Internet affects our memory, as per study

Researchers have found that the widespread use of search engines and online databases is affecting the way people remember information.

To know whether people were more likely to remember information that could be easily retrieved from a computer, Betsy Sparrow, an assistant professor of psychology at Columbia and her collaborators, Daniel M. Wegner of Harvard and Jenny Liu of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, staged different memory experiments, reports the New York Times.

6 foods to help you have great sex

They say sex is a great stressbuster. They are right because love-making has been found to relive the pressure of the burdens of life, ease stress, soothe chronic aches and pains, spur creativity and rev up the energy levels.

Experts say that anything that makes you feel good, alive and physically excited will make you feel as if you've shed years. And all these things are associated with sex.

You are probably aware of the basics of terrific sex, but let us suggest you a few aphrodisiacs which can add zing to your sex life.

Must try! Watermelon feta cheese salad

Summer days can leave you drained and dull. Your appetite also suffers as one doesn't feel like eating due to the heat. But rather than having a fried, unhealthy snack which will leave you feeling heavy and lethargic, try this scrumptious and quick watermelon and feta cheese salad. It's guaranteed to leave you refreshed and asking for more.

Strengthen brittle nails

Do your nails break before you have had a chance to shape them? Nail strengtheners can go a long way in helping you with this problem. They contain proteins and calcium to assist the nails in growing stronger, and repair fragile nails and easily-splitting cuticles. Apply the strengthener as you would apply nail polish. While you don't have to apply it daily, re-apply when the strengthener starts to wear away.

Don't miss! Top 10 tips for the season

If you're a domestic diva or a career girl or a mix of both, these fantastic tips are bound to make your season fun and memorable!

Summer Fruit Fiesta

Fruits aren't just good for health but also great to snack on in summer. Here are three fantastic fruit recipes for you to try.

Mixed fruit smoothie - In a blender, take 2 cups pineapple juice, add fruits of your choice (I like kiwis and bananas!), 2 tsp honey and blend until smooth. Pour into two glasses, add crushed ice and garnish with fruit slices. A delicious and healthy treat for those lazy summer days!

Look fab with these make-up tips

The right kind of make-up, correctly applied with the apt make-up tools can bring out fabulous results. It's an art which women spend a lot of money on. Here are tips on make-up to help you buy right, apply well and look fabulous.

Tinted moisturiser: Put aside the foundation, usher in the tinted moisturiser. The heavy coverage of a foundation is passé. A lightweight tinted moisturiser will provide protection, SPF and add a hint of colour to your face. Powder based foundation is a no-no since it emphasises the lines in your face and clogs pores. Test your shade by applying along the jaw and checking in daylight.

Skin essentials and how to use them

You could be one of those finicky sorts, determined to have a day cream and a night one too. You spend plenty on special skin care products such as astringents, toners and eye gels. Even though your friends laugh at you, you believe you are on the right track. After all so many celebs are endorsing your favourite products.

But are so many products really neccessary? We help you decide which of those bottles and jars are really essential.

BODY WASH OR SOAP BAR

The idea of using a bar of soap when there are so many fancy bottles body wash lining the shelves is surely unfashionable.

But which is more effective? Promoters of liquid cleansers claim that these are gentler than bathing bars as they contain large amounts of petrolatum - an ingredient that moisturises and lubricates the skin.

Undoubtedly soap bars are more alkaline and have a dehydrating impact on the skin. " Body washes are a more convenient and hygienic option for bathing and they spread easily over the skin. They have hydrating and nourishing ingredients too," says Dr Chiranjeev Chabra, dermatologist and cosmetic laser surgeon, Skin Alive Clinic.

On the flip side, conservatives claim that the moisturising property of liquid cleansers makes them less effective at removing dirt and reducing body odour.

Your ultimate skin care manual

Revisit your cleanse, tone, moisturise (CTM) routine. The new skincare routine is cleanse, protect, moisturise and exfoliate. 

Clean skin thoroughly, protect with a serum, lock in the hydration with a moisturiser and exfoliate twice a week to remove dead skin. Follow this routine (barring the exfoliation) twice a day, morning and night; use a cream cleanser at night.

Stay on top of your skin type. Your skin type as a teenager is not what you'll have for the rest of your life. Weather, hormones, medication and age affect it; as you grow older, skin gets thinner and drier.

Five best beauty time-savers

You're a urban city girl, which means you have places to be and people to meet. So stop slaving over your looks, and use these genius shortcuts. You'll get the same gorgeous results with a lot less effort.

Shorten your night time skin-care routine

3 Urban Survival Apps

It's not just a way to let your mother/boyfriend/spouse/kid know where you are, anymore. It's your shopping list, your address book, your scheduler, not to mention your status symbol. Marvin (my Android phone) certainly is mine. I'm one of those women who likes to be prepared for every eventuality possible. Survival kits are like chocolate to me - essential! Just like real world shopping, the Android Market is equally attractive for its useful tools as for its fun stuff like games. These are some apps that are on my front screen for immediate access.

Fitness tricks we love

Make your workouts safe and effective with these useful tricks and tips from trainers across the country.

Use a Band for Shoulder Press

Dumb-bells are often used while doing a shoulder press. Use a resistance band instead. Stand on the band with legs apart, clasp the ends and pull them to your shoulder level as you exhale. Further lift arms overhead as you exhale. The band makes the moves smooth and controlled and keeps your shoulders safe