Jaggery is a traditional Indian sweetener and a staple in Indian households. Jaggery sweets are a standard offering to God in various parts of India. It is healthier than refined white sugar, a product of raw and concentrated sugar cane juice. Sugar contains the ominous empty calories dreaded by all. On the other hand, jaggery […]
By Parul Dube
Kiwi fruit is not often considered a “superfood”, but in fact, it’s a fruit that is full of important vitamins and minerals and can have a very positive effect on your health. These brown fuzzy fruits have a sweet and slightly tangy taste with green flesh on the inside that lends a unique flavor and tropical […]
By Hiral Patel
An essential nutrient, potassium is a mineral that your body needs to perform a myriad of important functions. Balancing the electrolytes and fluids in your body and ensuring your heart continues to pump blood depends on consuming adequate amounts of potassium.
Basa fish is a catfish, scientifically referred to as Pangasius Bocourti. It is also commonly called river cobbler, Vietnamese cobbler, and swai. Native to Vietnam, Basa fish is found abundantly in the Mekong and Chao Phraya rivers and is extensively exported worldwide.
By Alpa Momaya
Nutritionists recommend high protein diets for reducing and managing obesity by improving body weight management. For every 1 kg of body weight, the recommended quantity is 0.08- 1g grams of protein. However, age and health parameters can change the intake. Protein helps build tissues and muscle strength, oxygenates food, helps in regulating hormones and enzyme […]
By Parul Dube
The work culture and the constant grind have got so many of us compromising on our health. We go about our busy days with tight schedules without conscious thought about the repercussions of munching on extremely oily, salty, and unhealthy food. In addition, the constant glorification of excess work, long hours, and always being productive […]
By Parul Dube
When one thinks of protein, steak, eggs, or chicken might come to mind. But suppose you’re not a big meat eater and are a vegetarian or, well, an eggetarian. In that case, you have other options to make sure you get the recommended amount of protein that your body needs. Protein is a macronutrient and […]
By Parul Dube
A scroll through your social media feed and group chats forwards will bring you across multiple guaranteed tips and tricks to use food as a cure for many ailments. Unfortunately, this digital era of fast content creation proves to be easy to perpetrate food and nutrition myths by unlicensed individuals. Furthermore, we are also passing […]
By Parul Dube
Hydrated, supple, clear, glowing and healthy skin is what we all desire. But do we pay attention to aspects other than complicated skincare routines? Many of us don’t realise that intentionally or unintentionally, our daily choices result in our skin getting ‘starved’ of certain essential nutrients. Skin starvation leads to frequent breakouts, skin allergies, dullness […]
By Parul Dube
The world today runs on screens. From students to the people working in the office, everyone is living a sedentary lifestyle. It means most people today are doing little to no physical activities, hence burning no additional calories other than their BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate). In the modern-day scenario, where we are always on the […]
By Parul Dube
Afternoon is the time of day that starts mid-day and ends in the evening. When the afternoon slump hits, it is natural to reach for the candy jar, snacks or swing by the vending machine. But while snacking might feel satisfying at first, it fades away, compelling you to reach out for more unhealthy snacks. […]
By Parul Dube
The beginning of the festive season is here and along with the arrival of goddess Durga, it is time to meet family, friends and make memories. The spirit of Navratri is at its peak, still wondering how to fast for nine days and keep yourself healthy? Avoid having fried and oil-laden foods, switch to healthier […]
By Parul Dube
Food is the foundation of how our body looks and feels from within. Therefore, what we eat directly affects how we look and feel. If you spend innumerable hours hitting the gym and still fail to see any significant results, maybe it is time to modify your bad diet. Your diet plays a vital role […]
By Parul Dube
Lifestyle, Diet and various other factors heavily impacts Fertility of a women. While food alone cannot cure all the problems, it can undoubtedly support and maintain your overall health. Eating an excellent, well-balanced diet is the key to a healthy and fit body. However, many times the infertility problem has nothing to do with a […]
By Parul Dube
Just as plants dry out and die without sufficient water, similarly, humans need water to stay alive. Water is the elixir of life. A human body contains 75% of water, and it is as vital as blood. Therefore, proper hydration is the key to a healthy body and a stable mind. Water is essential for […]
By Parul Dube
Does embarking on a weight loss journey mean giving up your sweets, French fries and red meat? Not necessarily. Creating space for better nutrition doesn’t necessarily require a total overhaul or giving up on your favourite foods. Here are seven food swaps that may help you in cutting down on unhealthy calories. 1. Eggs or […]
By Parul Dube
Getting fit and in shape is something that we all desire. However, our hectic lifestyle and wrong food habits make it almost impossible for us to stay healthy. But as they say, it is never too late to turn things around in your life. So start now, start at whatever age you are, whichever place […]
By Parul Dube
To err is human. We all have our secret meltdowns, like munching junk food or stealing ice cream straight from the freezer. Bad habits such as eating amnesia, after-dinner treats, drinking without thinking, skipping breakfast, and portion distortion induces weight gain among all sections of the population. But the lifestyle habits causing your weight gain […]
By Parul Dube
Eggs have constantly been a part of our diets for ages, and they are known as the original superfood of mother nature. However, it is only now that we are learning the full extent of their nutritional values. With the evolution of science and our interest in health care, we are now discovering how beneficial […]
By Parul Dube
Recently, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people are looking out for natural ways to boost their immunity. Of course, when we talk about immunity, Vitamin C is the first thing that comes to our mind. However, very few know that zinc-rich foods are equally essential for our immunity and play a significant role in keeping […]
By Parul Dube
It is a no-brainer that your diet should consist of healthy foods. However, did you know that certain healthy foods specifically target your heart? Heart-healthy foods are nutritious as a whole. In particular, they strive for the proper functioning of the heart. As of recent studies, if you want to know the cause of one […]
By Parul Dube
Are you struggling to perform your basic everyday tasks or just inherently feeling unhealthy? Then it’s time to hop on a healthy weight loss routine. This pandemic and the new work from the home routine have added a few extra inches to the waistline for some of us. With the new sedentary lifestyle, sitting for […]
By Parul Dube
Basa fish is a catfish, scientifically referred to as Pangasius Bocourti. It is also commonly called river cobbler, Vietnamese cobbler, and swai. Native to Vietnam, Basa fish is found abundantly in the Mekong and Chao Phraya rivers and is extensively exported worldwide. Over the years, Basa fish has gained popularity amongst people who are cautious […]
By Alpa Momaya
The Introduction of Star Fruit Star fruit is something that you can easily find anywhere in India. It is sold freely amidst Churans, pickles, and candied fruit in old-fashioned packaging in carts. As a result, most school-going children know star fruit as a tasty and tangy star-shaped snack that offers an instant pick-me-up. However, most […]
By Hiral Patel
Triphala is a herbal remedy having its roots in Indian Ayurveda. It is a mix of herbs that has immense health benefits. The combined strength of the components of Triphala is much greater than their benefits. Both Ayurveda and Western medicine agree that health and disease begin in the gut; Triphala represents an essential foundational […]
By Hiral Patel
Jaggery is a traditional Indian sweetener and a staple in Indian households. Jaggery sweets are a standard offering to God in various parts of India. It is healthier than refined white sugar, a product of raw and concentrated sugar cane juice. Sugar contains the ominous empty calories dreaded by all. On the other hand, jaggery […]
By Alpa Momaya
With a plethora of diet plans available at one’s disposal, it can get confusing to decide which one is right for you. Let us take you through some details you would want to know. We have tried to cover all aspects to consider before starting a weight-loss diet. There are many weight loss programs found […]
By Alpa Momaya
Summary: Lentils are edible seeds from the pulses group. Available with or without their outer shells, lentils are a staple food in many parts of Asia and North Africa. Here’s all you need to know about lentils, their nutritional values, benefits, and how to use them in your cooking. What is Lentils Lentils are one […]
By Alpa Momaya
Summary: This article talks about why you should eat paneer, also known as Indian cottage cheese. It contains many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are beneficial for health. It helps in meeting the protein requirements of vegetarian people. You can include paneer in your diet by incorporating it into several dishes. Paneer is also beneficial […]
By Alpa Momaya
Summary: Quinoa is a crop that has recently found its popularity in various healthy nutrition plans. High in fiber, whole in texture, this versatile plant has lent itself to serve as a substitute to many pulses and rice while being a great addition to soups and salads. Here are 10 healthy and simple quinoa recipes […]
By Alpa Momaya
