests will come asking for seconds and thirds! Pickled Yes! If you can pickle raw mango and lemons, pineapples too can join the league. Make them the way you pic...

Juventus proved they are a top team: Neymar

Barcelona star Neymar has praised the "great" quality of Juventus, despite beating the Italian champions 3-1 in Saturday's Champions League final. The Bianconeri pushed the Catalans close for much of the clash in Berlin, with Alvaro Morata equalising 10 minutes into the second half after Ivan Rakitic's fourth-minute opener. However, Luis Suarez and Neymar saw off any shock result in the Scudetto and Coppa Italia holders' favour with goals in the final third of the game, securing a treble for Barca. Neymar, who netted the final goal with the last kick of the game deep into second-half stoppage-time, was jubilant with how the Liga and Copa del Rey champions added a third trophy to their collection in 2014-15. "Juventus are a great team with great players," he told Sky Sport. "We pla...

Pre-wedding trial makeup, it’s important

Every bride wants to look her best on her wedding day. As much time you spend for trying out your wedding outfit and checking out matching jewellery, it is equally important to go for a test run with your makeup artist too. You needn't worry about how the makeup will turn out, as the idea is to zero in on a look after trying a few.

Absolutely Do:

Talk to your makeup artist: When you go for a trial makeup, make sure you tell him/her what exactly you have in mind. If you have a picture of the makeup you want, show them. This will help the artist to understand the look you want for your big day. Also, when having a chat with your stylist, list down the things that you don't want. So, he/she doesn't end up giving you one of those looks. Sit for the trial makeup: When your make...

‘Rock On 2’ to release in September next year

The much awaited sequel of 2008 musical drama “Rock On” will release in September next year. Farhan Akhtar, 41, who will reprise his role of a musician in “Rock On 2″ said, “We will start shooting for the sequel in August this year and are planning to release the film sometime around September next year.” Apart from Farhan, the cast of the film include Arjun Rampal and Shraddha Kapoor. This is the first time Shraddha will be seen opposite “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” actor. Shraddha, who made her singing debut with “Ek Villian”, will also be lending her voice to the music of the film. -Source: times of india