Behind closed doors of our lonely elderly

What if your only surviving parent comes to you one day and says, with an earnest plea, "I want to move to an old age home." Not because of any neglect on your part but because of something far more heartbreaking-Loneliness. How would you feel? Guilt? Confusion? A pang of...

Soups and Stews for a healthier winter

When the cold winds blow and the days grow shorter, there's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of soup or stew to warm both body and soul. While Bengali food traditions don't emphasize soups as much as other cuisines, the chilly winter months create a unique space in our hearts...