Tag: Indian food
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Why soaked almonds are good for you
Have you ever wondered why you soak almonds before eating them? Almonds are a healthy, savory snack, packed with protein, fiber and Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids. Soaking them before eating has several health benefits – for starters, it makes it easier to digest the nut. It also increases the amount of nutrients and vitamins…
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Foods that will make you feel less tired
Hoping a cup of coffee, or energy bar, can kick-start the day after you’ve woken up feeling sapped? Well, think again. These mid-meal snacks may give you a temporary burst of energy, but the crash afterward leaves you feeling even more tired, fatigued and lethargic. What you need are foods that will make you feel…
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Why zinc is important in your diet
You start your day with a glass of milk for calcium and regularly add palak to your rotis and salads to ensure you get enough iron. But are you having enough zinc? This lesser-known mineral is one of the most important nutrients for human health. It is vital for over 200 chemical reactions in our body and…
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Desi Food: Debunking Myths About Indian Cuisine
In a world saturated with information and literature on dietary trends and nutritional advice, Desi cuisine often finds itself under scrutiny. It never matches up to the reputation of its non-Desi counterparts. Also, there are several misconceptions about Desi cuisine. The common ones are that they are unhealthy, greasy, lack nutrients and cannot make one…
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Balanced Diet – Foods to Eat and Avoid
A balanced diet is key to maintaining a healthy weight and good health. It goes without saying that your body needs all the nutrients from foods to function correctly, such as carbohydrates, protein, fats, minerals, and vitamins. Therefore, a balanced diet contains foods of different varieties, quantities, and proportions to meet your body’s nutritional requirements.…