Dec.18: CERS MEDIATES
Tanishq gives credit note for poor quality jewellery Successful exchange Minaxi Shah purchased gold and diamond bangles worth Rs. 1,12,960 from Tanishq. But in a few years, the colour of the bangles started fading. She went to the store to exc..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in DCMBR
Dec.18: COVER STORY
Simple home tests to detect food adulteration Vigilant consumers vital to curb adulteration and ensure safe food for all Detergent in milk. Chalk powder in sugar. Iron filings in tea. Clay in coffee powder.  Isn’t that enough to make..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in DCMBR
Nov.18: NEWS FLASH
Ray of hope for distressed home buyers Huge step The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment Ordinance,2018 is a boon for home buyers as it recognizes them as financial creditors. The new law takes into account the fact that home buyers ar..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: AROUND THE WORLD
USA Tooth sensor that tracks what you eat Aid for dieters A new sensor worn on teeth records whatever a person eats or drinks in a day. The sensor, which is mounted directly on a tooth and connects wirelessly to a user’s mobile phone, re..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: CONSUMER TIPS
10 natural remedies to keep insects away Monsoon is the ultimate breeding ground for germs, bacteria and the homemaker’s worst nightmare – insects. The most important way one can keep insects away is to keep surroundings clean..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: TALL TALK
Pure Derm: Miracle shampoo? Exaggerated claim The print advt of Pure Derm shampoo endorsed by Anushka Sharma claims it is “India’s first anti-dandruff shampoo with a unique oxy-fused micro bubbles formulaâ€. It goes on to say..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: ENVIRONMENT MATTERS
Shampoos and deos major source of air pollution They contain a chemical that reacts with sunlight to form particulate matter (PM) and ozone When we shampoo our hair in the morning or spray deodorant on before going out, do we ever wonder wheth..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: HEALTH MATTERS
What you should know about a kidney infection Seek prompt medical attention; drink plenty of fluids as a preventive Our kidneys have the important task of cleaning the waste and extra water from our blood. The urinary tract is made up of the k..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: IN A CAPSULE Â
Even moderate walking leads to fat loss Good news for obese Overweight and obese people may find it difficult to participate in high intensity activities. But, they can take heart. Even moderate physical activity like walking can have signific..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: SPOTLIGHT
Should we drink water during meals? Water is essential for good health. However, there is a strong belief that drinking water with meals is not a good practice as it interferes with the digestive process. However, many experts feel that th..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: SETTLED IN COURT
Patients treated free are also consumers Road accident victim Ramesh Chand Vyas succumbed to injuries four days after he was admitted to Government Bangar Hospital in Pali, Rajasthan. His wife Pushpa filed a complaint against the hospital ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: CERS MEDIATES
Daikin replaces faulty 1.2 ton AC with 1.5 ton one Problematic AC Mita Shah purchased a 1.2 ton Daikin AC from Alfa Trading Co in March 2018. Right from the time of installation there were problems in cooling. Mita called the technicians from ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Nov.18: COVER STORY
20 reasons for weight gain that aren’t food and exercise Some of them you don’t really have control over… If you think that food and exercise are the only factors affecting weight, it’s time for a rethink. Of course,..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in November
Oct.18: FOOD AND HEALTH
Fight diabetes with these 18 foods They help control diabetes and prevent its complications Today, diabetes has become as prevalent as the common cold. Around 69 million Indians suffer from this serious condition. Called the silent killer, unc..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18: AROUND THE WORLD
USA Restaurant order influenced by music Loud music stressful This may come as a surprise. A new study has found that the music playing in a restaurant influences what you order. The study found that 20% more of a restaurant’s customers..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18: SPOTLIGHT
How to remove pesticides from fruits and vegetables Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables is vital for good health. However, the presence of pesticides on them is a worrying factor. Exposure to pesticides has been linked to cancer, diabet..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18: HEALTH MATTERS
Hazards of oversleeping Sleep is vital for good health as the body repairs and restores itself during sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation in the US, seven to nine hours of sleep is normal and healthy for adults between 18 and 64 ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18 : TALL TALK
Too Yumm – Encouraging bingeing Misusing a celebrity The television commercial (TVC) of Too Yumm shows fitness icon, cricketer Virat Kohli, munching on the snack. “Eat anytime, anywhere, as much,†he tells viewers. Since it ..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18: NEWS FLASH
Regulate cost of food inside cinema halls: HC Public fleeced  The Bombay High Court has observed that the charges of food items in multiplexes are “exorbitantâ€, sometimes more than the film ticket. It has asked the Maharasht..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018
Oct.18: IN A CAPSULE Â
Portion size is critical for weight loss Small meals Sticking to recommended portion sizes is an important part of weight management. Smaller meal sizes can assist in reducing energy intake and training the body to expect smaller portions on a..
- Posted by CERC India
- Posted in October-2018