EASY HOME REMEDIES FOR DIARRHEA

EASY HOME REMEDIES FOR DIARRHEA

Needless to say, stomach health is of utmost significance to ensure our overall well-being. The food that we consume, if not digested properly, could lead to various ailments, including malabsorption of nutrients, which can make you feel weaker. Have you noticed that when you feel sick in your tummy, your entire day goes for a toss? During summers, the risk of stomach ailments double owing to a host of reasons. This is when diarrhea, a digestive disorder, is also on the rise. Though any one can fall prey to it at any point in time, it is most common in summers when chances of getting food infections and food-borne ailments are at the highest.

The triggers

According to Dr. Rupali Datta, Chief Nutritionist, SmartCooky, "There can be many causes of diarrhea - from food infections, allergies and food intolerance to laxative abuse, stomach surgery or even stress. However, the most common form of it is seen as a result of eating unhygienic food, or consumption of food items to which the body is intolerant."

According to her, stress can also trigger digestive disorders as our entire body is closely tied to our psychological health.

Prevention

Here are some pointers to help you prevent diarrhea -

- During summers, it remains imperative to keep a check on the quantity of food that you consume.

- Always eat light and in small portions.

- Try and avoid items which are too greasy or heavy for digestion.

- Add lots of water, fluids and yoghurt to your diet.

- Avoid eating cut fruits and salads from outside unless extremely sure of the quality of the place.

- Juices should also be taken under caution, be conscious of the hygiene of the place.

- "Do not eat stale food, even when home cooked. In summers, your regular ingredients have the tendency to go bad at double the speed. It is therefore advisable to cook fresh and eat," advises Dr. Ashutosh Gautam, Clinical Operations and Coordination Manager, Baidyanath.

Taking care of your tummy

Diarrhea can literally suck away all possible energy from your body. It usually manifests itself in the form of stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and repeated need to go to the washroom leading to watery stool. At times the condition restricts the patient from eating or drinking anything, as after every intake, the patient may feel nauseated or bloated. "There is already more than enough loss of fluids and electrolytes from the body. Not eating or drinking will only worsen the condition. Keep sipping on fluids and eat soft, bland food in intervals," adds Dr. Rupali.

Keep the following points in mind for speedy recovery:

- See your doctor immediately.

- In the meanwhile, keep your hydration levels up.

- Sip on a mixture of electrolyte powder diluted in one litre of water.

- You can also make a blend of sugar, lemon juice and salt in water and keep having this in intervals.

- Always remember, too much of sugar will hamper your stomach, so try to keep a balance.

- Sodium and potassium will help in getting the digestion back to normal; therefore items like bananas are recommended in treating diarrhea and upset stomach.

- Diluted apple juice can be taken, but not much. Warm clear soups, clear chicken broth, buttermilk and curd should be added in the diet.

- Dairy milk should be avoided. However, soy milk and its products like tofu and curd can be consumed.

- Add rice, washed dals and refined flour to your diet. Making khichdi could be a good option.

- Skinned apples can be eaten. Apples are good source of pectin which has binding properties. Stewed apples are also a good option.

- "In case of vomiting accompanying the condition, consuming chilled fluids can help," notes Dr. Rupali.

- Have lightly brewed green tea but no caffeine.

Dr. Ashutosh Gautam says, consuming bel juice can aid a great deal in getting your digestion back on track. "Keeping a check on your regular water intake is very important. Do not have water from anywhere, carry your own water bottle. In case mineral water is not available, double boiling regular water is always advisable," adds Dr. Gautam.

Quarter teaspoon of jaiphal (nutmeg powder) can be added to green tea and consumed to relieve the stomach. If you can get your hands on kutaj fruit, there is nothing like it in taming an upset stomach, dysentery, stomach flu and diarrhea. Its medical name itself is holarrhena antidysenterica. Its bark and stem can be used to treat loose motions. You can get its powdered bark and mix a teaspoon with curd.

Another popular home remedy suggested by many experts is a combination of isabgol (psyllium husk) and yoghurt. "Just a teaspoon of isabgol mixed with curd can help you feel better. The ingredient is hydroscopic in nature. It absorbs extra water and helps in solidifying the stool," concludes Dr. Ashutosh.

Summer is the time to make a splash and get lost in the colours of the season. Keep a check on your diet and water to prevent food infections. Stay protected and of course, have a blast!

SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

We’ve all been tense, stressed or anxious at some point in our lives. There may have been times when some of us have felt incapable of moving ahead in life or felt a bit empty from within. Feeling sad is a normal reaction to personal loss or our day-to-day struggles. But if the low mood lingers day after day, it could signal something larger.

According to the American Psychiatry Association, “Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease a person’s ability to function at work and at home. Symptoms must last at least two weeks for a diagnosis of depression.”

The World Health Organization (WHO) considers depression as the fourth leading cause of disability worldwide, and expects it to become the second leading cause by 2020. An estimated 121 million people are currently living with some form of it. Of these individuals,fewer than 25% have access to adequate treatment.

Age is an important risk factor. The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System found that the rate of diagnoses increased with age, from 2.8% for adults between 18-24 years to a peak of 4.6% for adults between 45-65 years. A study conducted by the Bangalore-based National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences placed the average age of the depressed Indian at 31 years. In fact, a WHO report suggests that India is the most depressed country in the world.

Similarly, gender also plays a great role. Worldwide, women are about twice as likely to experience depression as men.  Approximately, 1 in 10 women experience symptoms of depression in the weeks after having a baby which is known as Postpartum Depression. The other forms of depression include Bipolar Disorder (extreme mood swings), Psychotic Depression  where a person may experience delusions and hallucinations, and Seasonal Affective Disorder which is characterised by the onset of depression during the winter months.

Although there is no ‘depression test’ that a mental health expert can use to diagnose depression, certain symptoms are more or less common to all the cases. These symptoms may vary according to the form or stage of illness. 

Dr. Dherandra Kumar, a Delhi-based Clinical Psychologist and Consultant at Apollo Hospital in Noida, suggests you consult a doctor if you experience the following symptoms persistently: 

1. Changes in mood, such as feeling down or low. This is usually accompanied by persistent boredom and loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed. In some cases, the person becomes excessively irritable.

2. The chances of substance abuse increase drastically i.e. alcohol and drugs, in turn affecting the person’s interpersonal relationships.

3. The person faces cognitive dissonance and difficulty in concentration. As a result, even day-to-day things slip away from memory. Confusion and difficulty in making day-to-day decisions. 

4. Sleep disturbances become a common occurrence. They prefer to stay in bed for a longer duration of time. In some cases, patients may have trouble sleeping or suffer from insomnia.

5. There is a drastic alteration in the eating pattern. It is often marked by frequent over-eating or starving oneself, consequently leading to evident weight gain or loss.

6. Feeling of hopelessness, guilt, and/or pessimism is one of the most common symptoms. 

7. Sluggishness and decreased energy, feeling fatigued or weak all the time. On the contrary, some may experience restlessness, be hyper active or even have trouble sitting still. 

8. Frequent aches, cramps or pain in the body without any physical ailment.

Depression has a certain social stigma attached to it. As a result, in most cases, sufferers feel too shy or ignorant to reach out. They fail to realise that depression is just like any other disease and it’s not a sign of weakness or a negative personality. Therefore, there is an urgent need to create awareness in order to facilitate a change in our attitude and mindset regarding this medical condition which can actually be treated and dealt with.

THE LAST CONTINENT ANTARCTICA

At Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra Del Fuego in Argentina and the southernmost city in the world, we board the Grigoriy Mikheev, a Russian icebreaker. I am wearing a micro-fibre jacket made to order at a small Mumbai shop that supplies all kinds of mountaineering equipment. It’s not cold, but it’s windy enough to freeze. The icebreaker has nice, warm rooms.

The trip is turning out to be easier than I thought. Until the night that us 18 passengers step off the ship, into Zodiacs — inflatable boats — to zip off in the darkest night, not a star in the sky, towards a lighthouse, for dinner. I hold on to the rope handles with a death grip. I am vegetarian, I want to scream, let me go back to the ship! But the silence on board means everyone is nervous too. We are treated to one of the best meals at the restaurant and I tell the organiser, Captain Ben (and his wonderful wife and child) that the spinach and cheese-filled ravioli is unforgettable. They think my religion does not permit wine, but I am too chicken to admit I’m scared that imbibing could mean I would fall off the Zodiac on the way back. 

Mornings are amazing. We are travelling with scientists and researchers ready to share all kinds of information. Breakfast is as international as we choose. And inevitably long, because the conversation is so amazing. 

And yes, we have a cranky older Indian man travelling with his NRI son who, in five minutes, alienates everyone by announcing how much his ‘estate’ in Silicon Valley is worth.

The captain, an amiable Russian, indulges my nine-year-old son’s every question and earns the title of ‘Better than Google about sea stuff.’ He announces a contest: “An expedition hat for anyone who spots the first iceberg.”

First? Icebergs meant the jagged-edged things that sank the Titanic!

The NRI saves me from making a fool of myself: He asks if the little ship has any chance of survival. The captains’ laughter makes me feel better. The ship, he assures us, runs on the most advanced sonar equipment, but, he adds, we are free to wear life-jackets and wander about. We do. Over the next four days. At lunch, dinner and breakfast, and also when watching March of the Penguins in the TV room.

At breakfast, a biologist at our table makes it a point to tell us that the doctor is sitting at breakfast with us. I am busy looking at the odd tablecloth: It works like velcro, holding plates and forks and salt and pepper shakers down. Then we all understand why. The ship has entered something called Drake’s Revenge. When you see the sea one minute and the sky the next, you know you need the doc. He smiles kindly and puts a patch behind my ear. Give it half an hour and you will be asking for breakfast. 

Hah! Optimist!

The husband spots the first iceberg and we stare at the two-mile-long tabletop iceberg in pure awe. If that is 30 percent of what is under water, imagine the rest! The patch works like magic and although I am slowed down by the meds in my bloodstream, I am happy to be up and on the deck to watch the sighting of the first birds. We are close to land!

We take several Zodiac rides to little islands that are home to penguins and petrels and giant seals. And yes, it is not pink snow, it is penguin poo, and you can smell it all. My favourite moment: Getting within inches of the most delightful turquoise iceberg and seeing icicles and frozen plant life. 

Back on the ship, the entertainment room, usually full of an enthusiastic crew, is quiet. A cruise liner had been in an accident, and since we are close, we are going to monitor the rescue efforts. The NRI whines about imaginary delays and decides to write a complaint letter. Everyone is worried for the people on the liner, but they laugh when India’s Pride leans too far off the deck to take a picture with his fancy camera and his fancier phone falls out of his pocket and is swallowed by the sea. 

Bright light through the porthole wakes me up. It’s 2.30 a.m. I blink in the sunlight. Sunlight? I look outside. Land! I shake the husband and child up, excited to share the sight.

COGNITIVE COMPUTING

COGNITIVE COMPUTING

Clues can be about any topic on earth. There are no multiple choice questions. There is no option to phone a friend and winning entails an unerring focus on precision: You have to know the right answer. The human contestants were no ordinary contestants. They were grand champions who had amassed huge wins over many years based on their vast knowledge of the world. The company’s system wowed the world with its performance and this event was generally considered a very significant advance in the science and technology of natural language processing and artificial intelligence.

The Jeopardy! show signalled the dawn of a new kind of computing paradigm— Cognitive Computing, characterised by systems that learn with experience, that interact with humans in a manner more intuitive to humans (via speech, touch, or language), and that can be trained to excel in areas typically associated with human intelligence and requiring expertise. These systems are not programmed using declarative (if or then) rules, but trained and configured using examples. Cognitive Computing systems are playing an increasing role in our everyday lives and a perfect solution for business needs in the era of big data.

Five years have passed and today that system has advanced far beyond its question answering days. It is the most advanced cognitive computing platform in the world that includes core cognitive services ranging from deep text understanding, deep image understanding, machine learning and language processing. Today, cognitive solutions are reshaping industries and domains and scaling human expertise for professions across the board from wealth managers to oncologists to sales professionals.

I believe the defining challenge of our times is to create innovative solutions to some of the most pressing problems of the world—like healthcare and education—using Cognitive Computing.

This is particularly relevant for a developing country like India, where the need of the hour is to tackle challenges like urban transportation, healthcare and education in new and innovative ways. The opportunity is to engineer systems that learn (from examples) the unique requirements and characteristics of India and Indians and enabling expert services in a very personalised way.

Customer experience is being rapidly redefined by cognitive technologies. Today, robots with embedded cognitive technology are helping shoppers in stores in Japan. A retailer in North America provides specialised equipment for outdoor activities like camping or trekking. Fluid—a cognitive partner—developed a service called Xpress Personal Shopper (XPS) that is now deployed on the retailer’s website.

Using the XPS, customers can interact with the cognitive system using natural language dialogue to ask questions like, ‘I am going for a five-day camping trip in Utah. What gear do you recommend I need for this?’. The system can probe further and help the customer in meeting their needs in a very similar fashion to what an expert human agent in a store might do. From finding precise information about products to personalised recommendations of products, cognitive systems are redefining customer experience.

India is projected to have over 5 million developers by 2018, the largest of any nation in the world. How do we empower this force to build on the new paradigm of computing? The pressing need is for growing and ramping up expertise in the areas of machine learning and natural language processing and for platforms that enable building, training and configuring cognitive solutions easily.

There are cognitive platforms that enable developers to quickly create solutions composing services for complex technologies like deep learning, image processing, speech to text and natural language processing. Today, thousands of developers around the world and hundreds of ecosystem partners are building such solutions in many diverse fields.

As India is developing at a rapid pace, the number of people with surplus wealth is exploding. Banks and financial institutions are struggling to cater to this population with expertise to help with investment and taxation choices. Cognitive systems can help scale that expertise with advisors for investment recommendations, and bringing the massive amounts of information from financial news and investment advisory reports to the fingertips of wealth managers and investors.

We are living in exciting times. Within a short period of time, we can expect cognitive solutions to reshape and redefine our experience with many day-to-day activities through technologies that partner with humans to help us make better decisions and live our lives better.

- By Nandakishore Kambhatla, Distinguished Engineer & Senior Manager, Cognitive Technologies and Solutions, IBM Research

THE BEST CITIES TO LIVE

THE BEST CITIES TO LIVE

As the EIU ranking does not include cost of living as a criteria, we’ve also included the results from two other notable surveys and then used the rankings from all three to create an alternative top ten.

By using all three liveability rankings and awarding each city a score from 10 (for first) to 1 (for tenth) we’ve created an amalgamated/alternative top 10, which hopefully benefits from the best that the other three have to offer. Vienna is the only city to appear in all three top 10s, so it’s no surprise that it takes top spot in our combined top 10 and while the rest of our list doesn’t produce any major upsets, it’s worth bearing in mind that the differences between the cities is minimal. The EIU go so far as to say that there is relatively little difference between the first 64 cities of EIU’s liveability ranking, which are considered to have the “top tier of liveability”. 

In all three rankings mid-sized cities with lower population densities scored better, which explains why Australian, Canadian and European cities dominated top spots.

That said, while all three rankings have different findings, the overall pictures are similar and they have all been judged through a somewhat corporate lens. Both the EIU’s and Mercer’s indicators are rated based on a narrow perspective of liveability for well–remunerated expatriates and Monocle’s is targeted at the wealthy, mobile and cosmopolitan reader interested in culture, fashion and design.

Top 10 Best Cities To Live

10 | Toronto, Canada

Although ranked fourth in the EIU’s live ability ranking Toronto was ranked first in the EIU’s 2015 Safe Cities Index thanks to consistently high scores for live ability, cost of living, business environment, democracy and food security. Toronto’s motto is “Diversity Our Strength” and it really is one of the world’s most multicultural cities famous for a diverse choice of food, arts and festivals. The fifth largest city in North America and the largest city in Canada Toronto has vibrant downtown neighbourhoods. Although it has the second largest public transport system in North America gridlock on the roads is an issue as people commute from the Greater Toronto Area (home to over 6 million people) to avoid high housing costs in Toronto.

9 | Berlin, Germany

Since the Berlin wall came down the city has become a mecca for edgy creative types looking to enjoy the party atmosphere in a city brimming with galleries and a diverse nightlife. Since then it is earning a growing reputation as a tech hub as start-ups, and others, flock to the relatively low cost of living in the city. Having leapt up Monocle’s rankings to third spot, the magazine states “Berlin is far from passé….it’s simply at last transitioning into a post-poor but still sexy era.” Berlin still offers a colorful nightlife and tolerance but it also enjoys fabulous architecture, lots of green spaces and a quality of life that is relaxed and affordable.

8 | Munich, Germany

Munich represents conservative Germany and traditional values. The quality of living is high but expensive (by German standards). There are over 20 big parks in Munich and with just over 1.3 million residents the greenery and open spaces help give Munich a small town feel despite it being a large city. Strict building codes have ensured there are no high-rise buildings in the city center and its cobblestone alleyways and boutique stores have all helped Munich earn the distinction of being referred to as "the village with a million inhabitants".  Public transport is excellent, roads are well sign-posted and there are plenty of cycle lanes. The Oktoberfest is an annual highlight, but you can enjoy Munich’s famed beer gardens all year round (weather permitting).

7 | Tokyo, Japan

Ranked first by Monocle “due to its defining paradox of heart-stopping size and concurrent feeling of peace and quiet,” Tokyo has the world’s largest metro economy. With a population of around 13.3 million Tokyo is a city that thrives on efficiency and convenience. Public transport is clean, safe and prompt and strikes are unheard of. Amidst the hustle and bustle there is both calm and polished pristineness - where ancient rituals coexist with ultra modernity (the density of skyscrapers in Tokyo is among the top five in the world). Tokyo has the world’s highest volume of Michelin stars in a city but also excels at cheap street food. Although the cost of living is high so are most salaries

6 | Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and has ranked third on Mercer’s list for the third year in a row. In keeping with its rivals in Australia, Auckland boasts a sparkling harbor and beautiful beaches - perfect for outdoor activities.  Average income is around $21,000 a year but as Auckland’s natural wonders don’t cost anything, this is not a major issue. Low salaries however mean that Auckland has one of the world's 10 most overvalued housing markets. Affordable housing and infrastructure are Auckland’s weakest links, but $4.2 billion has been earmarked to improve Auckland’s transport system, which is a promising start.

5 | Zurich, Switzerland

Another great city for water lovers, Zurich has two rivers running through it and, of course, Lake Zurich. It is an artistic hub and boasts more than 50 museums and over 100 art galleries. Zurich is a clean and well-ordered city. According to Mercer Zurich scores highly for safety, absence of crime, few strikes, and timely public transport with airports very close to city centres and good schools, while the EIU says Zurich is the fourth most expensive city in the world. Luckily, with an average annual salary of $100,000 - this is not a problem for the majority of its inhabitants.

4 | Sydney, Australia

Elevated six positions by Monocle to fifth spot, seventh in the EIU ranking and tenth in Mercer’s - there is much more to Sydney than its iconic harbor. Like its archrival Melbourne, Sydney has four million inhabitants, enviable weather, plenty of green open spaces, pristine beaches, and fabulous food. Sydney is Australia's largest city. The cost of living is high in Sydney but housing is still considerably cheaper than New York, London and Hong Kong.

3 | Melbourne, Australia

The Victorian capital won perfect scores of 100 in the healthcare, education and infrastructure categories as well as in the sub-category of sport in the EIU’s ranking. Home to four million people, Melbourne enjoys a diverse and multicultural population. Melbourne is Australia's fastest-growing capital and the only city in the world to have won the title five consecutive times. Melbourne is Australia’s culinary capital and boasts a thriving cultural scene. Straddling the scenic Yarra River makes Melbourne a great place for boating and water sports and provides a great backdrop for the many harbor front bars and restaurants.

2 | Vancouver, Canada

Blessed with great weather and stunning scenery, Vancouver is one of a few select cities that haven’t managed to destroy the beauty of it surroundings - the 1001 acres of trees in Stanley Park, limits on urban growth, View Corridors and Vancouver Seawall have all helped make nature accessible for all on foot, bicycle and transit, making it both quicker and easier to access open spaces. Aside from its many outdoor attractions Vancouver also has great museums, excellent shopping, dining and nightlife. While housing is low to moderate compared with other global cities it is expensive by Canadian standards.  

1 | Vienna, Austria

Austria’s elegant capital, with its Habsburg-era coffee houses and architecture, palaces, operas and other cultural institutions make it a prime tourist destination. For those preferring the bright lights and hustle and bustle of say New York or London, Vienna might feel a little too sanitized and touristy, but Vienna has an abundance of green spaces and is positively brimming with culture. With a population of 1.7 million, Vienna boasts high employment and a low crime rate. It enjoys comprehensive health care and moderate housing costs and its extensive public transport system costs just 1 euro a day for an annual pass.

WHY DO PEOPLE GET SICK WHEN THE SEASONS CHANGE

WHY DO PEOPLE GET SICK WHEN THE SEASONS CHANGE

People seem to come down with a cold or the flu when the seasons change. But these dramatic temperature changes aren't the direct cause of these illnesses, experts say.

Rather, the temperature shifts permit a different group of viruses to flourish, and it's these viruses that make people sick, said Dr. Benjamin Kaplan, an internal-medicine physician at Orlando Health in Florida.

"Many studies show that rhinovirus and coronavirus are the two main agents of the common cold," Kaplan told Live Science. "Interestingly, they flourish in cooler weather, such as what we have in spring and fall."

Likewise, the influenza virus replicates and spreads most effectively when the air is cold and dry; "hence, people [tend to] get the flu in the wintertime," he said.

Summer illnesses arise from a combination of several factors. People with seasonal allergies often feel congested and develop runny noses and itchy eyes when they're near pollen, mold or grass. Their immune systems may go into overdrive as they react to these allergies, leaving them more vulnerable to viral contagions, Kaplan said.

However, these summer infections are usually milder than those caught in other seasons, he said.

Sometimes, people may mistake their allergies for a cold, Kaplan added. "In fact, it is said that the term 'hay fever' actually comes from the time when farmers would be collecting the hay at the end of summer and became 'sick with fever,'" he said. "But really, they were just suffering from severe exposure to allergens from the fields."

To avoid getting sick, it's best to follow this commonsense advice: "Practice good hand washing, get plenty of exercise, eat healthy and make sure to get at least 6 to 8 hours of restorative sleep [a night]," Kaplan said.

Also, don't be hoodwinked by flashy cures. Over-the-counter supplements— including Echinacea, vitamin C and zinc — are not significantly effective in preventing or curing colds, according to scientific studies, Kaplan said.

Spicy Cream Cheese Fiesta Roll-Ups

Spicy Cream Cheese Fiesta Roll-Ups

With just the right amount of spice, this colorful appetizer of rolled tortillas filled with a tangy cream cheese spread made with the Mr Sandeep Auluck ® Jalandhar Seasoning Blend will be the center of attention at any get-together to eat.

Ingredients::

• 4 large flour tortillas 
• 80 gm cream cheese (room temp.)
• 1/2 cup cheddar and  shredded cheese or Mexican cheese
• 2 tablespoon chopped bell-peppers(caspicum)(any color)
• 2 tablespoon chopped onion
• 2 tablespoon chopped lettuce
• 2 tablespoon chopped cucumber
• 2 tablespoon chopped green onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped tomatoes(no seeds)
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon pickle jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon crushed garlic or garlic powder
• pinch of Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Taco seasoning

Method::

Using medium speed of an electric mixer, beat together cream cheese and dressing mix until fluffy. Add onions, olives, roasted peppers and chilies; stir until blended. Spread mixture evenly over one side of each tortilla, leaving a 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) border. Tightly roll up each tortilla jelly-roll fashion. Wrap rolls individually in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Rolls may also be frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator. To serve, trim ends off each roll. Cut each roll into 8 pieces. Makes about 4 dozen roll-ups.

Variation Notes:

* Use bread slices instead of Tortillas.(roll the bread slice and spread the mixture and roll)

* Use tomato or spinach tortillas for color roll-ups.

* Use your choice of vegetables with cream-cheese, like olives, carrots, cabbage.

* Great for Kid's school lunch box.

Happy Picnicking!!!

TOURIST PALACE IN JHANSI JHANSI FORT

JHANSI FORT (“RANI JHANSI KA KILA”) TOURIST PALACE IN JHANSI.

Jhansi Fort is a most popular fort in history of Indian country, that famous also name by the “RaniJhansi ka kila”. Jhansi fort is situated on a large hilltop called Bangira, in Uttar Pradesh, Northern India. It served as a stronghold of the Chandela Kingsin Balwant Nagar from the 11th through the 17th century.

The name Jhansi is said to derive from the word “jhainsi” meaning indistinct. According to legend: “Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha sat on the roof of his palace with his great friend the Raja of Jaitpur. He asked his friend whether he could see the distant fort on Bangara hill. The reply was that he could see it “jhainsi” (indistinctly). It has been a mute spectator to the turns of events in the Indian history and withstood heavy bombardment of British forces during the First War Of Independence.

Jhansi ki Rani

The throne got shook, and the tension erupted among the Raajvanshs, the royal heirs of the throne, In aged India, a new wave of youth was spreading, All the inhabitants of India had realized the worth of their lost freedom, All of them had decided to get rid of the British rule, The old swords started glittering again like new ones in the form of the freedom movement in 1857. From the mouths of the Bandelas and the Harbolas (Religious singers of Bandelkhand), we heard the tale of the courage of the Queen of Jhansi relating how gallantly she fought like a man against the British intruders: such was the Queen of Jhansi.

Poem (Jhansi ki Rani)

Sinhasan hil uthey raajvanshon ney bhrukuti tani thi,
budhey Bharat mein aayee phir se nayi jawani thi,
gumee huee azadi ki keemat sabney pehchani thi,
door phirangi ko karney ki sab ney man mein thani thi.
Chamak uthi san sattavan mein, yeh talwar purani thi,
Bundeley Harbolon key munh hamney suni kahani thi,
Khoob ladi mardani woh to Jhansi wali Rani thi.

Summer Special Buttermilk Recipe

How To Make Smoked Chaas  Summer Special Buttermilk Recipe 

Learn how to make Smoked chaas at home a soothing & refreshing drink by Chef Ruchi Bharani.

Beat the heat like a true Indian, with India’s special and favourite soothing and refreshing Smoked Chaas. It is any easy to make and hassle free drink. So watch and learn how to make smoked chaas at home with chef Ruchi Bharani, only on Rajshri Food.

Ingredients:

– Curd

– Water

– Black/Regular Salt

– ghee

– Cumin Seeds

– Curry Leaves

– Green Chilli

– Coriander Leaves

– Coal

– Red Chilli Powder

Method:

– In a jar add some curd add water to it and little bit of salt and blend all of this together.

– For tadka, heat some ghee, cumin seeds, curry leaves, one green chilli and turn off the flame

– Add it to the chaas and add some coriander leaves to it

– Take coal and burn it in a flame, once it hot place it in a tiny bowl and put some ghee over it 

and some red chilli powder, place the bowl in the chaas and keep it for 2 minutes

– The smoke infused Chaas is ready to be serve!