Subhash Ghai: Mukta Arts to Produce Three Films in 2016

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Subhash Ghai’s film production company Mukta Arts will produce three movies next year, shared the filmmaker.

 

Mukta Arts produced its first film Karz, starring Rishi Kapoor, in 1978 and after that came out with string of movies, including Hero, Karma, Khalnayak, Pardes, Taal, Yaadein, Iqbal, Joggers’ Park, and Aitraz. He has more to offer next year.

 

“Mukta Arts will produce three movies next year. I will produce and direct one movie. I enjoy being a producer. For directing movies, I take my own time. I can’t make a fast movie. I am working on the projects. Themes are yet to be decided,” Mr Ghai told reporters after he bagged the award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema at the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards here on Sunday.

 

A special act by Shraddha Kapoor was also performed as a tribute to Mr Ghai and the filmmaker got emotional on stage.

 

“I am an emotional man. I didn’t get emotional because I won an award. It was because I got nostalgic,” he said.

 

“I think I am complete today. People still tell me that whenever my movies like Ram Lakhan and Karz are played on television, they watch it. I consider that as a compliment,” said the educationist.

 

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Fresh, Local, Seasonal - The Rise of Farmer’s Markets

 

Written by Jenny Catton

 

Farmer’s markets have become increasingly popular in recent years and now most large towns host a farmer’s market once or twice a month. These markets are a great place to find fresh, healthy, locally-grown produce. And when you shop at a farmer’s market, you have the added benefit of knowing that you are supporting your local economy and helping the environment by avoiding highly packaged, chemical-laden produce that’s been flown half way across the world.

 

The trick to successful shopping at a farmer’s market is to go with an open mind. You never know what you will find and different products will be in season at different times of year. Buy ingredients you haven’t tried before and get creative trying out new recipe ideas.

 

Remember that the produce at a farmer’s market might not look as flawless as that at your local supermarket. This is because supermarkets will often refuse to take products that aren’t perfectly shaped and unblemished. But just because the produce may be an odd shape or have mottled skin doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with it. And if you’re unsure, the stallholders will be very happy to answer any questions you have.

 

Take your time to enjoy the experience, sample the produce and get new ideas. Remember to take your own shopping bags and plenty cash in case the stallholders are unable to accept credit card payments.

 

For more information about buying local produce, visit: www.localfoods.org.uk

 

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The Best Holistic Ways to Help You Beat Your Depression

Depression is a serious mental/emotional health condition, which leaves the sufferers unable to lead a normal lifestyle and maintain good levels of wellness. It occurs when the human brain is unable to produce enough of a hormone called serotonin, which is the hormone responsible for keeping your mood elevated and maintaining your sense of wellbeing. When this hormone is lacking, the sufferer can be plunged into depression, leading to symptoms such as appetite changes, fatigue, inability to relax, insomnia and suicidal tendencies. This condition can be hereditary or it can result from a time of trauma or tragedy.

 

The holistic approach to curing depression involves various forms such as oils, herb supplements, teas and tinctures. As with all alternative forms of medicine, however, you should consult your doctor for standard medical advice too, and make sure that whatever you are taking complements your medication.

 

One example of a complementary depression medication is 5-HTP or hydroxytryptophan, which is extracted from a plant called griffonia simplicifolia. This helps to produce extra serotonin in the brain, and improves mood, appetite and sleep. This is a very common herbal way of treating depression and is thought to be very effective. A dose of around 50mg is normally taken up to three times per day, but it cannot be taken with other antidepressant medications or medication for migraines, blood pressure or Parkinson’s.

 

St John’s Wort is also used in the treatment of depression, and the extracts are used in antidepressant drugs. There are ten active ingredients in the herb, which work on the neurotransmitters in the brain to stimulate them to produce the ‘feel good’ hormones. It is most effective for treating mild to moderate depression, and the usual dose is 300mg three times per day. There are some side effects associated with this one, however, such as weight gain and a reduction in sex drive.

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