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  What are the side effects of having too much watermelon? © Provided by Deepak kumar blogs A s summer arrives, the urge to indulge in cooling foods becomes stronger. One of the most refreshing options during this season is watermelon, which belongs to the cucurbitaceous family and contains approximately 92% water, making it exceptionally hydrating and cooling. Watermelon contains vitamins A, B6, C, B1, B5, and B9, supporting vision, immune function, metabolism, brain development, skin health, wound healing, energy metabolism, nerve function, DNA synthesis, cell division, and foetal development. The fibre content in watermelon makes it an excellent choice for weight management. While renowned for its numerous benefits, overconsumption of this red-fleshed fruit can lead to some drawbacks. Dt Nisha, Consultant Dietician and Nutritionist at Motherhood Hospitals, Gurgaon , shared insights with us. Diarrhoea : Watermelon is high in water and natural sugars, particularly fructose. C...

  The cult of Shakti might be older than Hinduism, here's how © Provided by Deepak kumar blogs N avratri is an auspicious time when the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped with great reverence by devotees across the world. However, did you know that the cult of Shakti might be much older than the Hindu religion? Here we share an excerpt from the new book 'Mata Vaishno Devi: The Bhakti of Shakti' which explains this idea in greater detail. As the title suggests, the book not only explores the myths and legends related to Mata Vaishno Devi temple and Goddess Durga, but also acts as a complete guide to the holy place. The history of the cult of Shakti is as old, if not older, than Hinduism. While the origins are not clear, it has been reported that the worship of Shakti or Mahadevi has been going on in the subcontinent for the last 8,000 years. Thus, the cult of Shakti is, in some ways, the original religion of India and was primarily practised by the tribals inhabiting...