Life Style
Fuse ethnic with western pieces smartly
New Delhi: Wondering how to revamp your closet this summer? Try to get your hands on kurtis to complement summer-friendly palazzos or Farshi pants.
Meena Bindra, chairperson, BIBA, shares what to pick this season:
Fabrics:
* Breathable fabrics like cotton and linen silhouettes are winners when it comes to summer season.
Prints
* Bright and quirky prints, understated and exquisite hand embroideries in dual tones will certainly make you a diva.
* For special occasions, opt for subtle gold prints on the waistband or team up a pastel shade kurti with gold dupatta to give you that elegant chic look.
* Going overboard with bling is a big no-no while minimal is the true calling for the season.
Colours
* White is definitely a safe and stylish bet.
* Experiment with pink, orange, emerald green, lime, turquoise, deep red and peach along with pastels like powder pink and silky mauve.
Cuts
* Clean, asymmetrical cuts, long slits, extensive flare in crinkled fabrics are the ‘in trends’ this summer for tops, tunics and kurtis.
* Straight cut kurtis coupled with complementing sheer panels are good too.
Kurta or kurtis
* Double layered and high slit kurtis are in vogue this season.
Chic bottom wears
* Team up the kurtis with palazzos, Farshi pants or even flared culottes.
Health
These three drinks can be a blessing for your gas and acidity problems
ily foods, spicy dishes, fried fares… Done it all and regretting it? If you’re suffering from acid reflux, you probably know what to eat and what to avoid. But is there anything to relieve you from such digestive issues? Well, there are certain drinks for acidity to improve your digestive health, if you consume them regularly.
Ready to find out? Let’s go!
In an Instagram video, nutritionist and health coach Neha Ranglani has suggested that to calm your acid reflux, you need to help your food get digested well. This can be done by improving your stomach acid production and healing your stomach cells. And these drinks that she has suggested, can help with just that, allowing you to digest your food well without the burn.
Here are 6 drinks for acidity:
1. Cucumber juice
Cucumber is a favourite salad ingredient in summer because of its cooling properties. Consuming cucumber juice can be really beneficial for relievingacid reflux because it is highly nutritious as it provides your body with both fibre and water which is needed for better digestion and has a low calorie volume. What’s more? It can also keep you full and help you avoid reaching out to junk foods!
2. Lemon water
Lemon can do you a world of good! Being rich in vitamin C and B and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium—drinking lemon water regularly will not only help you burn fat but will resolve your digestive issues such as acidity. Moreover, lemon water contains laxative properties that can help improve your bowel movements and clear toxins from the body, keeping you hydrated.
3. Ginger water
Ginger aka adrak, is a very well known ingredient that has been used for ages to help relieve acidity and gas. Also, if you are facing digestive issues due to overeating or undigested food, consuming ginger water can help in emptying your stomach. You can also consume it by adding it to soups, subzi or curry, and even tea. Remember that you’re not allowed to consume ginger in excess amounts.