Brazilian jiu-jitsu is basically the combat sport, in a martial arts world that translates to the ability for full training up to a certain age mainly somewhere between 30 and 40s. I have seen many students coming to academies and after a certain time, they just quit. But from my point of view, it’s the responsibility of the coach/instructor to be able to push the students beyond their own limits. If your coach is investing his time and energy in you, then be sure that you are doing a great job. Being in the state of learning also means that…
Author: Sanjeet
Passive life, junk food, and more stress is a perfect recipe for disaster. However, most of us rely on this recipe because we have no other way of carrying out our lives. We wake up every day just to go to the office, however, when we come back we do not have enough time to cook and that’s where the cheap takeaway comes in handy. These ready-made food items are high in sodium and other buffers which increase the shelf life of the food but have a very bad effect on the body. On the contrary, if we look at…
Getting into professional boxing requires a lot of work. You need to sacrifice your diet, get active and become much disciplined. All these things mean pure dedication and more than that consistency. Where most people focus on strength and endurance, it is important to keep in mind that technology and skill-based training is very important. A simple boxing training can be divided into four main categories. You start with a simple exercise that will help you strengthen your body and then you can move to simple technical details which include punching, kicking, and types of various other maneuvers. Once you have mastered…
Pregnancy is a time of joy, excitement, and anticipation. However, how does one announce pregnancy to a family? There are many different approaches to pregnancy announcement you can take on how to tell your parents or in-laws about the news. Some people prefer to share as soon as they know while others wait until after the first trimester when it’s less likely for there to be any complications. The best thing you can do is decide how you want to approach this with your partner and then come up with a plan together that will work well for both of…
Peeing does not prevent pregnancy. This is a common misconception that has been around for many years. Women have this idea in their heads but it does not do anything to stop the sperm from reaching an egg, which can cause pregnancy if fertilized but it has some benefits for your health. The only way to avoid pregnancy is by using some form of birth control during sex or abstaining from sexual activity altogether. In this article, we discuss whether peeing after sex prevents pregnancy and what implications come with it! Does peeing after sex prevent pregnancy? Yes and no,…
We are all aware of what spices are and how they can be used to add flavor to food. But have you ever heard about the most expensive spice across the world? It is called saffron, a rare plant that has now become an obsession for many people. The article will discuss its healing properties, cooking uses, cultivation, availability, and prices across different markets. What is saffron and what are its uses? Saffron comes from the saffron crocus flower. And each flower has three red stigmas — that’s the saffron. Most of the world’s saffron comes from a single country:…
Thai Holy Basil, a variety of the Ocimum genus in the Lamiaceae family, is native to Thailand and other countries in Southeast Asia. In Thai cuisine, it is used as an herb for many dishes including soups and stir-fries. The most notable dish that Thai holy basil is added to is Tom Yum soup which gives it its distinctive flavor. This article will tell you about thai basil, Thai basil benefits, and side effects as well as how thais use thai basil in cooking their favorite dishes! What is Thai Holy Basil? Thai Holy Basil is a variety of the…
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) and Basil (Genovese basil) are two herbs that have many benefits for you. But which is better for you? In this blog post, we will compare the health benefits, side effects, medicinal uses, and culinary uses of these two plants to help you decide. Holy basil is a different species than the common basil (sweet basil) and is commonly known as tulsi in Southeast Asia. It’s also better for you, but that doesn’t mean it tastes any less delicious! Holy Basil plant has more antioxidants and other nutrients than regular basil does. Plus, its medicinal properties…
Napping in the afternoon is a bad idea. People see it as lazy, tired, or sick. But in a study of people over 60, taking naps made them smarter. In a study, older adults who took an afternoon nap did better on a test. Now we know that naps can help us get smarter. A study was done with 2,214 people over 60 in China. 1,534 took naps and 680 did not. The study looked at both physical and mental health among these people. The observational study found that people who take naps score higher on the MMSE. The MMSE…
Ideally, you can eat spicy foods after 24-72 hours of wisdom teeth removal however solid & spicy foods should usually be avoided for at least a week following wisdom teeth extraction. You may enjoy adding a dash of hot sauce to your meals if you like to eat spicy food. But, after wisdom teeth removal, the best thing to do is set avoid having spicy food. If you’ve ever consumed hot pepper, you’re aware that spicy foods can irritate your gums and tongue. Recovering after wisdom teeth surgery can take anything from a few days to many weeks, although most…