Category: Recipe

Eggs: Nutrition Facts, Benefits, Tips and Recipe
November 29, 2021

Eggs: Nutrition Facts, Benefits, Tips and Recipe

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

Basa Fish Health Benefits and Ways to Consume
January 9, 2022

Basa Fish – Benefits, Nutrition Facts & Ways to Consume

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

10 Health Benefits of Eating Star FruitCarambola
November 22, 2021

10 Health Benefits of Eating Star Fruit

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 and its Numerous Health Benefits
November 8, 2021

Triphala and its Numerous Health Benefits

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 - The Unsung Hero in Indian Food
November 29, 2021

Jaggery – Benefits, Nutrition, Calories, and Types of Jaggery

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

Lentils: Health Benefits, Nutritional Facts and Recipes
June 24, 2022

Lentils: Health Benefits, Nutritional Facts, and Recipes

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

Why Should You Include Paneer in Your Diet?
November 29, 2021

Why Should You Include Paneer in Your Diet?

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

10 Healthy Quinoa Recipes You Should Try!
May 6, 2021

10 Healthy Quinoa Recipes for You to Try!

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

Republic Day 2021: 5 Healthy Tricolor Recipes You Should Try
October 19, 2021

Republic Day 2021: 5 Healthy Tricolor Recipes You Should Try

Republic Day is usually celebrated with a lot of patriotic zeal. But due to the pandemic, we may have to amend the ways we celebrate it. We have 5 healthy tricolor recipes that you can make to celebrate the 72nd Republic Day while staying indoors! But first, let’s brush up on our History. The Constitution of […]

By Hiral Patel

beans and legume
December 11, 2020

Understanding the Health Benefits of Beans and Legumes

Introduction Beans and legumes are reasonably priced food items that are beneficial for a healthy heart. Apart from being rich in protein, beans and legumes are also good sources of potassium, iron, and fiber. You can include any of the several moong beans, dals, split peas, kidney beans, chickpeas, black-eyed beans, and more. Eating beans […]

By Alpa Momaya

Zucchini
November 9, 2021

Zucchini Benefits – Nutritional Value, Weight Loss, Recipes

Zucchini is a summer squash, also known as a courgette. This water dense fruit is closely related to melons, spaghetti squash and cucumber. Zucchini can be grown in warm weather and is usually harvested in the summer months. It ranges in color from dark green to golden yellow and it varies in shapes and sizes depending […]

By Hiral Patel

HealthifyChef Challenge
December 24, 2019

HealthifyChef Challenge

We at HealthifyMe are so happy to honor the people who inspire healthy cooking and healthy eating. We’ve had an overwhelming response and our team of nutritionists had a tough time deciding the winners. But we finally have our top 5 HealthifyChefs. Read on below and check out our winners and their mouth watering, healthy […]

By Alpa Momaya

July 5, 2019

Healthy Idli Recipe – Instant oats idli with carrot mix

The humble idli, also known as idly, is a steamed rice and urad dal cake. Prepared by fermenting idli batter, and steaming it in greased moulds, idlis are generally topped with lip-smacking chutney or sambar. Extremely popular as a breakfast dish in South India, idlis have their own health benefits. They are very nutritious and contain […]

By Alpa Momaya

August 4, 2023

Healthy Pizza recipe: Cauliflower crust with pesto sauce

Eating pizza on a regular basis can be an unhealthy habit with major consequences. Now satisfy your taste buds while keeping a check on your diet by following this healthy pizza recipe. Ingredients for the Crust 2 cups of cauliflower (grated) 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 egg 1/4 cup low fat […]

By Alpa Momaya

Ganesh Chaturthi Special
August 4, 2023

Ganesh Chaturthi Recipes – Gond Laddu

On this auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi where people celebrate the birth of Lord Ganesh, the God of good beginnings, prosperity and remover of obstacles, we bring to you a very special and recipe. This recipe was shared with us by Shikha Poddar from Pune, who had made prepared it for Ganesh Chaturthi. Gond Laddu […]

By Nishita Kaushik

Homemade Protein Shakes
November 29, 2021

Protein Shakes without Protein Powders? Yes, they exist!

Cool off after a workout and replenish those lost nutrients with a variety of delicious and healthy homemade protein shakes. We have put together a few recipes that you can make at home. What’s more, you don’t need any protein powder. Do we have your attention yet? Read on and get access to some super […]

By Alpa Momaya

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August 4, 2023

Homemade Salad and Protein Bar Recipes

Are you one of those who believes healthy food is unappetizing and boring? We have two delicious yet healthy salad and protein bar recipes to change your mind! Creamy Crunchy Low-Fat Chana Salad Recipe Caesar salads are delicious, we agree! But, they can get pretty monotonous. Add some variety to your kitchen and your plate with this […]

By Alpa Momaya

Christmas Recipes
September 15, 2020

Vegetarian Christmas Recipes to Add Flavour to The Festive Season

Who says Christmas can’t be meat-free? Celebrate the holiday season with these healthy vegetarian recipes by our nutritionists Nishita Kaushik and Gouri Priya. Salsa Bruschetta Nishita says, “This is a perfect Christmas starter because it’s both healthy and yummy. To avoid refined carbs, I usually swap the white flour toasties with whole wheat ones. The […]

By Dr. Priyanka Marakini

Christmas Cake
December 23, 2022

Bring on the Festivities With This Christmas Cake

‘Tis the season to be jolly! And the Christmas cake is the cherry on the icing. Enriched with raisins, almonds walnuts, cashews, lemon zest and orange rinds, the delicious Christmas cake is hard to pass by without grabbing a bite. Be it a traditional family recipe or a modern version, everyone loves to end the […]

By Alpa Momaya

November 12, 2021

5 Diet-Friendly Beverages To Keep You Warm This Winter

When it’s cold outside, there’s no better way to warm up, than with a steaming hot drink. But if you’re worried that a mug of rich hot chocolate or a sugary latte will take you off your diet, we’ve compiled these diet friendly beverages that are guaranteed to keep you snug, without packing on the […]

By Alpa Momaya

Vegetarian Snack Recipes
August 4, 2023

Guilt Free Vegetarian Snack Recipes You Need to Try

Who doesn’t like a little chatpatah to go with their chai on cold evenings? The problem with this, however, is that many chatpatah snacks are deep fried in oil, making them harmful for health. But what if we showed you how prepare healthy snacks? Traditional savouries like samosas and mathris can be made health-friendly with […]

By Alpa Momaya

Healthy Meals & Desserts
February 4, 2021

Top 6 Healthy Meals & Desserts in a Mug

When you’re starved of time and food, a mug and a microwave can come to your rescue. A few ingredients tossed in a mug will give you super delicious and healthy meals in five minutes at the most. So ditch the plates and whip up these mug recipes, before a workout, as an afternoon snack […]

By Alpa Momaya

Navratri Fasting Foods
October 1, 2019

Gorge on these 10 Healthy Navratri Fasting Foods

Navratri is a time for festivities as well as fasting. Many communities across India abstain from consuming alcohol, onion, garlic or non-vegetarian food during this time, and some restrict their diet even more severely during these nine days dedicated to Goddess Durga. Although most people fast for spiritual purification at this time, there’s a scientific […]

By Alpa Momaya

July 11, 2019

Make the best summer drink: Infused water

The elixir of life is also a weight watcher’s best friend. You may love your teas and coffees and juices, but no beverage can play the role that water does in your life! But if you want to add a little more interest to your water – visually and taste wise – may we suggest […]

By Alpa Momaya

All you Need to Know About Curry Leaves
August 11, 2023

13 reasons to add curry leaves to your diet

Sambar. Upma. Dal. Poha. What do they all have in common? A tempering rich in curry leaves. But curry leaves – or kadi patta, as they are commonly known in India – do more good than simply seasoning your food. In The Ayurvedic Cookbook, Gita Ramesh says the many curry power benefits include weight loss […]

By Neha Jain

green tea hydration
January 28, 2021

Try 5 teatox recipes to cleanse your body

Greasy snacks. Cheesy pasta. Shots. Glasses of wine. Curries and rice. Gooey desserts. The party season has come and gone, leaving your body to face the aftermath. If you’re planning an after-party purge to get your body back to how it was, we suggest you don’t just focus on detox foods. Try a teatox! A […]

By Kamala Somasundaram

CHIKKI RECIPES
November 12, 2021

3 healthy Makar Sankranti recipes to try

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

The Christmas Menu under 1200 calories-HealthifyMe
December 23, 2022

The Christmas menu under 1,200 calories

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

July 9, 2019

Dinner tonight: Hearty and hot soup

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

October 16, 2020

7 reasons to whip up a green smoothie

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