Types and techniques of cotton

January 11th, 2009

There are several elaborate styles in cotton. The most famous of these is the ‘jamdani’ of West Bengal which refers to the light weight cottons woven in intricate and delicate patterns in the traditional cotton fabric. Jamdani or inlay technique was also developed at Tanda in Uttar Pradesh and is found in other areas also such as centres like Venkatagiri in Andhra Pradesh etc.

Silk weaving

December 30th, 2008

Silk weaving tradition in India is mainly revolving around the sari, the ethnic traditional wear which is worn in many parts of the country by women. On festive days, the women of India dress themselves in colorful and beautiful silk sarees. The light weight, excellent quality and drape etc. have made silk sarees, the most popular and irresistible wear of Indian women.

Varieties of cotton

December 15th, 2008

India is famous for its superior quality cotton and has at least 23 different varieties of cottons and thousands of cotton weaving centres. Cotton is used in producing many types of garments in India such as bed sheets, salwars, saris, napkins, sofa covers, summer wear, shirts, tablemats etc.

India: famous for cotton

November 30th, 2008

India grows a lot of cotton crop for which it is very famous. Cotton is called the pearl of Indian textiles and has a light feel and a cool appearance. Cotton is also a natural fibre just like jute or hemp. India is also popular for its art of dyeing and weaving of cotton. It was an export product from ancient times.

Breast examination

November 20th, 2008

You can detect breast exam sooner by conducting breast self examination (BSE) on a monthly basis. By doing so, you can detect breast cancer at its earlier stage. You must perform breast exam before the menstrual period preferably once a month. BSE is recommended for ever women from age 20.

What is a Pelvic exam?

November 11th, 2008

You can also know whether you are pregnant or not based on the pelvic exam. If you experience any symptoms of pregnancy if the urine test is negative or if the urine test is positive you must consult a gynecologist. A pelvic exam is done by the doctor after six week from the last menstrual period, for confirmation of pregnancy.

Blood pregnancy test

October 25th, 2008

These are the most reliable but costliest of all tests for pregnancy. The basic type is called the beta subunit HCG or radioimmunoassay (RIA). This test is often reserved for checking on pregnancy complications namely suspected tubal pregnancy etc. The test takes about one hour and performed on the blood sample taken.

Urine Pregnancy Test

October 10th, 2008

You can find whether you are pregnant or not by buying a pregnancy testing kit available in drug stores, and checking yourself two weeks after a missed period or earlier. This method functions by detecting the pregnancy hormone in the urine. It is preferred to do the test on the first urine specimen of the day as it has more concentration of pregnancy hormone.

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September 25th, 2008

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