What is khiru in dosa batter (Image source: Canva) Many Indian kitchens regularly use fermented foods like dosa batter. Soaking, grinding, and fermenting rice and lentils is easy, but it depends a lot on how long you do it, how hot it is, and where you keep it. Fermentation makes food taste better, feel better,…
DIY enthusiasts often face a silent drain on their mobile data through automatic WhatsApp media downloads. Image Credit: Google Gemini In modern times, there is no shortage of smartphones lying alongside hammers and spades in our house, as they are just as important as these tools for us. Be it for checking tutorials on how…
Gardeners are finding success in deterring deer, rabbits, and rodents from their plants by using strongly scented soap. This eco-friendly method creates a “smell fence” that confuses animals’ senses, encouraging them to forage elsewhere There is a silent battle taking place in backyard gardens. For many home gardeners, the bittersweet moment of seeing their favourite…
Tired of stubborn household smells? Forget chemical sprays! Homeowners are rediscovering a simple kitchen staple: white vinegar. Leaving a bowl out overnight neutralizes odors by chemically attacking alkaline scent particles. The smell phenomenon is one that we are all too familiar with. Having returned from an unusually late dinner or entered the living room, where…
People are finding a novel way to cover windows using old newspapers. This traditional method offers privacy and helps regulate room temperature. It is a budget-friendly and environmentally conscious choice. Living in a new space is often an immediate experience because you realise that windows are made to be transparent, and curtains aren’t cheap. Whether…
An American survey has revealed a lack of knowledge about the link between diets and cancer risk. This is seen in the fact that almost 45% of Americans are not aware of the fact that processed meats are linked with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. The results of the study were obtained during a…
The wall clock is not just a tool that enables us to measure the passing of time, but is also considered an important element of interior design and energy. As per the principles of Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui, the positioning of the wall clock can affect the energy of the house.Placing it in the…
Tired of stubborn, burnt-on food residues? A simple microwave trick offers a low-energy solution. By creating localized steam, tough grime softens, making cleanup effortless without harsh chemicals. We have all been there before. You finally decide to indulge yourself in home-cooked food when you realise that the pan on which the lasagne was prepared, or…
Tired of bitter coffee? A pinch of salt can surprisingly transform your brew. This simple trick acts as a biochemical filter, suppressing bitterness and revealing subtle sweet and fruity notes. Everyone knows how this goes: waking up and longing for the best brewed cup of coffee possible, only to realise that the coffee is either…
A lawsuit filed in Texas has brought renewed attention to the safety of energy drinks, particularly among teenagers. The case centres on the death of 17-year-old Larissa Rodriguez, a high school cheerleader from Weslaco, whose family claims excessive caffeine intake from a popular energy drink contributed to her sudden death. According to attorneys, a coroner’s…
