As the summers are approaching, it's time to bid goodbye to all those layers of clothing and layers of fat in our midriff! There are numerous ways to achieve so however I used to feel hopeless before I discovered sculptshe.com

1. Count your macros: Weight loss is 80% diet and 20 % exercise. So the first step towards losing that weight is to cut down your macronutrients. Half the amount of rice you usually eat, cut down one roti and so on. There is nothing possible like spot reduction, so you need to focus losing that weight uniformly.

2. Go on a Calorie deficit diet: The second point also pertains to diet because believe me, diet IS going to make the biggest difference! It's simple mathematics. When you burn more calories than you consume, you are going to lose weight and vice versa! Since you cannot burn too many calories by workout alone, you need to cut down your calories drastically.

3. Abdominal exercises: All type of crunches are going to be your best friend.

4. Don't skip cardio: Just focusing on the midriff won't do the trick. You need to put your entire body to work to shed that flab.

Cheat code to get a flat tummy:

Not all of us can burn that stubborn tummy fat! It requires a lot of hard work, dedication and time. However that should not deter us from wearing that pretty little bodycon dress that we saved for summers! So I have a quick solution for you all! Sculptshe.com has the best shapewear for tummy and waist. I wish I had found the site before, I would not have to flaunt my tyres last year. Thankfully, this year it's going to be different for me!

a. Shapewear: It's a life saver. Literally. It shapes your hips, waist and thighs. You can use it daily and it's a boon for new mommies in their post partum period. It slims your waist and thighs and gives maximum compression. 

Pros of the shapewear:

► Natural Butt Lift

► Removable & Adjustable Straps

► Side Zipper to maintain invisibility underneath all clothing;

► Zipper on crotch available for easy bathroom use;

► Low Back so you can wear this underneath backless dresses.

b. Waist Trainer: It can be worn during workout because it does not roll up. Has double waist belts that ensure maximum compression and has adjustable velcro straps. It reduces three sizes instantly. It's highly elastic and durable. This site definitely has the best workout trainer.

So fellas, how have you decided to get that flat tummy?

 Am I the only one or do you also feel that we pay so much lesser attention to a man's wardrobe? Well I definitely feel so. Look at the apparel market and it's inundated with women's and kids' outfits. When was the last time you bought something formal/expensive for your husband/ brother/ father or any man in your life? With working from home the new norm, even trousers have taken a back seat.

My husband is no different and he has least interest in buying clothes. Partly because I am the 'stylist' of the family; partly because he's at the hospital for more than 15 hours a day wearing his scrub or Operation theatre costume (as people would say). So when a Zoom meeting was organised where it was made mandatory to dress up formally for men, I was on the hunt to find a new suit for him.

After scouring the internet, I came across allaboutsuit.com/ which has every possible formal wear for men at very attractive price points. From suits to blazers, pants to vest, wedding collection to prom collection, you say it, you will find it.

Wedding Suits: Tuxedos are so damn sexy! Are not they? I love everything about a tuxedo: whether it's white or black, unconventional powder blue or sage green, I love the luxe it oozes out.

These are some of my favourites.

Prom suit: Which teenager remembers running from store to store for the ideal prom suit? Well it's not a hassle anymore. You can find myriads of cute styles of prom suits here.

So ladies and 'gentlemen', which is your favourite form of formal wear? Let me know!

 Vitamin A , a fat soluble vitamin is indispensable for the health of hair and skin. I guess we all know that!

 So what does it do?

Vitamin A helps to speed up healing, prevent breakouts and support the skin's immune system and it promotes natural moisturising - which means it helps to hydrate the skin effectively, giving it a radiant glow. It assists in promoting and maintaining a healthy dermis and epidermis; the top two layers of your skin.

Good sources of vitamin A (retinol) include:

cheese

eggs

oily fish

fortified low-fat spreads

milk and yoghurt

You can also get vitamin A by including good sources of  beta-carotene in your diet, as the body can convert this into retinol. 

The main food sources of beta-carotene are:

yellow, red and green (leafy) vegetables, such as spinach, carrots, sweet potatoes and red peppers

yellow fruit, such as mango, papaya and apricots.

Carrots and Carrot seeds: Carrot is a root vegetable with carotenoids, flavonoids, polyacetylenes, vitamins, and minerals, all of which possess numerous nutritional and health benefits. I ask every skin patient of mine to have a whole carrot in the morning everyday; nothing makes the skin healthier than that. 

Carrot seeds are harvested from the dried flowers of carrots, in the second season of harvest. They have innumerable health benefits. Carrot seed extract restores luster and shine in hair strands. It reduces breakage and split ends and soothes scalp caused due to dryness, itchiness and dandruff. It works wonders  when it comes to healing sun damage, wrinkles and scar tissues.

The magic of carrot seeds have been tapped by NEUD in their revolutionary carrot seed products. Try them out yourselves to see their amazing effects.

1. NEUD Carrot Seed Premium Face Wash for men and women:

 It helps maintain the skin's youthful radiance with each use.  Potent antioxidants in carrot seed extract neutralize free radicals to prevent collagen breakdown and protect the skin's ability to repair itself.  A unique blend of nature and science combined with purity and care, the deeply cleansing pH balanced NEUD Carrot Seed Face Wash does not contain any harmful chemicals.

HOW TO USE ?

Wet your face and neck with clean water and apply NEUD Carrot Seed Face Wash liberally.  Gently massage in a circular motion to work up a rich lather.  Rinse off the face wash after a few minutes and pat dry with a towel.  Do not rub the towel to prevent abrasions.  Use NEUD Carrot Seed Face Wash twice daily.  For best results, follow with NEUD Carrot Seed Hydrating Lotion.

2. NEUD Carrot Seed Premium Hydrating Lotion for men and women

This premium personal care product from NEUD is infused with pure carrot seed extract and is naturally pH-balanced.  NEUD Carrot Seed Hydrating Lotion penetrates easily, nourishes deeply, tightens, and rejuvenates to give you a flawless skin.  As your daily skin care companion, it restores skin's elasticity, making it plump, healthy and baby-soft.  Carrot seeds contain proteins that help remove free radicals, promote new skin cell formation, reduce wrinkles & scars, and heal wounds faster.  NEUD Carrot Seed Hydrating Lotion is free from harmful chemicals and is suitable for all skin types in men and women. 

HOW TO USE?

 Wash your face and body.  Apply NEUD Carrot Seed Hydrating Lotion gently with upward strokes.  Leave it on until fully absorbed.  Apply the NEUD Carrot Seed Hydrating Lotion at least 15 minutes before putting on any make-up.

3.  NEUD Carrot Seed  Shampoo for men and women

NEUD Carrot Seed Shampoo helps restore luster without washing away natural oils.  It cleanses scalp deeply, reduces frizz, repairs split ends, soothes irritation and itching.  Carrot seeds are a natural powerhouse of vital vitamin A;  a, and y carotenes, and carotenoids, all of which are essential for shining healthy hair.  These potent antioxidants prevent damage to hair shafts by protecting against free radicals, UV radiations and pollution.  Ducol and carotol in carrot seeds make NEUD Carrot Seed Shampoo effective against scalp infections and dandruff.  Limonene, linalool, pinene and carvone in carrot seeds have relaxing properties. 

 HOW TO USE?

 Apply NEUD Carrot Seed Shampoo liberally on to wet scalp and hair.  Massage it gently for a few minutes to create a luxurious, foaming lather.  Rinse with water after a few minutes till the shampoo is completely washed off. For best results, follow with NEUD Carrot Seed Hair Conditioner.

4.  NEUD Carrot Seed  Conditioner for men and women

Regular use of NEUD Carrot Seed Hair Conditioner helps improve microcirculation of blood to the scalp and promotes growth of healthy hair.  It also stimulates new cell generation. 

HOW TO USE?

 Liberally apply NEUD Carrot Seed Hair Conditioner to the tips and length of your hair after each shampoo.  Leave on for a few minutes and rinse it thoroughly with water.  For best results, use NEUD Carrot Seed Shampoo before applying NEUD Carrot Seed Hair Conditioner.

What I absolutely love about all these products?

They are visibly effective.

Free from harmful chemicals

Suitable for all skin and hair types in men and women. 

Cute bright orange packaging.

They come with an attractive pouch!

So what are you waiting for? Incorporate the benefits of carrot seeds in your daily regime!