Black rice has many names, such as forbidden rice, purple rice, and emperor’s rice. There are over twenty variants of black rice. This rice has a fantastic taste and is also very nutritious. It belongs to the species Oryza Sativa L. Black rice is considered one of the most beneficial due to its lesser calorie […]
By Hiral Patel
Muesli is a ready-to-eat breakfast cereal. It contains a healthy proportion of whole grains, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. You can eat muesli like classic cereal with milk, eat it hot like oatmeal, or grind it up as a flour base for pancakes. Hence, muesli is a breakfast staple due to its endless versatility. There […]
By Aditi Shenai
Beetroot, also known as red beet, is a type of root vegetable. It is native to the Mediterranean region. The shape is typically round or oval. Beetroot is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and has a sweet, earthy flavour when cooked. It comes in a beautiful deep red or purple colour. It […]
By Nahida
Barley is an excellent source of dietary fibre. It is a nutrient-dense alternative to rice in a weight-loss diet. Compared to other whole-grain options, barley is lower in fat. You can use barley in preparing bread, soups, and stews and as a malt source for alcoholic beverages, most notably beer. Of all the available barley […]
By Zoomi Singh
Soups are comfort food. They can help a female fight her period cramps, strengthen the immune system and can be great appetisers when your taste suffers during illness. In the freezing winter, there aren’t many things that can match a warm bowl of soup. However, this dish can do more for you. Soups can be […]
By Nahida
The term that gets the most online searches is “losing weight.” However, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 1.9 billion adults worldwide are overweight, with 650 million obese. Obesity has become a global concern due to sedentary lifestyles, junk food, and irregular sleeping patterns. Unfortunately, reversing this condition and returning to a […]
By Alpa Momaya
Most people think that to lose weight, they must drastically reduce their fat intake. However, this is not necessarily true. You can lose weight by eating fewer calories than you burn. It is also important to note that fat is an essential nutrient, and one should not eliminate it from their diet altogether. Fat helps […]
Doctors and dieticians across the globe advise individuals aiming to lose weight to integrate at least 20 to 30 minutes of walking every day. But before building a daily walking regime, one must be aware of the direct and indirect walking-related mistakes most commonly made by individuals. Not only will it help one correct their […]
Most of us would like to lose a few kilos of weight and that too instantly. And many people think the best way to lose weight is by starving ourselves. However, not eating enough is the worst thing you can do if you want to lose weight. Your body needs to be in a calorie […]
By Alpa Momaya
The pancreas is an organ of many talents. Most of us know the pancreas as the tireless brewer of insulin, the super-important hormone for blood sugar control. We could say that one couldn’t eat without this spongy organ since it plays a pretty important role in digestion. But sometimes, the pancreas is known to digest […]
By Parul Dube
Eating a banana or a baked potato with the skin on provides you with a good dose of potassium. However, high potassium levels can throw electrolyte levels out of balance if you have compromised kidney function or chronic renal illness. That is when your healthcare professional will recommend a low-potassium diet. If your doctor recommends […]
By Parul Dube
Low-residue diet refers to a low-fibre diet. Fruits and vegetables have a large amount of fibre, improving digestion. Therefore, it’s generally advisable to eat high-fiber food products. In a low-residue diet, you must avoid fruits with fibre and check the packaging before eating any packaged food. A low-residue diet has its pros and cons. Health […]
By Aditi Shenai
Yams are tuber vegetables, often confused with sweet potatoes. Yams are more starchy and less sweet than sweet potatoes. They have white, yellow, purple or pink flesh like sweet potatoes. The colour depends on the maturity of the yam. White yams are high in potassium, while yellow, orange and purple flesh yams are full of […]
By Aditi Shenai
The roe of marine species, such as lumpsucker, hake, mullet, salmon, Atlantic bonito, mackerel, squid, and cuttlefish, are exceptionally high in omega-3 fatty acids. Fish eggs are traditionally thought of as a rare treat. However, this may alter as more individuals become familiar with the salmon roe usually found in sushi restaurants. All types of […]
By Aditi Shenai
“Health is Wealth” is an age-old saying, and its true importance becomes clearer as we grow up. When nutritious food isn’t consumed, nutrient deficiencies can occur, leading to various symptoms in the body. A common deficiency many people face today is iron deficiency. Iron is a vital nutrient, and we can improve our health by […]
By Hiral Patel
By now, we are all aware of the term “gluten”. Products are now available in supermarkets which advertise themselves as being gluten-free. So, what is “gluten” and what does one mean by a gluten-free diet? Let’s discuss this further. Read on below. Table of contents What is a Gluten-Free Diet? Gluten-Free Diet India Gluten-Free Diet […]
Bananas are one of the most widely traded tropical fruits. It is a type of fruit from herbaceous plants of the genus Musa. There are two varieties of bananas, dessert bananas (yellow, ripe, slightly ripe) and green bananas (plantain). With an annual yield of 14.2 million tonnes, India leads the world in banana production. Bananas, […]
By Nahida
Fat-free mass, sometimes conflated with lean body mass, includes your body’s water, organs, bone, and muscle content. In other words, it refers to all of your body components except fat. However, fat-free mass refers primarily to muscle mass, especially while considering body composition and weight management. Most people are now trying to achieve a higher […]
By Aditi Shenai
The waist-to-hip ratio has been one of fashion and healthcare’s most widely discussed topics. Since the early Victorian era, women and men have consciously tried to get as low a waist-to-hip ratio as possible. At the time, some even wore corsets to hold their stomachs in. However, this ongoing trend makes us wonder why the […]
By Nahida
Rumour has it that lecithin is claimed to be effective for weight loss, but is it hundred percent true? We are afraid it is not so! Here we talk about lecithin and how it helps in weight loss (even if it does marginally). Also, we delve into the benefits and side effects of lecithin, other […]
By Sarah Gaur
More than 18% of the world’s population follows a vegetarian diet. It focuses on plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, lentils, grains, seeds, and nuts. In addition, vegetarians abstain from eating meat, fish, and poultry. But vegetarian or vegan diets can be heavy in carbs, from grains, starchy vegetables, and bread. However, it is entirely possible […]
By Hiral Patel
Pine nuts are the most loved buttery treats of the winter season with the goodness of heart-friendly fats and minerals. Pine nuts are also called pignolia or pignoli nuts. Despite the name, pine nuts are seeds. Hence, you can call them either nuts or seeds. Pine nuts come with a hefty price tag due to […]
By Alpa Momaya
Avocado oil is well known for its nourishing properties, and its primary use is in various cosmetics. Avocado oil is extracted from the pulp of the avocado fruit. The process usually involves the separation of the pulp from the fruit and extracting the oil by cold pressing. People generally use the Hass and Persea Americana […]
By Nahida
Testosterone is a male reproductive hormone. Do you feel that libido is not what it used to be, or you feel weak, or you do not have the strength to get up in the morning, can’t focus on your task, or spend some quality time with family? The chances are that you’re experiencing symptoms of […]
By Alpa Momaya
In the realm of nutrition, there are certain superfoods that stand out due to their remarkable health benefits and versatility. One such extraordinary ingredient that has captivated palates and nourished civilizations for centuries is the humble olive. Beyond being a culinary delight, olives are bursting with an array of nutrients, making them an essential component […]
By Aditi Shenai
The Paleo diet is a popular 21st century diet. However, it gained popularity only in recent years, the Paleo Diet came into existence in the 1970s. Its popularity stemmed from its contribution to weight loss. Let’s look at what a Paleo diet actually is and how beneficial it can indeed be. Table of Content What […]
