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Ruchika Garg

Ruchika Garg writes on food, health, culture, and lifestyle for the Daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

Articles by Ruchika Garg

Alternatives to use in place of formaldehyde

The study conducted by the National Institutes of Health in 2022 points out a relation between regular use of chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the US has banned the use of formaldehyde in hair-smoothening and straightening products,

Wellness

Published on Jan 13, 2024 05:01 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Ram Mandir inaugration : Here's how the world is celebrating

Multiple initiatives are being taken to celebrate the consecration of Ram Lalla on 22nd January. Here's a line up.

A group in Paris is organising a Rath Yatra on 21 January

Trips & Tours

Updated on Jan 12, 2024 04:11 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Five lifestyle changes to keep your thyroid at bay

To maintain thyroid balance in your body, ensure a healthy lifestyle. Here are some tips:

Brisk walking helps maintaining a healthy thyroid level

Wellness

Published on Jan 12, 2024 12:38 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Agra's ode to Maa Sita: Peacock-inspired anklets

The Agra Sarafa Association is offering silver anklets of 551gms to Maa Sita ahead of Ram Lalla's consecration ceremony in Ayodhya

These silver anklets is an offering to Saa Mita from The Agra Sarafa Association.

HTCity Showstoppers

Updated on Jan 13, 2024 04:52 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Nurturing your bones in the winter season

Winters can impact the well-being of our bones. Here are some easy expert ways to keep bones strong during the season.

Vitamin D, Omega-3 and a balanced diet is the key to ensure bone health

Wellness

Updated on Jan 11, 2024 04:39 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Championing the board to championing zero online toxicity

Vidit Gujrathi, the champion of the FIDE Swiss 2023 World Chess Championship says he found a unique sense of belonging on Wildr App

Vidit has found a unique sense of belonging on Wildr App, the world’s first AI based troll-free social network.

Wellness

Updated on Jan 10, 2024 07:01 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Spices to include in your winter diet

There are certain spices we must consume in the winter season to keep us safe from the seasonal health issues

Certain spices helps in fighting common cold and cough during winters

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Jan 10, 2024 01:30 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Blood tests to avoid while choosing a health package

Most of the tests are just unnecessarily added in the health screenings. Here's a guide to help you decide:

When selecting a health package or undergoing routine health screenings, it's important to know the necessary and unnecessary tests.

Wellness

Updated on Jan 09, 2024 06:17 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Places for best gluten-free treats in Mumbai

Celebrate National Gluten-Free Day today with restaurants rolling out the gluten-free dishes to satiate your taste buds

Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Crust Pizza with Kale

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Jan 08, 2024 04:21 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Winter treats: Delicious and healthy

A perfect blend of nutrition and taste, here are some recipes that are must try in the winter season

Here are some recipes that helps you fight common cold and cough during the winter

HTCity Foodies

Published on Jan 08, 2024 01:04 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Three quirky ways to reuse your lehenga

This wedding season, repurpose your old lehenga and give it a spin to make it look even more glamorous and stunning

There are multiple ways to reuse a lehenga. Designer Nitya Birla shares some ideas

HTCity Showstoppers

Published on Jan 04, 2024 04:51 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

All you need to know about Royal Jelly

Popularly known as Cleopatra's face pack, Royal Jelly that was earlier used a beauty product has multiple uses. It improves health and fight diseases.

Royal Jelly that boast of multiple health benefits is priced for Rs.15,000-20,000

Wellness

Updated on Jan 10, 2024 01:40 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

The ways to wellness in 2024

From Vedic ways to AI integration, experts share their predictions of this year’s health and fitness trends

A personalised approach to health and beauty issues will be a popular choice in 2024

Wellness

Updated on Jan 03, 2024 04:45 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

The traditional winter delicacies of India

From Punjabi Masalewala Gur to Kashmiri Shufta and Chhattisgarhi style Barre Bhaji, here are some recipes one must try this winter season

Rich in nutrients, Punjabi Gur is a traditional delicacy

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Jan 03, 2024 01:17 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Culinary Crystal Ball: 2024’s Food Trends Revealed

Curious about what will rule the food charts? Industry experts share their forecasts

Solo dining is anticipated to carve a prominent space.

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Jan 01, 2024 12:31 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Muscle for hustle: Without breaking a sweat

Among other things, 2023 was a year of fitness challenges. While some were inspired by celebs to pump it up, others took up those keeping in with the zeitgeist.

Under the Dubai Fitness Challenge, residents and visitors are challenged to commit to 30 minutes of exercise daily for 30 days in October and November.

Wellness

Published on Dec 30, 2023 03:30 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Happy hour: How Indian food and dining shone

From innovations in ingredients to earning accolades —here are all the laurels that 2023 brought to the Indian and Indian- origin international F&B community.

Phirni and kheer made it to a list of their 10 best puddings from across the world, butter chicken tikka was recognized among the world’s highest-rated chicken dishes, and shahi paneer featured on a list of the world’s best cheese dishes.

HTCity Foodies

Published on Dec 29, 2023 01:25 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Five destinations for a magical Christmas celebration

Christmas is also synonymous with delectable seasonal treats and traditional dishes. Here are some popular destinations:

Strasbourg, also known as the Christmas capital of France.

HTCity Foodies

Published on Dec 23, 2023 02:41 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Perfect treats to make your Christmas merry

Eateries and restaurants across the Capital are incorporating global influences for the festive season, as is evident from their curated menus

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Dec 23, 2023 01:12 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg, Ruchika Garg

A deep dive in the sea of spirituality

We look into the rise of spiritual and self-help literature among young Indians — and how the trend is expected to grow in the coming future

A bestselling author, Sadhvi Vrinda Om has written many books. Her recent one is Bhagavan and Bhakta.

HTCity

Updated on Dec 23, 2023 01:47 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Garima Arora wins 2nd Michelin star, tips chef hat to her team

The first Indian female chef to add two Michelins to her cap, Garima Arora credits her team for the win

Representing India’s vibrant culinary scene on an international level, Arora is on a mission to change the narrative.

HTCity

Published on Dec 20, 2023 03:33 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Pollution-proof guide to tame the tresses

Experts help decode the link between high AQI and hair health, share ways to help minimise the havoc

High AQI (air quality index) can affect the hair health. A research published in October highlights pollution as a potential trigger for hair loss.

HTCity

Published on Dec 11, 2023 02:35 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Don’t leaf it alone!

Winter greens become a staple across kitchens in India. We look at some innovative and regional twists to try

Give a twist to the winter green veggies this year and try unique preparations such as Sarso Ke Saag and Methi Ke Pakode

HTCity Foodies

Published on Dec 11, 2023 01:41 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Mind Over Meal: The Power of Fasting

Experts say fasting has several health benefits, including weight loss, improved blood sugar control and brain function

A diet rich in fruits is recommended during fasting as this keep the body hydrated.

HTCity Foodies

Updated on Dec 11, 2023 01:42 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

#Gogreen: it’s time to shed the weight

For the festive season, add a touch of green with easy to move, weightless planters. Here are options to add a quirk to your decor

There are not much options available when it comes to high-end planters and Bonasila fills that gap.

htcity

Published on Oct 16, 2023 03:20 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

For the sattvik and satiating navratri meal

As the nine-day festival has begun, eateries are sprucing up their menus with culinary creations that cater to those fasting, without compromising on taste

Walnut Peda is an interesting spin to the sweet

htcity

Updated on Oct 16, 2023 03:21 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Conscious kitchens serve food for thought

On World Food Day today, hoteliers and restaurateurs share how they curb food and water wastage using innovative methods

On World Food Day, restaurants share how they save water and food in their kitchens.

htcity

Updated on Oct 16, 2023 05:45 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Sugar, spice and everything nice!

As autumn sets in, restaurant menus are being ruled by green leafy vegetables, seasonal produce and fresh herbs

Methi Chicken, a dish made with green leafy vegetables infused with chicken at Mulk, Mumbai.

htcity

Published on Oct 10, 2023 05:42 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Bean there, love that brew!

Continuing the celebration of International Coffee Day, we look at the most popular trends on the coffee scene in India

htcity

Published on Oct 03, 2023 02:10 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

Delhiites, it’s time to say prost!

Oktoberfest has witnessed rising popularity in India and here's a sneak peek into how Delhi-NCR celebrates it this year

Pretzels with Weizenbock beer at Flow Brew & Dine in Saket

htcity

Published on Sep 27, 2023 03:03 PM IST

ByRuchika Garg

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Ruchika Garg

Ruchika Garg writes on food, health, culture, and lifestyle for the Daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

The study conducted by the National Institutes of Health in 2022 points out a relation between regular use of chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer.

Multiple initiatives are being taken to celebrate the consecration of Ram Lalla on 22nd January. Here's a line up.

To maintain thyroid balance in your body, ensure a healthy lifestyle. Here are some tips:

The Agra Sarafa Association is offering silver anklets of 551gms to Maa Sita ahead of Ram Lalla's consecration ceremony in Ayodhya

Winters can impact the well-being of our bones. Here are some easy expert ways to keep bones strong during the season.

Vidit Gujrathi, the champion of the FIDE Swiss 2023 World Chess Championship says he found a unique sense of belonging on Wildr App

There are certain spices we must consume in the winter season to keep us safe from the seasonal health issues

Most of the tests are just unnecessarily added in the health screenings. Here's a guide to help you decide:

Celebrate National Gluten-Free Day today with restaurants rolling out the gluten-free dishes to satiate your taste buds

A perfect blend of nutrition and taste, here are some recipes that are must try in the winter season

This wedding season, repurpose your old lehenga and give it a spin to make it look even more glamorous and stunning

Popularly known as Cleopatra's face pack, Royal Jelly that was earlier used a beauty product has multiple uses. It improves health and fight diseases.

From Vedic ways to AI integration, experts share their predictions of this year’s health and fitness trends

From Punjabi Masalewala Gur to Kashmiri Shufta and Chhattisgarhi style Barre Bhaji, here are some recipes one must try this winter season

Curious about what will rule the food charts? Industry experts share their forecasts

Among other things, 2023 was a year of fitness challenges. While some were inspired by celebs to pump it up, others took up those keeping in with the zeitgeist.

From innovations in ingredients to earning accolades —here are all the laurels that 2023 brought to the Indian and Indian- origin international F&B community.

Christmas is also synonymous with delectable seasonal treats and traditional dishes. Here are some popular destinations:

Eateries and restaurants across the Capital are incorporating global influences for the festive season, as is evident from their curated menus

We look into the rise of spiritual and self-help literature among young Indians — and how the trend is expected to grow in the coming future

The first Indian female chef to add two Michelins to her cap, Garima Arora credits her team for the win

Experts help decode the link between high AQI and hair health, share ways to help minimise the havoc

Winter greens become a staple across kitchens in India. We look at some innovative and regional twists to try

Experts say fasting has several health benefits, including weight loss, improved blood sugar control and brain function

For the festive season, add a touch of green with easy to move, weightless planters. Here are options to add a quirk to your decor

As the nine-day festival has begun, eateries are sprucing up their menus with culinary creations that cater to those fasting, without compromising on taste

On World Food Day today, hoteliers and restaurateurs share how they curb food and water wastage using innovative methods

As autumn sets in, restaurant menus are being ruled by green leafy vegetables, seasonal produce and fresh herbs

Continuing the celebration of International Coffee Day, we look at the most popular trends on the coffee scene in India

Oktoberfest has witnessed rising popularity in India and here's a sneak peek into how Delhi-NCR celebrates it this year

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