Life Style
Couture in India has evolved: Anju Modi
New Delhi: Designer Anju Modi, who took inspiration from Persia for her latest bespoke line titled ‘Kashish’, says couture in India has become more streamlined and creative minds are focussing on design more than ever.
“Couture in India has evolved; it has become more focussed and design oriented than it was before. Not just from the perspective from the designers, but also the customers, there is a sense of maturity with how our clients and customers view the garments,” Modi told IANS.
The collection, which she showcased at the Amazon India Couture Week 2015, has lehangas and anarkalis.
“I like to work on concepts and inspirations that reflect my state of mind at that point of time. It is inspired by Persia, the miniature art developed by one of the richest ancient civilisations, the philosophical work of the renowned poet and scholar Rumi, their design repertoire and their architectural influences.
“The civilisation’s diverse and cultural rich contributions offered quite an extensive inspiration for this couture collection for me. Kashish, as an abstract inspiration, is about the aspiration, the desire to attain; and as a physical manifestation, it will reflect the Islamic and Persian influences,” said the designer.
The designer says that couture, and the craftsmanship behind it, is always the core and the centre of her collections.
“Since this season is about Persia, the grandiose of the extant civilisation reflects in the opulence of the collection,” she said.
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.