There was a time when health did not demand attention. It was built into daily living. Meals were unprocessed. Movement was natural. Sleep was respected. And doctors were consulted when necessary, not repeatedly. Today, the pattern has reversed. In cities, where life rarely slows down, GreenRoots has begun drawing attention for a different reason, not […]
As a community that prides itself on living long enough to see three generations of family drama and still attend dance practice for new-years ball, we must take better care of our tan (body), mann (mind), and bhonu cravings! Here’s how… Cholesterol Is Not a Condiment!: We Parsis love our eggs – on kheema, papeta, […]
You know how our beautiful Parsi heads are full of ideas, advice (whether asked or not), and that royal lineage swagger? All very fine. But who’s holding up that glorious crown? Your poor neck. Yes, that slim fellow between your brain and your torso – working harder than a Bawa at a Navjote buffet, keeping […]
Ever tried reaching for the top shelf and suddenly felt like your shoulder was staging a revolt? Or lifted a grocery bag thinking, “Why is my arm betraying me?” Welcome to the world of shoulder muscles – a fascinating group of muscles that work tirelessly so you can wave, hug, lift and even do a […]
‘Kamar sambhaalso toh maathu unchu rehse – Take care of your back, and you’ll walk tall!’ Us Parsis may be known for our sharp minds and sharp tongues, but not always for sharp postures! Whether it’s slumping into our favourite easy-chair with a plate of papeta-par-eedu or over-enthusiastically dancing to ‘Rock-n-roll’ with the lagan-nu-Band, our […]
– 30 Days of Kindness: Eating With Asha During Bahman Mah – As the holy month of Bahman Ameshaspand gently descends upon us like fragrant loban, many Parsis consider taking a pause from their love affair with marghi-na-farcha and the omnipresent-ma-gohst. It’s that sacred time of the Zoroastrian calendar when we remember not only the […]
Let’s begin with a real-life story. Jasmine was once full of energy and joy, but lately, everything had changed. She felt constantly drained, struggled with painful acne, and was gaining weight despite regular workouts. Most heartbreaking of all, she had been trying to conceive for over a year, but irregular periods made pregnancy seem out […]
My dear Parsi Times readers, Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak! Let’s welcome the new year with an honest chat. We Parsis love our comfort – our cushy armchairs, our afternoon naps, and of course, being WhatsApp warriors where we sit and type away, slowly turning into Dhansak-fed ‘papeto’. But while our taste buds may be thriving, what […]
Today’s high-tech, fast-paced world makes it easy to forget the simple healing powers of nature. Between emails, Zoom-calls, and constant notifications, we’ve lost touch with the calming and restorative benefits of the great outdoors. In these increasingly stressed-out times, which take a mounting toll on mental health, the Japanese practice of ‘Forest Bathing’ or ‘Shinrin-Yoku’ […]
Imagine a singular, profound change that could dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke and even cancer. This pivotal question has captivated a dedicated cadre of doctors and researchers for decades, and their groundbreaking findings are now spotlighted in the acclaimed documentary, ‘Forks Over Knives’. The consensus? Adopting a whole-foods, plant-based diet may not […]
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a primary concern, and the need for holistic approaches to tackle it has never been more important. Physiotherapy, which traditionally focused on physical rehabilitation, is now recognized as an effective intervention in mental health care. It bridges the gap between physical and mental well-being, treating the body […]