Your high heels could cripple you

Your high heels could cripple you





If you are one of the those who often sets foots out in high heels, you may be at risk for several health complications. According to study by Stanford University, wearing high heels for extended periods of time can cause serious problems like arthritis or even knee replacement surgery.
Wearing heels can dangerously put pressure on knee joints, which wears away body's natural shock absorber, cartilage, increasing the risk of osteoarthritis.Scientists scanned the knees of healthy women as they walked at a normal pace in flat shoes, 1.5inch heels and 3.5inch heels, and found that when women wear high heels, their knees are held in an awkward, bent position causing the joints to perform as though aged or damaged joints would -increasing the risk of osteoarthritis.
Physiotherapists and osteopaths who warned that the shoes could lead to painful back, hip and neck problems, explained that “standing and walking on the balls of your feet throws the skeleton out of its usual, healthy alignment, which means muscles and joints throughout the body have to compensate to maintain its centre of gravity and keep the body upright.“
Those who wear 3inch heels regularly could suffer from an injury to the Achilles tendon called tendonitis.

Signs that say you're Bohemian

Signs that say you're Bohemian





A hoy , Bohemia! You know you're soaking in the free-spirited, gypsyesque lifestyle when you don't mind being a little artistically messy , be it in your clothing or the way you decorate your home. Bohemians often come across as a bunch of people who might be laidback but possess a distinct creative trait that reflects in whatever they do. With many people now embracing this style of living, being Boho is the new cool. Saher and Tanya, who run an outlet selling products inspired by the far-off land, say , “The best thing about the Bohemian lifestyle is its DIY aspect.We deal in goods that are handcrafted and environment-friendly . Many people in the city shop consciously now, and prefer products that are biodegradable and made from natural materials, such as vegetable dyes and handloom fabrics. The Bohemian culture endorses handmade stuff. From attire, scarves, shoes and ornaments to tapestries and rugs -all come in a kaleidoscope of rustic colours and patterns.“
Meghna Khanna, a proprietor of another boutique that sells quirky handmade stuff taking cues from the Bohemian culture, adds, “We follow happy trends. People now look for oneoff pieces, whether it is an accessory or something to put up on the livingroom wall. From hand-painted bottles, lampshades to a range of fill-the-gap, kitschy and organic products, we offer a diverse variety of unusual goods that stand out from the rest for their nomadic appeal.“
 
IN STYLE
You're totally smitten by your breezy maxi dress and love pairing it with a patchwork tassel tote, bright slip-ons and a wreath of flowers on your braided curls while rambling down the tangled city lanes. Your other wardrobe staples include printed harem pants, funky tie-dye tees, ikat jackets, floral scarves and mosaic leather cuffs.

IN DÉCOR
Antique suzani rugs cover most of your bedroom floor as well as the walls.Bandana curtains and hanging lanterns are your signature settings.You prefer your mattress low and canopy high, while you have an affinity for sharply-hued pillows and poufs.You swear by dream-catchers and macramé knots. Retro furniture, hammock and potted plants jostle for space in your living room.
 
IN LIVING
You love driving down to bucolic countryside locations. For you, tucking into vegan food, catching up with friends, strumming the guitar or simply picking up a book to read make for the best way to de-stress. You prefer spending time with street urchins over getting lost in the newest mall. You are a little romantic, a lot whimsical and often found adrift in nostalgia.