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6 Easily available Anti Bloating foods

A buildup of gas in the stomach and intestines causes bloating. It could be due to drinking carbonated beverages, eating a large meal, menstruation, constipation, or wind. Avoiding or reducing the consumption of wind-producing foods such as beans, onions, lactose-containing foods, and carbonated beverages may help prevent bloating. (See a doctor if you:Have diarrhoea, Feel …

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THE HOUSE

“So all set for the open house today Sara?” Sara with a heavy heart nods her head. “Yes Suzi, I am all set.” Sara had turned 65. She had spent forty years in her two-bedroom cosy apartment. This was the first and only property she had bought along with her husband Philip. After Philip had …

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DAUGHTER

“A world without girls is as inconceivable as a world without water.” During my pregnancy, my family and friends would offer their blessings and good wishes by saying: “May God bless you with a healthy son.” “May Lord Krishna or Lord Ganesha be born.” “May you be blessed with a baby boy.” To the best …

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” God Bless You !!”

Have you ever pondered why many of us feel compelled to utter some form of “Bless you” after someone sneezes? Is it a matter of good manners dictating this response? Whether it’s a thunderous nasal explosion or a tiny “achoo,” it seems that no sneeze is complete without a “Bless you.” This automatic response even …

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WHAT WAS I WAITING FOR?

When I initially began writing and publishing on a public platform, I had no inkling that one day I’d have my own blog. One day, during a conversation with my brother, he said, “What if the app you’re writing on shuts down one day? What will happen to all your work? Everything you’ve written will …

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WHO DOES NOT LIKE DISCOUNTS?

“Massive Sale: Enjoy 60-70% Off on All Items.” “Buy One, Get One Free!” “Avail Rs 500 Discount on Purchases Over Rs 2000.” We’re all familiar with these phrases, aren’t we? Whenever we come across such offers, it triggers a positive response. Often, we succumb to the temptation and make purchases, even if they weren’t initially …

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SPREAD YOUR WINGS

     Chapter-1    Avantika’s presence on stage elicits an enthusiastic response from the crowd, and journalists quickly surround her to begin their interviews.   “Hello Avantika ma’am, we all are so thrilled about your new book. We have heard so much about your work. Finally, we will be able to get to know you personally through …

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LOVE HAPPENS AGAIN

” C’mon Julie, let’s go to the pub. Just because you had a breakup with Liam doesn’t mean the world has ended. It’s been two months. You are a party animal. Let’s go, Julie. ” Julie and Liam were a couple. Their love story lasted for a little more than two years before Liam cheated …

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TOGETHER FOREVER

“What did the doctor say, Dad? What is wrong with me?” Jacob and Lucy were quiet. They were staring at each other. “Mom, Dad I am talking to you. Why is no one telling me anything?” Lucy was in tears. Jacob was trying and controlling his emotions. Their daughter Carol was ill and they did …

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