Jennifer Lopez suffers nervous breakdown…

October 8, 2008 at 3:33 pm | Posted in celebrity news | Leave a comment
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The singer-and-actress, who has two children with husband Marc Anthony, was working on movie ‘Enough’ in 2002 when she ‘froze’ and realised she had to slow down.

She told website The Daily Beast: ‘There was a time when I was very overworked and I was doing music and movies and so many things. I was suffering from a lack of sleep. And I did have a kind of nervous breakdown. I froze up in my trailer. I was like, ‘I don’t want to move. I don’t want to talk. I don’t want to do anything.’ It was on that movie ‘Enough’.

“I kept saying, ‘I’m not weak. I’m not weak.’ It’s funny what tricks your mind plays on you. I just didn’t want people to think I was falling apart.’

Jennifer decided not to consult a therapist about the breakdown, but followed her doctor’s instructions to take a break from her hectic schedule.

She added: ‘My bodyguard picked me up and put me in the car and they took me to a doctor. Right away they want to give you pills. But I have never liked the idea of pills and kept saying no. My doctor said. ‘You’re sleep deprived. You’re overworked. Go home and go to bed.’ He told me to go back to work on Monday after a weekend of sleeping. So that’s what I did. I’ve still never been to a shrink. I’m not a shrinky person.” (from: www.music-news.com)

REMEMBER!!!…for your nail…

September 25, 2008 at 3:42 am | Posted in healthy living, lifestyle | Leave a comment
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For your nails to be healthy your diet should include a lot of fruits and raw vegetables so that they get the required vitamins, minerals and enzymes. Eat food that is rich in silicon like broccoli, fish and onions. Eat foods rich in biotins like whole grains. Drink plenty of water and other fruit juices. Food rich in zinc and vitamin B will strengthen your nails. Fresh carrot juice rich in calcium and phosphorous is perfect for strengthening nails. In addition remember the following things:

  • Lack of vitamin A and calcium in your body causes dryness and brittleness.
  • Lack of protein, folic acid and vitamin C causes hangnails.
  • White bands across the nails are a result of protein deficiency.
  • A lack of sufficient hydrochloric acid can cause splitting nails.
  • Lack of vitamin B12 can lead to dryness, very rounded and curved ends and darkening of nails.
  • Insufficient zinc can cause development of white spots on the nails.
  • Cuts and cracks in the nails may indicate a need for more liquids.
  • Red skin around your cuticles can be caused by poor metabolism of essential fatty acids. (www.indobase.com)

    • Feng Shui and Garden, what is that?

    September 22, 2008 at 5:59 pm | Posted in lifestyle | Leave a comment
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    According to Feng Shui your garden too can be used to attract Chi to your house, which will increase your good fortune and wealth. The same principles of Feng Shui that are applied to your house are applied to your garden. The basic principles of the five elements, the Bagwa, the importance of compass directions and the basic remedies of Feng Shui apply to your garden as well. The garden is considered Yin and your home Yang, so the effect that your house and garden together create should be balanced. The flowerbeds and paths in the garden should be curved in order to counter the straight lines and angles of the house. The most important thing is that your garden and house should suggest a balance between Yin and Yang.

    Balance in the garden can be achieved by using contrasting material like rough rocks and a smooth water pond. This contrast also signifies the balance between stillness (rocks) and movement (water). If your garden is too small for a water pond, you can use a birdbath or fountain instead. Water attracts positive energy and water is symbolic of wealth. If you have a water source in your garden clean it at regular intervals. If it has a leak plug it immediately as it will cause wealth to be drained away from your house. Use plants with thick fleshy leaves in your garden. Do not use plants with spikes or sharp leaves in your garden as they create negative energy that can lead to tension in the household. Plant colorful flowers in your garden through out the year as they attract positive energy. (from: www.indobase.com)

    Makeup Builds Up Confidence…

    September 22, 2008 at 5:53 pm | Posted in lifestyle | Leave a comment
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    Makeup can boost up confidence and sense of feel-good factor. People feel more socially inclined after doing makeup and knowing how to do it correctly can transform a recluse into an outgoing person. Indulge yourself with our beauty, body care and makeup tips, do a manicure and chase away the feeling of weariness and rejuvenate yourself to undertake the upcoming challenges of each day. Views on beauty are changing. It is not only about cosmetics but being fit, healthy, relaxed and clean. Even men want to know how to get the closest shave possible and about massage oils that can help them relax after that strenuous workout.

    If high-class spas and expensive beauty saloons are out of your reach you can use the makeup tips given here and find more about the aromatherapy, facial treatments, massage tips and homemade recipes that you can prepare at home. Know how to make your eyebrows, eyes and lips look more beautiful, help the bride out with the valuable tips given here, know more about body designing and how to apply makeup in different seasons such as monsoons, winter and summer, in this section. (from: www.indobase.com)

    Maestro of Fashion, Christian Dior

    September 22, 2008 at 5:44 pm | Posted in lifestyle | Leave a comment
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    Christian Dior was a man known for his creative ingeniousness. Coming from a family which dealt with manufacturing chemicals and fertilizers, he streamed right in the opposite direction but quite effectively making a name for himself in the fashion fraternity which conferred him a lot of accolades for his artistic way of dealing with clothes. He was a master of his trade leaving no loose ends to complain about. Though his style was different from the usual, it was this uniqueness which gave him an impetus to make his designs viable globally. He had brought with his designs a revolution in women’s attires once again making Paris as a centre of the fashion industry.

    Christian Dior was an influential fashion designer and the founder of the Doir Empire. Born on January 21, 1905 in France, he attended the École des Sciences Politiques to fulfill his parent’s wishes. Though his family wished that he would become a diplomat, much to there surprise their child was more interested in art rather than being a diplomat. To make money he used to sell his fashion sketches at 10 cents each. He opened a small art gallery in 1928 from the money he received from his father. But due to the family’s financial disaster he was forced to close his gallery and worked with Robert Piguet and later joined the fashion house where he and Pierre Balmain were the primary designers. In 1945 he went into business for himself, backed by Marcel Boussac, the cotton-fabric magnate. He opened his own fashion house in 1946 and presented his first collection by the name “Corolle” which popularly gained the name New Look. Known for his sensual looks given to attires, he was a master in creating shapes and silhouettes. He died on october23, 1957.

    Promotions and Success


    After his first design, this had already ensured his place in the global forum of fashion, his subsequent designs also made a large impact on the ramp. The H-line in 1954 and the A-line in 1955 became as popular as the first one and people started to look upto him as a source of inspiration. The company expanded not only in terms of stores but also ventured into new forums. After his death his company was managed by his grand daughter who made the company reach new heights. Some of the awards won by the company include: Neiman Marcus award, Dallas (1947), Remise de la legion d’honneur a Christian Dior (1950), Parsons School of Design Distinguished Achievement award, New York (1956), Fashion Industry Foundation award, to the House of Dior, New York (1990).

    Brand and clientele


    The brand originally which excelled in apparels have extended its shores to ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes, watches, perfumes, make up, ties and other accessories. The brand also comprises of Baby Dior products. The Dior tradition of dealing with beautiful fabrics led to the creation of international merchandising labels for gloves, furs, and jewellery. Dior flagship boutiques are found in Paris, London, Milan, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, New York, Boston, Los Angeles, Honolulu, Las Vegas, and San Francisco, Seoul, Madrid, Miami, Barcelona, New Delhi, and Shanghai. (www.indobase.com)

    Buying Man Suits… (some tips…)

    September 22, 2008 at 5:22 pm | Posted in lifestyle | 1 Comment
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    Everything abour buying man suits…

     

    Man fashion suit is one such wardrobe that can be found in every man’s cupboard. This dress can elegantly sail from business meetings to cocktails to wedding parties. Till quite a few years, men used to go in for custom suits that are specially tailored. But now the trend is moving towards ready-made suits. They appear to be a better deal, as they are less expensive and hassle free. There are a variety of haute couture man fashion suit styles flooded in the designer showrooms. Jacket style suits are in vogue. Buying man suit can be challenging so here are some man suit fashion tips:

    • Out of the diverse range, all are not quality suits. Therefore, it becomes of vital importance to possess knowledge about the fabric.
    • Buy something that goes in accordance with your personal taste. When you’ll go shopping a suit, the exotic varieties they’ll show you, you’re bound to be in dilemma.
    • Jacket can be single or double breast. If you are fit, then double breast is just apt for you. But if you are overweight, then going in for single style jacket that doesn’t fold would be a better option. But the latest fashion is of single jackets even among thin people owing to its sleek look.
    • The right collar style is the one that is touching your neck from the back but doesn’t encroach upon the shirt collar. There should be a gap of 1 inch between your shirt collar and suit collar.
    • Shoulder pads should stand out stiff to give you the perfect look.
    • The sleeves of the suit must be long enough bedecking your wrist. Your shirt length should be more than that of your suit jacket.
    • Stitching threads should not show on your suit.
    • Always try your suit before buying to see if there is a free movement or not.
    • Jackets come up with different buttons. You can have 2 buttons or 3-4-button jacket but the hottest jacket style is the one with three buttons.
    • As far as slits are concerned, the best option for thinner men is no slit and for the bulky ones, the better option is two slits.
    • As important is the jacket in suit fitting, equally vital is pant. For correct waist size, ensure that there should be at least a space of two fingers.
    • Pleated trousers have always been in fashion but the latest fashion is of flat-front pants. Cuffed trousers are just perfect for taller men. But for shorter ones, it’s a no.

    Next time you go shopping for the suit, keep these tips in mind and make a conscious decision. (from: www.indobase.com)

    Sugar..oh..sugar… (Hate Sugar!!!)

    September 22, 2008 at 3:15 pm | Posted in healthy living | Leave a comment
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    Each time you eat a snack containing sugar or starch (carbohydrates), the resulting acid attack on your teeth can last up to 20 minutes, and a lot of snacks and drinks contain sugar. How much sugar? A single can of pop contains up to 10 teaspoons of sugar, and if you think that natural sugar (like the sugar in raisins or other fruit) is better for your teeth it’s not. Sugar is sugar, and the average Canadian consumes over 40 kilograms of sugar each year!

     

    How can you defeat the sugar bug?

    Beat the Clock – foods that are eaten during a meal usually pose less of a threat to teeth because of the additional saliva produced during mealtime eating. Saliva helps to wash food particles from your mouth and lessen the damage from acid.

    Brush & floss those teeth – toothbrushing is important, and you should brush twice a day. Did you know that if you don’t floss, you miss cleaning up to 35% of each tooth? If you’re not sure how to floss, just ask your dentist.

    Stock up on Dairy Products – yogurt and cheese, milk and milk products contain things that are good for your teeth. Everything that’s made from milk is a good source of calcium – an essential nutrient for the development of bones and teeth. Some scientific studies have shown that eating cheese might actually help to protect your teeth from cavities by preventing something called demineralization (the loss of important calcium in your teeth). (from: www.healthyteeth.org)

    Man Clothing Tips (just for man…)

    September 22, 2008 at 1:58 pm | Posted in lifestyle | 1 Comment
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    Here are some clothing style tips for men that will provide guidelines regarding the right man fashion clothing for different body type. These man-clothing tips can be a great help in adorning you but you must follow the advice seriously.

    • Short waist men should avoid wearing trousers / jeans at waist. Low waist jeans are not the right type for you. Tucking your top would not be a very good option. Pullovers are apt for your personality. Short lengthy tank tops are a total no because they tend to highlight your short waist. Contrast concept wont look very good as it would interfere with the vertical flow. So a combo of pink shirt and black trouser should not be chosen. Ask your tailor to keep an inch higher on waist while taking measurement.
    • Long waist men need to do things the other way round when compared to short waisted guys. Guys your perfect fashion style is low waist jeans with a contrasting shade T-shirt tucked inside. Double breast jacket is just ideal for you so as to prevent people’s eyes from falling particularly on your legs. So boys now are you understanding how to divert people’s attention? Opt for belts with a big buckle.
    • Men with flat butts should firstly make sure that they wear proper fit pants. Straight leg trousers are just perfect for you because they divert the attention from back and camouflage your body feature. On the contrary there are men with big butts. For them it’s important to wear proper undergarments, which includes biking shorts & boxer briefs as they tightly hold your body. Attire low waist pleated flat front trousers, as they would go well with your personality.
    • If you have a large belly, your wardrobe should have a combination of light fabric and dark color. Light shades tend to accentuate your big belly. You should make it a point to wear a vest as it prevents loose skin flow from taking place. Long sleeve T-shirt is the right kind for you. Avoid low waist jeans.
    • Even if you are dressed in ethnic clothing there are many options available with you but again as mentioned earlier all types are not meant for you. Shorter men and fleshy guys should wear knee long kurtas. Tall guys can opt for calf length kurta also.

    So guys by now you must have got a clear idea as to what would suit you so follow these tips and disguise your bad body features. We hope that next time you go shopping you’ll be focused as to what you want & not get lured by styling or designing of apparel. (from: www.indobase.com)

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