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Dussehra fever is over but Diwali is around the corner again. It’s that time of the year when people are the happiest. One can witness uninterrupted celebrations, a sense of positivity all around. Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil, love over hate and hope over despair. Apart from the traditional fireworks and exchange of gifts, there are other rituals too which people love to follow religiously. And, cleanliness is one of them. Kitchen is considered to be a sacred place. Therefore, it needs to be kept clean. But, there are few elements inside the kitchen which are often left unattended. These pose a risk to your health and therefore needs detailed cleaning. Here is a list of such health hazards: KITCHEN SPONGES Kitchen sponges are the most unclean objects in the house, even dirtier than your bathroom sink. It’s advised to change them regularly or use them only after sanitizing in some bleach solution. GASKETS Rubber attracts mold and E. coli....

Karva Chauth is round the corner again. This year, it will be celebrated on 27th October. Traditionally, married Hindu women observe fast to seek the longevity and well-being of their husbands. Unmarried women, too, celebrate this festival for their prospective grooms. Fasting can be difficult as it uses up a lot of body energy. Therefore, it's important to take care of your health, without compromising on the festive mood while fasting. Healthy Fasting Tips: 1. Lack of fluids can cause dizziness. So, drink sufficient water to keep your body hydrated. 2. Avoid or reduce the consumption of dehydrating foods like salt and coffee. 3. Avoid sugar in all forms, as it lowers the blood sugar level in your body and makes you feel thirsty. 4.  An empty stomach induces mood swings. Therefore, it is advised to take proper rest the day before fasting. 5.  Opt for a light meal the day before the fasting. A heavy meal won’t help as opposed to the gener...

The festive season has already set in.  Dussehra fever is over but Diwali is around the corner again. It’s that time of the year when people are the happiest. One can witness uninterrupted celebrations, a sense of positivity all around. Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil, love over hate and hope over despair. Apart from the traditional fireworks and exchange of gifts, there are other rituals too which people love to follow religiously. Cleanliness is one of them. Days before the lights festival, people jump into the task of cleaning their homes. It is believed, Goddess Lakshmi visits only those homes of her devotees which are clean and tidy. This also entitles people to let go of their old and welcome new elements to their home. Here are the steps by which you can clean and organise your kitchen: ·        One of the quickest ways of Diwali cleaning is to discard unwanted things out of the kitchen. Plan well and g...

The numerous benefits of Hydrogen Peroxide make it a great chemical to use for various domestic purposes, primarily as a cleaning and disinfecting agent. Here are a few reasons why it deserves a place inside your kitchen: You can keep your cutting board and kitchen countertop clean Spray some hydrogen peroxide on the dirty surfaces of your cutting board and kitchen countertop. After some time, scrub and rinse them clean. You can get rid of unwanted baked-on crud from utensils Make a paste by adding hydrogen peroxide to baking soda and rub onto the surface of your dirty pans and pots. Leave it for some time. Scrub the surface with a sponge and wash it off with some warm water. You can keep your kitchen appliances clean Hydrogen peroxide is non-toxic in nature. Hence, it’s safe for cleaning the kitchen appliances too. Spray some hydrogen peroxide on the inner and outer surfaces of your kitchen appliances, allow it to sit for a few minutes and then wipe clean. ...