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Each Ritu brings with it not only changes in temperature and vegetation but also rituals, festivals, food preferences, and ethical practices. (HT Photo)

Published on Sept 21, 2025 01:56 pm IST

Keeping up with UP | As floods ravage temples, will govt heed to ancient wisdom?

Rituals being performed after the Ganga entered the bade hanuman temple in Prayagraj. (HT File Photo)

Updated on Aug 18, 2025 10:05 pm IST

Do you know that blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha (throat) Chakra?

Blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha Chakra

Published on Apr 03, 2025 06:53 pm IST

Nepal's Yoga Retreat to promote spiritual tourism in shadow of the Himalayas

Nepal to organise Yoga Retreat to promote spiritual tourism in shadow of the Himalayas

Published on Sept 25, 2024 01:21 pm IST

Even the food on your plate can work like medicines to get rid of diseases

Instead of taking pills for every medical condition, we can curate our food plate to include important nutrients to ward off diseases and maintain overall wellbeing.

Published on Aug 16, 2024 04:35 pm IST

5 reasons to include barnyard millet in your diet; creative ways to relish

Barnyard millet, scientifically known as Echinochloa esculenta, is a gluten-free ancient grain with numerous health benefits.

Published on Jan 29, 2024 04:03 pm IST

Bay leaf can lower cholesterol, treat stomach ache; know all benefits

Bay leaf has been in use since ancient times in traditional and folk medicines.

Published on Jan 22, 2024 08:50 pm IST

Mustard oil is a must in winter; benefits and best ways to use it

With its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, mustard oil can help boost immunity and prevent seasonal infections

Published on Jan 15, 2024 07:28 pm IST

Wonderful benefits of basil seeds water on empty stomach

Basil seeds, scientifically known as Ocimum basilicum, have been in use for thousands of years.

Updated on Jan 05, 2024 05:05 pm IST

How to eat Kodo millets for weight loss, lowering cholesterol; know all benefits

Kodo millet also known as cow grass, rice grass, ditch millet, and Native Paspalum has been in use in India for 3,000 years.

Updated on Jan 04, 2024 02:15 pm IST

Boosting immunity to lowering cholesterol, many benefits of Guduchi or Giloy

Each part of Guduchi or Giloy from its stem, root, leaves, fruits, bark have different medicinal properties.

Published on Dec 27, 2023 09:31 pm IST

Eating sesame seeds can lower cholesterol, manage diabetes; know all benefits

Apart from its culinary uses, sesame oil is full of health benefits.

Published on Dec 12, 2023 02:59 pm IST

Moringa can help you live longer, control diabetes; know all benefits

Moringa has a rich nutritional profile and boasts of seven times more Vitamin C than oranges, 10 times more Vitamin A than carrots, 17 times more calcium than milk

Published on Dec 08, 2023 03:10 pm IST

Longevity to immunity; many benefits of Chyawanprash, the age-old wonder

Apart from strengthening the body and repairing its functions, chyawanprash can also help prevent various metabolic disorders, heart issues and lower cholesterol levels.

Published on Dec 03, 2023 12:16 pm IST

Chamomile tea can ease pain and fatigue, aid sleep; know all benefits

Chamomile, the wonder herb was popularised in India during the rule of Mughal emperors and since then it has been grown extensively

Published on Nov 27, 2023 03:09 pm IST

7 benefits of eating bajra in winters; delicious ways to consume this millet

Pearl millets are the ultimate superfoods for your gut health too as they not only relieve constipation with their high fibre content but can also help treat diarrhoea due to presence of lactic acid bacteria, which acts as a probiotic.

Updated on Nov 24, 2023 09:43 am IST

Why jaggery is the perfect winter superfood; best ways to consume it

Jaggery has been around for at least 5,000 years and finds mention in several of our ancient texts.

Published on Nov 20, 2023 05:32 pm IST

Eat dates soaked in ghee for these wonderful benefits

According to Ayurveda, dates soaked in ghee are pure ojas as they revitalize the deep tissues of the body.

Updated on Dec 27, 2023 09:31 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 26: Mind-blowing benefits of deep breathing

Deep breathing is more relevant in today's world than ever before in the light of increasing stress, deteriorating air, decreased immunity and growing threat of chronic diseases like diabetes, asthma, heart disease, blood pressure among a host of other health issues.

Published on Nov 10, 2023 03:26 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 25: Amazing health benefits of black pepper

Black pepper has a rich history dating back to ancient times. It was highly prized in the Roman Empire and was even referred to as 'black gold' due to its significant value

Published on Nov 08, 2023 01:48 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 24: Weight loss to digestion; amazing benefits of Triphala

Triphala not only aids in digestion, but is the ultimate detoxifying agent that cleanses colon, treats constipation and has beneficial effect for GI tract and colon.

Published on Nov 06, 2023 01:24 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 23: 5 ancient spices for weight loss; how to consume them

In this edition of Ancient Wisdom, we talk about five ancient spices that can aid you in your weight loss journey ahead of Diwali festivities by improving metabolism, stabilizing blood sugar, curbing appetite to helping burn calories in a natural way.

Updated on Nov 02, 2023 09:30 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 22: Saffron or kesar can improve heart health, boost mood

In ancient times saffron was used by Egyptians for flavouring as well as an aphrodisiac apart from perfume.

Published on Oct 31, 2023 05:52 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 21: Blood pressure to easing digestion; benefits of cardamom

In this edition of Ancient Wisdom, we will explore many benefits of cardamom, how it was consumed in ancient times, ways to incorporate it into your diet for health benefits, who should be cautious when using it, and some fascinating facts about this spice.

Updated on Oct 28, 2023 07:27 am IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 20: Weight loss to cholesterol control; cumin seeds benefits

Cumin has been a valuable spice since time immemorial and finds mention in ancient text like Charak Samhita and Bible

Published on Oct 27, 2023 11:24 am IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 19: Weight loss to boosting heart health; benefits of honey

Honey was frequently used in Egyptian culture not only as a medicinal remedy but also for embalming the dead.

Updated on Oct 23, 2023 10:50 pm IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 18: How to lose weight with jowar; ways to consume, benefits

Jowar or sorghum an ancient millet is nutritionally comparable to major cereals and has many health protective properties that encourage its consumption

Published on Oct 20, 2023 11:21 am IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 17: Lowering cholesterol to weight loss; chia seeds benefits

Chia seeds is quite popular among weight loss enthusiasts and not without a reason.

Published on Oct 18, 2023 11:51 am IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 16: 5 delicious ways to add amaranth to your diet

Amaranth is one of the richest plant forms of protein and contains loads of amino acids.

Published on Oct 16, 2023 08:31 am IST

Ancient Wisdom Part 15: How to add cloves to your diet for easing constipation

The use of cloves dates back to thousands of years. In late middle ages, cloves were used in Europe to flavour, garnish and preserve food.

Updated on Oct 13, 2023 11:24 am IST

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