5 topical minoxidil alternatives to increase hair growth

Probably not, at least not without speaking to your dermatologist. A large network meta-analysis published recently compared several over-the-counter treatments for androgenetic alopecia. The conclusion was fairly straightforward. While ingredients like rosemary oil, melatonin and peptide formulations showed encouraging results, 5% topical minoxidil still remained the most effective option overall. That doesn’t mean the alternatives…

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Rath Yatra 2026: Why do Lord Jagannath and his siblings fall ill for 15 days during ‘Anasara’ before he gives divine darshan to his devotees? All about the period when the deities are ‘healing,’ just like human beings |

Lord Jagannath and his siblings undergo a 15-day “illness” period after a sacred bath, a ritual known as Anasara. During this time, the deities are secluded and treated with medicinal pastes and repainted, mirroring ancient quarantine practices. Devotees visit the Alarnath Temple, believing Lord Jagannath manifests there. This tradition culminates in the Navajouban Darshan, preparing…

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Psychology says people who always arrive 20 minutes early may not just be punctual; they could be driven by a deep fear that inconveniencing others makes them less lovable

Arriving 20 minutes early for all meetings, dinners, and appointments has been regarded as a mark of discipline and respectfulness. Nevertheless, based on psychological insights, there are certain individuals who feel the urge to arrive early because of an underlying emotional issue that makes them fear that being late may inconvenience other people, and as…

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Quote of the day by BK Shivani: “People feel we are wrong, people talk ill about us, people create obstacles in our path. Share your perspective, but you do not need to prove yourself. Truth does not need to be proven; truth has the power to reveal itself”

In moments of misunderstanding, the urge to defend ourselves is natural. However, Brahma Kumar Sister Shivani wisely suggests that truth doesn’t require constant proof. By maintaining inner dignity and integrity, our actions and character will eventually reveal the truth, saving precious energy for personal growth and meaningful connections. This timeless wisdom offers a powerful antidote…

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Want to raise a confident child? This child Psychologist’s simple 2-step formula could change your parenting forever |

Every parent wants their child to grow up feeling confident, strong, and ready to face life’s challenges. But many parents unknowingly make one common mistake: they try to protect their children from feeling anxious. According to child clinical psychologist Kathryn Hecht, anxiety isn’t something parents should always try to eliminate. In fact, when handled the…

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Psychology says people who love jungle safaris are often high in ‘Openness to Experience’; here’s why they keep returning to the wild |

Let’s all agree that there’s no experience more thrilling than spotting a tiger emerging quietly from behind tall grasses or the trumpet of elephants echoing through a forest. There’s always an anticipation on what lies around the next bend in an open jeep. For a number of travellers, a jungle safari is more than just…

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What one year of learning a musical instrument did to young children’s brains surprised researchers

The researchers also checked whether the brain changes benefitted cognitively, and guess what- It did. At the beginning and end of the study, all the children completed a digit span test (a standard assessment of working memory commonly used in children’s intelligence evaluations). By the end of year, those who received music lessons showed significantly…

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