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GARDENING: POSITIVE EFFECT ON HEALTH

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                                                       Gardening helps to reform our lifestyle! A large proportion of the world’s population lives in urban areas and urban lifestyle is prone to health hazards such as heart disease, stroke, depression, diabetes and obesity. More than 264 million people of all age group suffer from depression worldwide. And women are more affected than men.  You will be surprised to learn that India is the most depressed country in the world, according to the World Health Organization, followed by China and the USA. We are one of the most affected by anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. And we must take charge of the current situation. Let us find out how.  Nature and Human life Nature has always played an important role in humans' life. It is not only beautiful on the outside but it also makes us feel good in the inside. It would be no exaggeration to say that nature is exquisitely beautiful, extremely enigmatic and ever pulsating with

Cow Cuddling: Renaissance of A Traditional Practice

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  Cow cuddling, also known as cow hugging is becoming very popular as a therapeutic practice in many countries of the world today. People are getting mental peace and comfort through this practice. Under this practice, they are given the opportunity of visiting the cow farms and spending several hours in the company of cows. While the practise is more about talking to the cow heart to heart, they are also expected to give a light and fleeting touch as also caress. It has been proved that all those who have come in contact with cows and expressed their love and affection, have been reciprocated emotionally.  In Dutch cities, embracing cow is called “koe Knuffelen” and this practice has been appealing to the world because of its immense mental benefits. Various farm owners in USA, Netherlands, Switzerland, Australia have introduced cow cuddling activities in their farms as part of their wellness programmes. Cow hugging sessions have become popular as well as one of the most relaxing