Gluten intolerance is a fairly common problem. It is characterized by adverse reactions to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Celiac disease is the most severe form of gluten intolerance. It is an autoimmune disease that affects about 1% of the population and may lead to damage in the digestive system. Table […]
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Remember how you were recommended to have Vitamin C tablets when you felt under the weather? Or had a runny nose? It’s because Vitamin C is one of the most versatile vitamins out there and is credited for boosting our immune system. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid has a diverse range of benefits […]
There is healthy way to weight loss, and then there is anorexia nervosa, the dangerous eating disorder that cripples the mind and body.
The foods you eat can determine your body weight in a big way. Some foods help in the weight loss process whereas some food leads to weight gain and obesity. Therefore it is important to consciously choose foods that help weight loss. 10 best foods that aid weight loss. When eaten regularly, these foods will […]
The excitement of upcoming festivals, vacations or family gatherings and weddings often put us to a somewhat worried state of mind. Ring a bell? As soon as we see an event approaching, we start planning our outfits and looks because of course, we all want to look our best at these events and seek compliments from […]
Medical Reviewed by Ashwathy V. Pillai, Postgraduate Degree in Dietetics & Applied NutritionIndian Diet plan for weight loss can be overwhelming and curating one, can definitely be exhausting. This involves a lot of research and is quite time-consuming. Hardly anyone wants to go through the struggle of finding the right diet. When on a ‘diet’, […]
Medically reviewed by Darshita Thakkar, Nutrition Training and Quality Manager for PAN India Cucumbers often remind us of our days at the spa, but as you might already know, cucumbers have various other benefits in addition to soothing your eyes during a facial. One of these is its ability to make you lose weight effectively without hassle. […]
Are you worried about your weight? Skinny celebrities, weight loss miracle drug companies and even reality TV shows about weight loss make it impossible not to think or be concerned about your weight. This persistent worry or concern is becoming more and more common among adults across the globe. As concerned to weight, these worries arise […]
Used by mankind since 2000 BC, cinnamon is a spice that was at once valued more than even gold. The spice has several medicinal properties for which it is a well-known ingredient in ayurvedic science. Besides using it as a home remedy for cold and nausea, there are many aspects to cinnamon nutrition facts. One […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shunmukha Priya, Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Muskmelons are commonly known for its summer benefits. It is refreshing, sweet, has high water content, relaxes your body; but is that all its goodness? This might surprise you, but this melon here is much more than that. Muskmelon is beneficial in treating many severe […]