Recycling plastic water bottles & caps


Okay, I must admit that I am not an expert on plastic recycling, but I care enough to research when I see a red flag on what I have just read. Now, I certainly know a thing or two, just enough to identify an idiot who recommends counterproductive actions to the gullible public. While writing … Continue reading Recycling plastic water bottles & caps

My Experiments with cooking


'Anyone can cook. ' But I realize, only now do I truly understand what he (chef Gustavo) meant. Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist *can* come from *anywhere* - Anton Ego (movie Ratatouille) chef Gustavo - Ratatouille Well. That's not me. Beyond all reasonable doubts, that's definitely not me. You … Continue reading My Experiments with cooking

A case for ‘pure poison’ coconuts


In your opinion, what is the most vilified food item or ingredient that ever is and does not deserve the hate? Let's see. There's dietary fat, where two whole generations reduced its consumption because the FDA said so. There is an ongoing phobia of gluten, and an entire section of society avoids consuming it because … Continue reading A case for ‘pure poison’ coconuts

Ayurveda, Clinical Trials & Capitalism


Have you ever wondered why Ayurveda, one of the primary branches of Indian medicinal systems does not find many buyers outside India? Any argument related to its potency is generally neglected in the medical community, mostly ignored, frowned upon, and sometimes, even ridiculed. Some categorize it along with chiropractic and homoeopathy for the sole reason … Continue reading Ayurveda, Clinical Trials & Capitalism

The Psychology of Money and Paracetamol Junkies


I am currently reading this cool book, which interestingly named "The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness" by Morgan Housel. I have not finished it yet to give you a full review. But, I could not help but to share an important concept resonated well with me. Housel calls it as … Continue reading The Psychology of Money and Paracetamol Junkies