Umashankari last signed in Feb 22 2012 and has been on Bukisa since May 14, 2009.
I live in Bangalore, India. Mother of four daughters, all grown up and settled. I live with my old parents. Somebody asked "empty nest?", and I thought to myself, "Just more space!!"
Currently trying my hand at fiction writing - sent my first story for a competition. Don't know what the result is going to be like.
I love health-related topic. I firmly believe our body can heal itself so long as we don't poison it with random doctor-prescribed medicines. Just give nature a chance to do its job!!
The beginnings of obesity epidemic coincides with increasing prescriptions of serotonin-reuptake-inhibiting antidepressants (SSRIs) like Prozac and Paxil since the 80's for even simple behavioral and psychological problems. And this is not coincidental, but very much interconnected.
Havelis are huge ancestral mansions built by the business community of Rajasthan in India.
Monosodium glutamate or ajinomoto is a flavor enhancer that is added to many dishes in Chinese/Japanese cooking, but researchers believe it stimulates and excites the nerves and you may experience anxiety.
The Bishnois, a community in the Rajasthan state in India, show it is possible for us to live in harmony with nature.
This is what happens when the government succumbs to the pressures of big businesses and subsidizes processed food.
Secret to stall aging lies in limiting calories (and carbohydrates) and including colorful vegetables and fruits rich in antioxidants.
Kegel exercises may restore confidence in women with bladder control problems.
Cows make a sound economic as well as ecological investment.
Having a hearty breakfast stops uncontrollable food cravings during the day.
Plastics contain toxins that can leach into your food through the plastic packaging. Plastic containers carry certain code numbers that indicate the type of polymer material used to manufacture the plastic container.
The Top Four Keys To Building A Rock Solid Marriage by monica55
The marriages of today are under an attack from several forces: Economic crunch, altered morality, unrealistic expectations, and easy divorce just to name a few. Therefore, to secure a lasting marriage, couples must build it up with strong materials.
TheSilverPhoenix on Can Ajinomoto or Msg Make You Anxious? on 13th, May 2011
5 Stars from me. I enjoyed reading this article on Ajinomoto. The photos and the video enhanced it to its fullest.
TheSilverPhoenix on Havelis, The Colorful Ancestral Mansions of Rajasthan in India on 13th, May 2011
5 Stars from me. I enjoyed the article immensely as well as the photographs of the havelis. The arcitecture is truly breathtaking.
Shobhana N Ramankutty on Havelis, The Colorful Ancestral Mansions of Rajasthan in India on 6th, Mar 2011
Beautiful artwork. Magnificent architecture
www.labserve.in on Stress and Diabetes on 3rd, Mar 2011
Thanks for sharing!
www.labserve.in on Can Ajinomoto or Msg Make You Anxious? on 3rd, Mar 2011
Thanks for sharing!
monica55 on Can Antidepressants Lead to Weight Gain? on 9th, Feb 2011
A very educational and enlightening piece. Thanks for the read. Monica.
monica55 on Havelis, The Colorful Ancestral Mansions of Rajasthan in India on 9th, Feb 2011
The Havelis is a wealth of artwork, and the intricate architectural designs renders them priceless. Another great piece. Monica
monica55 on Can Ajinomoto or Msg Make You Anxious? on 9th, Feb 2011
WOW! MSG Is very scary. It is definitely one of those things I'll stay clear of. A very educational read. Monica.
monica55 on Bishnois, The Community For Whom Eco-Conservation is a Religion on 9th, Feb 2011
It had to take such a massacre for the authorities to see how they are ruining the ecological systems. I'm sure that the governments are finding out now though that conservation of the ecological systems is not a luxury; it is an absolute necessity. Well done Uma. Thanks for the share. Monica.
monica55 on How an Average American is Made Fat on 9th, Feb 2011
A great share. Your shrewd observation has served you well. It led you to this intelligent investigation, and subsequently this brilliant article. Thanks for sharing. Monica.
for The Tooth, The Whole Tooth And Nothing But The Tooth on 22nd, May 2011
Stories are a great way drive in lessons. well done.
for Billy’s Bag of Lego Bricks on 22nd, May 2011
You have whipped up a gripping story. Great style!!
for Parenting: Meeting The Challenges With Greater Success. on 29th, Mar 2011
You write it with so much passion and conviction that I find it touching my heart. A small child can't be fooled; they see through parent's pretences, though they may not be able to express it so. And they instinctively value honesty.
for Fifteen Fun Ways TO Boost Your Memory on 11th, Jan 2011
Great advice. You put so much thought into these. Another sure way to boost memory: putting your mind whooly into all of your action.
for Want to Reduce Fat Post-Marriage? on 7th, Jan 2011
Helpful suggestions, well thought-out.
for Crystal Resurfacing/dermabrasion Treatment And Its Effect on Your Skin on 7th, Jan 2011
Very interesting. Good to learn about anti-aging treatments as I need them myself.
for Enter The Mind of The Bully on 7th, Jan 2011
Very insightful and enlightening.
for Badmaash Company : What we Learn? on 5th, Jan 2011
Enjoyed this hilarious post.
for Let's Beat The Addiction to Carbonated Soft Drinks, Soda Drinks And Diet Soda on 4th, Jan 2011
Well researched article. Liked it.
for My Top 20 Social Bookmarking Sites That Are Very Effective on 4th, Jan 2011
Useful info for all.
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