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നമ്മുടെ കേരളത്തിലെ ഒരു പാരമ്പര്യ വസ്ത്രധാരണ രീതിയാണ് ഒന്നരയും മുണ്ടും. ഇന്നത്തെ തലമുറയിലെ നമ്മൾ സെറ്റുന്നുമുണ്ട് ഉടുക്കാൻ അറിയുമെങ്കിലും, എല്ലാവരും അ ടിയിൽ പാവാടയും പാന്റീസും തന്നെയാണ് ഉപയോഗിക്കുക. പാന്ടീസിനെ നോക്കുമ്പോൾ , ഒന്നര ഉടുക്കുക എന്നത് പ്രയാസമുള്ള സംഗതി തന്നെയാണ്, വിശേഷിച്ചും ഈ തിരക്കേറിയ കാലഘട്ടത്തിൽ.ഒന്നര എപ്പോൾ വേണമെങ്കിലും അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകുമെന്ന പേടി വേറെയും. നമ്മുടെ പഴയ തലമുറയ്ക്ക് ഒന്നര ഒരു കോൺഫിഡൻസ് ആണ് കൊടുത്തിരുന്നതെങ്കിൽ , ഇന്നത്തെ തലമുറക്ക്‌ അതൊരു തലവേദനയാണ്. പാണ്റ്റീസ് ധരിച്ചാലുള്ള ഒരു കെയർ ഫ്രീ ഫ്രീഡം നഷ്ടപ്പെടും. അതുകൊണ്ടാണ് ഒന്നര നമ്മുടെ ഇടയിൽനിന്നും തികച്ചും അപ്രത്യക്ഷമായത്

ഇനി എന്റെ ഒരു അനുഭവം പറയാം. ജീവിതത്തിൽ ഒരിക്കലും ഒന്നര ധരിക്കാത്ത എനിക്ക് ഒരു അലര്ജി കാരണം പാന്ടീസിനോട് വിടപറയേണ്ടി വന്നു. അങ്ങിനെയാണ് ഞാൻ ഒന്നര ധരിച്ചു ശീലമാക്കാൻ ഇടയായത്‌ .ആദ്യം വീട്ടിൽ ഇരിക്കുമ്പോൾ മാത്രം ഉപയോഗിച്ചു തുടങ്ങി. പക്ഷെ ഇടയ്ക്കിടക്കു അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകുന്ന ഒന്നരയോടെ പിൻഭാഗം ഒരു പ്രയാസം തന്നെയായിരുന്നു. അതുകൊണ്ടുതന്നെ ഒരിക്കലും ഒന്നരയുടുത്തു പുറത്തുപോകാനുള്ള ധൈര്യം ഉണ്ടായിരുന്നില്ല. ആരോ ഉപദേശിച്ച പ്രകാരം, ഒന്നരയുടെ പിൻഭാഗത്തെ വാലിൽ ഒരു കെട്ടിട്ട് നോക്കി. അപ്പോൾ അഴിയലിൽ അല്പം ഭേദം ഉണ്ടായെങ്കിലും, പിന്നിലെ കെട്ട് ഏപ്പോഴും മുഴച്ചുകൊണ്ടിരിക്കും.ഇതൊക്കെയാണെങ്കിലും ഒരു കാര്യം വ്യക്തമായിരുന്നു.ഒന്നര ധരിക്കുമ്പോഴുള്ള ഒരു സുഖം വേറെതന

ഇത്രയും വര്ഷം പാണ്റ്റീസുമാത്രം ധരിച്ചിരുന്ന എനിക്ക് അതൊരു വ്യത്യസ്‍ത അനുഭവം തന്നെയായിരുന്നു. അതുകൊണ്ടുതന്നെ, എന്തെല്ലാം വിഷമങ്ങളുണ്ടെങ്കിലും ഒന്നര ധരിച്ചു ശീലമാക്കാൻ തന്നെ തീരുമാനിച്ചു. ഒന്നര എങ്ങിനെ അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകാതെയും പുറത്തേക്കു മുഴച്ചു നിൽക്കാതെ ഭംഗിയായും ഉടുക്കാം എന്നതിനെ കുറിച്ച ഒരു ഗവേഷണം തന്നെ നടത്തി. അതിൻ്റെ ഫലമായി എൻ്റെതായിട്ടുള ഒരു രീതി അഭ്യസിച്ചു. ഇപ്പോൾ ഞാൻ വീട്ടിൽ മാത്രമല്ല, പുറത്തു എവിടേക്കും ഒന്നര ധരിച്ചു പോകുന്നു. അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകുമെന്ന ഭയമേ ഇല്ല. മാത്രമല്ല, കാലത്തു ധരിക്കുന്ന ഒന്നര രാത്രി വരെയും അഴിയാതെ ഭദ്രമായി ഇരിക്കുന്നു. താല്പര്യമുള്ളവർക്ക് ഉടുക്കുന്ന രീതി ഉപദേശിക്കാം.

നിങ്ങൾ. അരയിൽ ചരട് സ്ഥിരമായി കെട്ടുന്ന ശീലമുണ്ടോ? അല്ലെങ്കിൽ, ഒരു ചരട് അരയിൽ ആദ്യമായി കെട്ടണം. അതീന് ശേഷം ഒന്നര മുണ്ടിന്ടെ വലതു ഭാഗം ചരടിൻടെ ഉള്ളിൽ കൂടി വലിച്ചു പുറത്തേക്കു നല്ലവണ്ണം നീട്ടി വലിച്ചിടുക . മുണ്ടിന്ടെ ഈ തലയാണ് കാലിനിടയിലൂടെ പിന്നിലേക്ക് കുത്തേണ്ട ഭാഗം. അതിന്നു മുമ്പ് , മുണ്ടിന്ടെ ഇടതു ഭാഗം സാധാരണ മുണ്ടുടുക്കുന്നതുപോലെ അരയുടെ വലതു വശത്തു മുറുക്കി കുത്തുക. ഇതും അരചരടിന്ടെ ഉള്ളിൽകൂടി ഒന്ന് കോർത്ത് കുത്തുന്നത് നല്ലതാണ്. ഒരിക്കലും അഴിഞ്ഞുപോകുകയില്ല.അതിനുശേഷം മുണ്ടിൻടെ മുമ്പിലേക്കു നീട്ടിയിട്ട ഭാഗം ആവശ്യത്തിന് രണ്ടു ഭാഗത്തേക്കും വലിച്ചാൽ മുൻവശത്തെ ചുളിവുകളെല്ലാം മാറി കിട്ടും.മാത്രമല്ല, മുൻവശം നല്ലവണ്ണം മറഞ്ഞിരിക്കുകയും ചെയ്യും.

ഇനി തൂങ്ങിക്കിടക്കുന്ന മുൻവശം, അതായത് ഒന്നരയുടെ വാൽ എന്നറിയപ്പെടുന്ന ഭാഗം കാലിന്നിടയിലൂടെ പിന്നിലേക്ക് വലിച്ചു വീണ്ടും അരച്ചരടിന്ടെ ഇടയിലൂടെ കടത്തി വലിക്കുക. വേണമെങ്കിൽ ഒരു തവണ കൂടി അരച്ചരടിലൂടെ കടത്തി മുറുക്കി, ബാക്കിയുള്ള വാലറ്റം പിന്നിലേക്ക് കുത്തിയാൽ ഒരിക്കലും അഴിയുമെന്ന പേടിയേവേണ്ട .കാലത്തുടുത്താൽ രാത്രിവരെയും അഴിഞ്ഞുപോകാതെയിരിക്കും എന്നുള്ളത് എൻ്റെ അനുഭവം സാക്ഷ്യപ്പെടുത്തുന്നു. ഇങ്ങനെ അരച്ചരടിലൂടെ ഭദ്രമാക്കുന്ന ഒന്നര ഉടുക്കൽ ശീലിച്ചാൽ ഒന്നര അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകുമെന്ന ഭയാശങ്ക ഒഴിവാക്കാം . പാന്ടീസ് ധരിച്ചാലുള്ള ആത്മവിശ്വാസത്തോടെ എവിടെയും ഓടിച്ചാടി നടക്കാം. മാത്രമല്ല, ഒന്നരയുടെ എല്ലാ ഗുണവും സുഖവും അനുഭവിക്കുകയും ചെയ്യാം. ഈ ഉഷ്ണകാല

ഈ ഉഷ്ണകാലത്തു തന്നെ ഇങ്ങനെയുള്ള ഒന്നര ഉപയോഗം ശീലിക്കുക ഒന്നരക്കുള്ള ഒരു ഗുണം അത് ഒരിക്കൽ ഉപയോഗിച്ചു ശീലിച്ചാൽ പിന്നെ അതിൽ നിന്നും മാറാൻ പ്രയാസമാണ്.പിന്നീട് എപ്പോഴെങ്കിലും പാണ്റ്റീസ്‌ ധരിച്ചാൽ തന്നെ അതിഷ്ടപ്പെടുകയില്ല. അരയിലൊന്നും ധരിക്കാത്ത ഒരു ഫീലിംഗ് ആണ് അനുഭവപ്പെടുക. പിന്നെ ഒന്നര യിൽ നിന്നും പാന്ടീസിലേക്കു മാറിയവർ ഇപ്പോഴും ഒന്നര അഴിഞ്ഞുപോകുമെന്ന പേടികൊണ്ടു ചെയ്യുന്നവരാണ്. ഈ അരച്ചരട് ടെക്‌നിക്‌ എല്ലാവര്ക്കും ഒന്നരയിലേക്കു തിരിച്ചുവരാൻ ഗുണം ചെയ്യും.

നല്ല ഹാൻഡ്‌ലൂം മുണ്ടു ഒരു മൂന്നെണ്ണം മേടിച്ചു മാറി മാറി ഉടുത്താൽ , തീർച്ചയായും മൂന്നു വർഷമെങ്കിലും ഉപയോഗിക്കാൻ പറ്റും. പാന്ടീസിനെ അപേക്ഷിച്ചു ഒന്നരമുണ്ടിൻടെ ഗുണം അത് വൃത്തിയാക്കാൻ എളുപ്പമാണെന്നുള്ളതാണ്.ഒരു തോർത്തുമുണ്ടിനെ പോലെ വളരെ വേഗത്തിൽ പിഴിഞുണക്കി വൃത്തിയാക്കി എടുക്കാം .നമ്മുടെ വര്ഷക്കാലത്താണ് ഇതിന്ടെ ഗുണം ശെരിക്കും അനുഭവപ്പെടുക. മഴക്കാലത്ത് ഒരു ചെറിയ പാണ്റ്റീസ്‌ ഉണങ്ങിക്കിട്ടാൻ എത്ര ബുദ്ധിമുട്ടാണ്. അതുകൊണ്ടുതന്നെ വളരെ അധികം പാണ്റ്റീസ്‌ ആവശ്യമാണുതാനും. ഒന്നരമുണ്ടാകട്ടെ, ഒരു ഫാനിന്ടെ കാറ്റിൽ പോലും ഉണക്കി എടുക്കാവുന്നതേയുള്ളു. പിന്നെ ആർത്തവ സമയത്താണ് ഒന്നര ഏറ്റവും അത്യന്താപേക്ഷികം. ഒന്നരയോടെ അടിയിൽ തുണി പാഡ് ഉപയോഗിച്ചാലും

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സെറ്റ് മുണ്ടു എന്നത് ഒരു മുണ്ടും ഒരു നേര്യതും ആണല്ലോ ? ഈ നേര്യതു തറ്റുടുക്കുവാൻ വളരെ നല്ലതാണ്. ഇതിന്റെ അളവുകൾ .. 8 അടി നീളം, 3 അടി വീതി.

ഇത് കൊണ്ട് താറുടുക്കാൻ വളരെ നല്ലതാണ്. നീളക്കൂടുതൽ ഉള്ളതു കൊണ്ട്, അര യിൽ നന്നായി മുറുക്കി കുത്താം. വീതിയുള്ളതുകൊണ്ടു, താർ വാലിന് ആവശ്യമുള്ള നീളവും, അറ്റത്തു കെട്ടിടാനുള്ള നീളവും ലഭിക്കുന്നു. കൂടാതെ, തുടകൾ മുഴുവൻ മുറുകിയും അറ്റം മുട്ടിനുതാഴെവരെ എത്തുകയും ചെയ്യുന്നു.

ഈ തുണി നേർത്തതാണെങ്കിലും, അല്പം പരുക്കനായതിനാൽ, ഉടുത്താൽ മുറുകിയിരിക്കും. അഴിഞ്ഞു പോകുകയില്ല.

അല്പം വണ്ണമുള്ളവർക്കും ഈ അളവുകൾ പാകമായിരിക്കും. മെലിഞ്ഞവർ ചെറിയ നേര്യതു ഉപയോഗിക്കുക.

Don't use sanitary napkins

2017-05-10T10:17:00.001+05:30

This is a recent report regarding the health hazards of using modern Sanitary pads. the illustration below will also tell you the bad elements. But, what's the solution ?

Just don't use these pads. Go back to the 60s and 70s , when women used cotton pads. Moreover ONNARA helped them !

8-Bras-in-one

2015-09-25T11:28:00.005+05:30

This is an interesting article and photos from ManoramaOnline.

8 Bras in one Try yourself !!

Onnara pictures

2015-09-03T13:09:00.001+05:30

Onnara pictures from Pinterest

Scenes from an old Malayalam movie !

Madhavikutty and Onnara

2015-06-29T11:56:00.000+05:30

Surfing on the net, I came across a page from our beloved writer "Madhavikutty". You know now about the book, and how beautiful it is !

She wrote about Onnara in her novel "My Story". Here is the page. But I suggest you to read the book in full !

Saree and Onnara - Rape retardants

2015-04-08T14:48:00.002+05:30

Today's newspaper (The Hindu) carries an article which I am reproducing below. Wife of a Goa Minister made certain revelations last day. The Minister now have endorsed her views.

That's about wearing the Saree. Saree and kumkum , she said, are safe against sexual harassments.

Must be right !
But I am sure about one fact. "Wear Onnara , Avoid Rape".

You may wonder how Onnara can avoid a rape. If you have read some of my posts earlier in this blog regarding the advantages of wearing Onnara, you would understand that.

The modern undergarments - panties - are so thin and soft, it just cannot guard / protect the private parts properly. It easily gives way for any intentional act, and so cannot deter a criminal .

But, an Onnara, worn properly, would block the criminal from doing the act. Onnara acts as a fairly strong shield around the private parts . It takes much effort to open up , without her consent. That's how Onnara becomes an Anti-rape undergarment .

How to save Malaysian women ?

2015-04-06T14:03:00.003+05:30

How to save Malaysian women from doing a crime ?
Did you read the last post ? Yeah... Malaysian women are in a problem. Let's help them.

The solution is simple. They should wear Onnara. Onnara is the right remedy for 'farting'. If you are in doubt, ask our senior ladies and grandmas who are used to wearing onnara. It's true that a rightly worn onnara can save you from blasting off ( breaking the wind). It's not that Onnara will block farting, but it can manage the pressure smooth and silent.

More to discuss here !

Apologies

2015-03-27T13:07:00.000+05:30

Of late, many visitors to this Blog "Antareeyam" have pointedout that I am losing the focus on ONNARA, and that I am posting 'something' on modern innerwears. These visitors have asked me to mainly look at the following.
1. Focus more on our traditional ONNARA.
2. Put coverage of modern stuff on back-burner.
3. Put good photographs/video/descriptions on ONNARA.
4. Modify the looks of the blog.

I value these suggestions very much. I shall try to do justice to them. However, I have certain limitations regarding posting of pictures/video on Onnara. Basically, it's the difficulty in getting videos on this topic. However, I shall take further efforts on this need.

Thank you all visitors who have commented on various posts/topics. More comments and suggestions are welcome.

I apologize for the deficiencies in this blog. I shall take further efforts.

THANK YOU ALL

Onnara : How tight ?

2015-01-15T11:32:00.001+05:30

Onnara : How tight should the thaar be ? The snap below tells you how it should be. The knot at the end ensures tightness and prevents auto-removal. So you can be sure your thaar is in place, with adequate tightness. Ensures comfort and avoids need for frequent tightening.

But make sure you wear the thaar at waist level, and not too low. If its low, the thaar is likely to get loosened. So be cautious !!

Bras recalled !

2014-12-21T09:48:00.004+05:30

We are familiar with product recalls. Especially cars !!
But, have you anytime heard of recalling lingerie by their mnufacturer ? Yes, It's true.
The bras made by Triumph, a Japanese lingerie maker, rcalled about 20000 underwired bras it had sold !
Please read the full story (from Business Line)

Inside Story

2014-12-12T14:15:00.000+05:30

There's an interesting article in today's cat.a.lyst (a supplement of Business Line). the article says, ads selling innerwear for men in India are not classy ! Do you agree ?

It's all psychology, sentiments, morality, and what not ?

How thin is your waist ?

2014-06-25T14:15:00.001+05:30

Yahoo reports that “ Thin Michele Koebke has shrunk her small waist from 64 cm to just 40cm by wearing a corset every day for three years -- even wearing a corset to make her waist thin when she sleeps.

The 24-year-old, from Berlin, Germany, says she aims to get down to a tiny 38 cm waist to be like her idol -- American Cathie Jung -- who currently has the record for the world's smallest waist. Single Michele believes she has the perfect feminine figure of having a really small waist - but it's come at a huge cost to her health.

But did you ever think about what our traditional ONNARA can offer (if properly worn) ?

Antareeyam for Surasundari

2014-04-01T12:39:00.003+05:30

The beautiful sculpture of Surasundari (10h century, Khajuraho) of a woman writing a love note after a night of passion , the nail marks still fresh on her back !

Can anyone please explain the antareeyam and uthareeyam of Surasundari ?

How to do Onnara - Video

2014-02-24T14:06:00.004+05:30

Many requests are pouring in to provide illustrative how-to or video on how to do onnara/thaar. I am sorry that I couldn't provide any such video here. I hope I'll make a video/illustrations in a few weeks' time. Kindly keep visiting this blog, I'll not disappoint you. THANK YOU all Onnara lovers and practitioners.

Magical underwear Vs Onnara

2013-04-14T10:54:00.002+05:30

Magical underwear from Japan. Magic ? Yeah ... it's quite different from the usual cotton or nylon underwears. It's more durable, absorbs sweat , and it is better. For more, please go to :

http://in.screen.yahoo.com/bizarre-beauty-products-japan-112500080.html

But you all would agree with me that the ONNARA is much more magical !!

Wearing bra makes breasts sagging

2013-04-14T10:50:00.001+05:30

Wearing bra makes your breasts sag ! It's not just a contrarian view. Research shows that this is TRUE !! For more, please go to http://in.screen.yahoo.com/wearing-bra-makes-breasts-sag-131411042.html

For generations, women have been advised that wearing a bra would keep breasts from sagging, prevent back pain and improve posture.
Wrong, wrong and wrong, according to a study conducted by Jean-Denis Rouillon, a sports medicine specialist from the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire in Besancon, France.
"Medically, physiologically, anatomically — breasts gain no benefit from being denied gravity," Rouillon said. "On the contrary, they get saggier with a bra."

http://www.livescience.com/28664-bras-make-breasts-sag.html

Big Size blessings

2012-12-03T12:08:00.003+05:30

Comments from a visitor

2012-11-05T11:14:00.000+05:30

Reproduced below is a mail from a Visitor. My comments and additions are put at the end of his notes.

Kerala Dress — OTTA MUNDU is lower part of the outer garment . It is simply called as Mundu • ONNARA MUNDU is the traditional loincloth of women. Traditional loincloth of men is Konakam • RETTA MUNDU is upper part of the outer garment. It is also known as Mel mundu or Settu mundu. Thattam is the headscarf of Muslim women • THORTHU MUNDU is the upper garment in medieval times. Later it is worn over blouse. This is the bathing wrap • THAR MUNDU is outer garment for martial art practices and also used as dancewear by women • KUPPAYAM is a shirt like blouse used by Christian and Muslim women. It is well known as Chatta • NJORI MUNDU Christian women wear mundu with pleats at the backside. This style is known as Njori mundu • MISCELLANEOUS In earlier times Mulakkacha is used as bodice and outer garment by the elites. Then Rowca replaced the Mulakkacha. It has no hooks but only tied by a knot in front side. Then the Blouse and Saree came in Industrialization era of 1970’s • KASAVU Zari woven border in Saree and Mundu • KALLI is the printed cotton sarong. DIMENSIONS — Onnara and Thaar are same in dimension. But Thar has the border (Kara) • Onnara and Thar (270cm L X 60cm B).

• NERIYATHU is the shawl for Christian women and Hindu men. Then Hindu women also adopted it as Mel mundu. Muslim men wear it as Rumal .

Highlight these points:

• Onnara acts as a body shaper.

• Onnara acts as the chastity belt that is beauty with safety.

• Onnara can be secured with safety knots at corners.

• Onnara absorbs the sweat in groin area.

• During mensuration extra padding cloth can be inserted.

Make paragraphs about the following headings.

Advantages: Onnara — Traditional • Hygienic • Eco-friendly

Multiple usage: Onnara — Undergarment • Shape wear • Chastity belt

Various situations: Onnara — Mensuration • Office • Travel

- Do some fieldwork (with the help of females)

• Ask elderly people for practical guidelines.

• Take genuine photos of Onnara with their permission.

• Upload it to the Wikipedia site.

• Candid photos are not clear.

• Ask Hantex and other stores for availability.

• And you may yourself start online sale.

- Do some paperwork

• Draw line drawings by a proper artist (How to drawings)

• Scan magazines ads for clarity.

• Do not upload ads by photos. It gets glare and dark.

My comments/ additions :

Onnara keeps you in shape

2012-10-03T11:18:00.001+05:30

In-shape claims to do wonders in reducing your tummies. May be true.
But, do you know that the practice of wearing ONNARA (done properly) can reduce your tummy ?
Wear an Onnara, properly tied and tight, which will dramatically show you results in a few days ! Continue the practice. Adopt the same as a standard inner garment.
No back pain or spinal problems. Guaranteed.
.

Inventing Koupeenam (Konakam) ?

2012-06-08T12:28:00.002+05:30

Look at the following report. And try the links too.

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=723304&page=30

City student reinvents basic Indian male garment

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Retro is in. ‘Koupeenam,’ the desi loin cloth is cocking a snook at the multi-billion dollar undergarment industry, courtesy an applied arts student in the city.

Akhil Raj K V, a final-year student at the College of Fine Arts, has ‘reinvented’ the simple Indian undergarment for the 21st century male as part of his college project. ‘Koupeen’ - Akhil has tweaked the name a bit for panache - made from 'pure cotton' comes in a chic sachet he himself has designed.

Predictably, the youngster from Kannur is ecstatic about ‘Koupeen’, though he has no immediate plans to market it. "The Koupeenam clearly has an edge over the briefs that are so popular today. And it goes back a long way. Even the ‘Kamasutra’ and old Ayurvedic texts mention it,’’ says Akhil.

If that doesn’t get the macho males queuing up, this should. "The USP of the ‘Koupeenam’ is that it’s healthy. It’s simple to wear, allows air flow unlike briefs and has no elastic. Elastic hurts the skin. Koupeenam doesn’t cause rashes,’’ he says. Best of all, it fits to size, unlike factory-produced modern undergarments which come in general sizes. And it has the added charm of being ethnic wear.

This most rudimentary of male underwear is simply a strip of cloth with strings at the ends. Come to think of it, the Koupeenam must be one of the oldest Indian inventions, though less-talked-about.

"Westerners discontinued using the tight briefs by the 1970s, boxer shorts are more popular there now. Why? They clearly understood the health implications. But we still stick to them,’’ says Akhil, who did some research into the ‘underworld’ as part of the project.

Old wine in new bottle, surely, but Akhil has made some alterations to suit the needs of the ever-on-the-move modern male.

"One reason why the Koupeenam gave way to the briefs was that it proved

to be a nuisance if you had to take a piss. So I’ve given it a vent, so you don’t have to untie the whole garment.’’‘Koupeen’ comes only in two colours; white and grey. "Coloured underwear can prove harmful, since the skin there is very sensitive. Light colours also prevent people from wearing undergarments for two or three days at a stretch,’’ he adds with a chuckle.

http://expressbuzz.com/cities/thiruv...nt/280966.html

This blog also may tell you something !

http://kaupeenam.blogspot.in/2012/05/kaupeenam.html

Onnaramundu by courier

2012-04-02T12:46:00.001+05:30

Many are still confused with the type and size of Onnaramundu. Availabilty of the onnaramundu is another issue detering the young from trying and using this lingerie.
Infact, the best variety is the 6feet by 3feet size handloom neryathu. This type of neryathu, with a thin 'kara' is very popular (for use as 'neryathu' ) in south Travancore too. 'Onnaramundu' , by that name, is not available in this part of the State. And that's why, the best alternative is suggested here.
In central and north Travancore, onnaramundu, (by that name itself) is available with most of the handloom textile shops. And certainly there's no problem at all in Malabar region.
Those of you desirous of graduating to onnara, may buy this neryathu from handloom textile shops ( and some of the big shops as well !). The size is 6'x3', ideal for wearing with mundu, saree, or churidar. It fits well and does not protrude down the knee level. The length is sufficient for lean and medium built body sized persons. For bulky sized, and large belly, this may not be sufficient. Alternate source may be required for this.

I find some of the readers are confused ( made to confuse by some others) as to whether they can use 'eerezha thorthu' (used for bathing) or 'chuttithorthu'. The experience tells us that these are not the right thing. Moreover, the size of these 'thorths' won't suit well to drape as onnara (thaar).

For people having no access to a handloom shop, or those who are reluctant (or shy) to ask for the 'neriyathu', there's another source who will supply you the stuff by courier. The item (a pair minimum) will reach you anywhere in the world, at very reasonable charges.

The Knoty problem

2012-03-22T16:03:00.000+05:30

Again, it's about the "knot". The "safety knot" !
Many , it looks, is still not clear (aware) on how to prevent the thaar from untieing while moving around. That is, how to retain its tightness all along you wear it. That's to make you confident with the thaar, at home, office, or outside.
A couple of posts in this blog has earlier described how to use the "KNOT" technique. But some has again pointed out the fact that the knot has its protrusion (bulge) seen outside. That's partially true. However, a rightly put knot can save you from the fear of a bulge at your rear. Be careful about the knot.
While putting the knot, be judicious to make the knot sufficiently big (so that the knot locks the thaar) and do not make it too small (when it may come off easily). The knot should be a flattened oval, and not as a roundish ball. Look at the pictures below.

The corner of the onnara(thaar)mundu. This corner, with its end tied as a knot goes round under to your rear.

This is a simple knot. The knot size should be enough to tuck in. Just enough, but it's going to be very difficult to open the knot before you wash after use. The knot would be too tight/rigid once you wear it for sometime.

A better knot, in the shape of "alpha" would make a slightly bigger knot, but could be flattened. Moreover, it has a tip which could be pulled out to open the knot (easy to open the knot for washing the thaarmundu).

This knot when tucked in at your rear, be flattened, so that the bulge is controlled.

Onnara users may try this and make yourself confident. And, post your comments as well !

10 tips for healthy breasts

2012-03-12T15:40:00.000+05:30

10 tips for healthy breasts

Eat your way to good health

Multiple research studies have shown that eating certain foods can help to minimize your risk of developing breast cancer. Some foods to add into your diet include yellow/orange fruits and vegetables such as butternut squash as they are packed with antioxidant beta-carotene which has been linked to lowered risk of breast cancer. Flax seeds, walnuts, cranberries and omega-3 fatty acids (found in oily fish, avocados and eggs) have also been linked to reduced risk of breast cancer, while eating foods high in magnesium can help prevent breast swelling and tenderness.

Check your bra size

It is thought that more than 70 per cent of women regularly wear the wrong bra size, yet this can not only lead to significant health problems including poor posture, skin irritation and breathing difficulties, but it can irreversibly damage breast ligaments, leading to breast pain and sagging. Breast size can change frequently over your lifetime due to weight changes, pregnancy or menopause so, rather than guessing your size, make sure you get measured regularly to ensure you are getting the support you need.

Get into the exercise habit

Research has shown that exercising four or more hours a week can lower estrogen levels and reduce risk of breast cancer, while separate studies have suggested that weekly workouts can increase survival in those with the illness. However, exercise is not only good for your health; it can also help to prevent sagging and improve the look of your boobs. While you may think that chest exercises are just for men, working out the pectoral muscles through exercises such as push-ups and bench presses is great for improving the firmness, lift and shape of your breasts.

Get a natural lift

If you long for perkier, uplifted boobs, using a firming cream on your breasts and décolletage can help you to achieve this look. While applying a cream is unlikely to make any significant changes to the overall size or shape of your breasts, by massaging a firming cream regularly into your skin you can help to improve skin elasticity and tone up the area, helping to prevent wrinkles and sagging and improve the overall appearance of your boobs.

Fake a perfect cleavage

If you’re planning to wear a plunging neckline and want to make the most of your cleavage, it is possible to create the appearance of bigger breasts with a little bit of makeup. To cheat your way to a better cleavage, don your favourite bra then lightly dust some matte bronzer between your breasts, blending up and out to create the illusion of shadow. Finish with a lighter, shimmery powder across the top of your boobs and collarbones.

Check your breasts

According to a survey by Breakthrough Breast Cancer, only 35% of women regularly check their breasts for signs of cancer. However, breast cancer is a leading cause of death in women and early diagnosis can rapidly increase chances of survival. Women are advised to get to know their boobs by checking them each month and looking out for changes in size, shape and skin texture, as well as checking for discharge, rashes or lumps. If you are not sure how to go about checking your breasts, visit a reputable website or ask your doctor for tips on performing these necessary checks.

Quit smoking

Smoking has repeatedly been established as a leading cause of many serious illnesses, and breast cancer is no different. A study by researchers at the California Department of Health Services found that the rate of breast cancer amongst women who smoked was around 30% higher than for those who had never smoked. Separate research also suggests that the effects of smoking are cumulative, with risk increasing according to years of cigarette smoking, so stopping smoking now could help cut your risk of developing the illness.

Apply sunscreen

Despite the warnings about skin cancer, many of us are still not applying sunscreen on a regular basis. However, failing to apply sun lotion not only puts the delicate chest area at risk of sunburn and skin cancer, but it can also lead to premature ageing of the skin. To prevent a wrinkly cleavage and help keep your décolletage smooth and taut, make sure to apply a minimum of SPF 15 sunscreen whenever your skin is exposed to the sun.

Wear a sports bra

When we work out, our breasts tend to move about with the movements of our body. Exercising without adequate support (particularly for those with larger breasts) can therefore lead to discomfort and pain, as well as damage to ligaments which can cause breasts to sag. To make sure your boobs are protected from the effects of exercise, make sure you purchase a well-fitting exercise bra which is sturdier than your everyday bra and can help minimize breast movement.

Improve your posture

If you want to give yourself an instant breast lift, the best thing you can do is improve your posture. The chest muscles can lose flexibility when your shoulders are hunched, causing sagging over time. Furthermore, walking with a straighter back will make you boobs look instantly bigger and more pert. Try to pay attention to how you stand and sit throughout the day and consider taking up an exercise that will improve your posture such as yoga, Pilates or Tai Chi.

{ Courtesy : Yahoo.com }

Which underwear should I wear today ?

2012-03-08T10:12:00.000+05:30

This is a usual confusion. Almost everyday !

Which underwear should I wear today ?

And you certainly take a dicision. Must be this way. Look at the method you do !

Courtesy of Yahoo !!