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How does smoking affect sleep cycle and explain the effect nicotine on sleep quality and ability to fall asleep Sleep Cycle Disruption: Smoking can disrupt the natural sleep cycle, leading to disturbances in both rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and non-REM sleep stages. Smokers often experience shorter total sleep duration, decreased deep sleep, and increased wakefulness during the night. This …

BENGALURU / July 11, 2023 – Family planning enables women to bear a child when they are in position to provide emotional, physical, and financial support. This helps prevent issues such as postpartum depression and psychosis in mothers and emotional deprivation and neglect in children. As Indian society moves towards nuclear families, the importance of thoughtful family planning is becoming …

In the below article, we explain to you why spinal stenosis is serious in older patients and needs timely intervention. Read on to know more about the symptom and treatment options to manage it. Lumbar canal stenosis is loss of space and narrowing of the spinal canal, causing compression of the spinal nerves. It is said that nearly 12 to 21 percent of the older population …

The heart of India, Madhya Pradesh offers an abundance of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural wonders. This diverse state has earned its reputation as a favoured destination among tourists. One of the key factors contributing to its allure is its exceptional transport connectivity. In this article, we will explore why Madhya Pradesh stands out as a state with unmatched …

INGREDIENTS Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Brownies ¾ cup + ½ cup GALAXY® FUSIONS 2 sticks unsalted butter 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/8 teaspoon salt Food-grade red color 2 teaspoons white vinegar 4 eggs 1½ cups all-purpose flour Cream Cheese Drizzle 2 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened ½ cup …

INGREDIENTS Sundae One Ingredients: 2 tablespoons M&M’S® 1 scoop vanilla ice cream 1 tablespoon strawberry sauce 2 tablespoons whipped cream 1 maraschino cherry   Sundae Two Ingredients:  2 tablespoons M&M’S® 1 scoop strawberry ice cream 1 tablespoon chocolate sauce 2 tablespoons whipped cream 1 each maraschino cherry Sundae Three Ingredients:  2 tablespoons M&M’S® 1 scoop chocolate ice cream 2 tablespoons …

INGREDIENTS Strawberry Filling: ½ c SNICKERS® Bars, ¼” chopped 1 c strawberry preserves Peanut Butter Frosting: 1¼ c vanilla frosting 6 T peanut butter, no sugar added 4 lb biscuit dough, raw Assembly for 1 Bite: 1 boca bite, baked and cooled ¼ T peanut butter frosting (above) ½ t chocolate sauce, to finish ½ t SNICKERS® Bars, ¼” chopped …

INGREDIENTS 1 box (25oz) fudge brownie batter, prepared 2 t TABASCO® Chipotle Sauce 1½ c GALAXY® FUSIONS, ¼” chopped DIRECTION Preheat oven to 350°F. Add chipotle sauce into prepared brownie batter. Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Fill each cup one quarter of the way with the infused batter. Top with 1¼ teaspoons of chopped GALAXY® FUSIONS. Push chocolate down …

Noncommunicable diseases like diabetes are on the rise in India and it is linked to several illnesses. The diagnosis of diabetes invariably raises concerns about long-term complications involving various body organs and the kidney is one of the most susceptible yet disregarded ones. It is observed that more than 1/3rd of the people suffering from diabetes are susceptible to kidney …

The cuticle is a layer of clear skin located along the bottom edge of your finger or toe. This area is known as the nail bed. The cuticle function is to protect new nails from bacteria when they grow out from the nail root. The area around the cuticle is delicate. It can get dry, damaged, and infected. It’s important …