Sankranti is the time to gorge on chikki of all kind. Be it sesame, peanut or dryfruits, the crunchy chikki- also known as brittle – is loved by everyone. If made with jaggery, it’s a much healthier sweet option as compared to the ubiquitous barfis and pedhas. On Makar Sankranti, the Hindu harvest festival, we […]
By Alpa Momaya
Christmas is almost here and New Year’s round the corner. It’s time to shop, party and eat out every other day. We all know that we must order sensibly when eating out but did you know that little things like the restaurant you choose and the sequence of ordering when eating out with friends can […]
By Neha Jain
Christmas and calories seem to go together. But is it essential to undo all the good you did over the last few months by overdosing on calorie-laden dishes? We give you a fantastic Christmas menu that will keep you within a healthy calorie range and won’t leave you feeling that you missed out on traditional […]
By Alpa Momaya
One of the most popular tropical fruits across the world, the pineapple is an exceptionally juicy and sweet fruit. Pineapples are members of the bromeliad family and one of the few bromeliads to produce edible fruit. Pineapples are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin C, manganese, copper, and folate. They are also […]
There is nothing as comforting as sipping a steaming soup on a cold winter night. It not only warms your body but also helps keep your calorie intake in check. Research has shown that soup for dinner is a sure-fire method of healthy weight loss. Since soups take longer to eat, your brain gets more […]
By Alpa Momaya
Study after study has shown the importance of antioxidants when it comes to health. Almost every other product – be it a carton of juice, a night cream or a bottle of red wine – claims to be a source of this substance that delays or prevents cell damage. Why? Antioxidants can help prevent cancer […]
By Neha Jain
Everyone these days is pro-probiotic! Even if you aren’t, there’s another reason to be. A recent study says that a probiotic blended into a milkshake may help protect against weight gain. The study, published in the journal Obesity and carried out at Virginia Tech, studied 20 healthy men who went on a high-fat and high […]
By Alpa Momaya
Just when the world has embraced green tea as the best beverage of them all, along comes another contender. White tea! Both white and green tea come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. White tea leaves are harvested at a younger age than green tea leaves, making it rarer as it can only be hand-picked […]
Your arteries are what keep you going. Part of the circulation system, they help move oxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body. But over time, the arteries can show a buildup of plaque, a combination of substances found in your blood. It could be cellular debris, fatty acids, cholesterol, calcium and […]
By Neha Jain
So you’ve been consuming the healthiest of foods but are simply unable to get off that weight-loss plateau? There’s a reason why you’re not losing weight. New research has shown that healthy foods may differ by an individual as people can metabolize the exact same foods in very different ways. What this essentially means is […]
It’s true! Men tend to man up when it comes to their appetite if they’re eating out with the opposite sex. A new Cornell University study, published in the journal Evolutionary Psychological Science, has revealed that men eat significantly more food in the company of women than they do with other men. Clearly, they eat […]
Who doesn’t love smoothies? The confection of fruit, yogurt/milk, seeds, and nuts works well, either as a power breakfast or an anytime snack. But these days – especially in these times of festive (over)eating, going green is in! Even with smoothies. Green smoothies are easy to make, flavorsome and healthy. They’re trending across the world. […]
By Alpa Momaya
The Festival of Lights is all sweetness and light. But that’s no reason to go berserk sampling sweets of all sorts. Our ready reckoner will make sure you don’t over-indulge.
By Alpa Momaya
37-year-old Upasna Narang is a mother to two and has a figure that makes her friends — and her 13-year-old daughter’s friends — green with envy. They pester her for diet advice, refusing to believe she eats everything in small portions. When Narang confesses to having chocolate daily, her kitty group reacts with skepticism. A […]
By Neha Jain
Most personal trainers complain that clients may work out rigorously, often overtraining, but won’t bother about their nutritional needs. Ignoring the body’s needs means that all that training doesn’t do the work it actually could. Keep in mind that proteins and minerals are a must to facilitate muscular development and lean tissue growth. But you […]
For a long time now, the jury’s been divided on what kind of diet works best for weight loss: A low-carb diet or a low-fat one? While some studies support a low-fat diet, a review of 53 scientific studies has found that low-fat diets may not be the best for long-term weight loss. The analysis […]
Autumn is synonymous with pumpkin in the Western world. Fall’s signature squash lends itself well to pumpkin bread, ravioli, pie, risotto, beer and even a latte. The options are endless and mouthwatering. Out here, with the humble kaddu available round the year, it’s pumpkin season all the time. If the pumpkin isn’t a part of […]
By Neha Jain
The festive season in India is a time to celebrate with family and friends. But naturally, it translates into a smorgasbord of sweets, snacks, and a whole lot of tasty temptations. Even those who maintain a healthy weight tend to gain a couple of pounds during this season; the overweight can put on as many […]
By Neha Jain
Ask any expert about a top pre-workout snack and eight out of 10 will name the apple-and-peanut butter combo. We all know that consuming peanuts regularly – in moderation – can decrease the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. Recent research has also shown that snacking on peanut butter is an […]
By Alpa Momaya
Mmmm… mushrooms. These edible fungi have been a part of the human diet since long – species have been found in association with 13,000-year-old archaeological sites in Chile. Mushrooms pack a big nutritional punch as they contain protein, enzymes, B vitamins, and vitamin D2. The best part? They classify as a zero-calorie food that’s especially […]
If you’re trying to lose weight, small changes in your lifestyle can add up to a big impact. Dinner is one of the most important meals of the day. It comes at the end of the day when you’re tired, hungry and irritable and – most likely than not – liable to binge. Making the […]
By Neha Jain
These days, everyone’s raving about ragi. The humble super millet, packed with fibre and calcium, is extremely beneficial due to its umpteen health benefits. Known as finger millet in English, ragulu in Telugu, nachani in Marathi and Gujarati and marwa in Bengali, this super food has long been a traditional baby food. But adults have […]
Can eating certain fruits and vegetables help you in your quest for weight loss? A recent study, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, reveals that a few fruits and vegetables can help maintain or control body weight. The longitudinal study, conducted at Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health and Brigham & Women’s Hospital […]
Move over salsa, make way for hummus. The Arabic dip/ spread made from cooked and mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic has become one of the most popular eating accoutrements across the world. We give you five reasons to embrace the hummus movement: It can help manage weight: Hummus is […]
By Alpa Momaya
And you thought losing weight depends only on what you eat? Experts now believe that losing weight may not depend only on what you eat but also on when you eat. Eating breakfast on weekdays at 7 am and on weekends at 10 am can create “metabolic jet lag”, a phenomenon that can disrupt your […]
By Neha Jain
Many of us hit the gym on an empty stomach, thinking it will force our bodies to burn accumulated fat and help us lose weight. But research has shown that this isn’t true. In fact, hunger leads to dipping energy levels and early exhaustion. You end up exercising for lesser time and with reduced intensity, […]
For long, fruit juice has been considered a healthy option. Which breakfast seems complete without a serving of freshly squeezed citrus fruit juice? But the last few years have led to a vociferous debate on whether fruit juice can count among the daily recommended servings of fruit and vegetables. Research has consistently pointed out that […]
By Alpa Momaya
Who hasn’t been there and done this: Ordered a diet soda virtuously to keep calories in check? And upended the diet by ordering fries or chicken wings? A new study that examined the dietary habits of over 22,000 adults has found that people who opt for diet beverages may compensate for the absence of calories […]
By Neha Jain
Apart from their nutrient value, the low glycemic index and pectin content give bananas fat-busting qualities
By Neha Jain
If you’re on a diet, peanut butter could be your new best friend. It may not have all the qualities of superior superfoods but research has shown that snacking on peanut butter is an effective way to control hunger without weight gain. How does peanut butter help those on a diet? It increases the production […]
