Bitter gourd is a green coloured, a ridged vegetable which is not preferred by the many but has myriad of therapeutic benefits. Unlike its other family members, its characteristic is prolonged bitter, astringent taste. According to Ayurveda, consumption of karela is essential to balance body doshas or constitution, keeping in balance and preventing ailments. Table […]
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When I say sour foods, I can imagine the picture of a lemon or the meme of baby tasting lemon for the first time. These variety of sour foods are not just adding tanginess and taste to our food but also are capable of imparting innumerable health benefits. Table of Contents Sour taste in Ayurveda […]
Healthy vegetables rich in nutrients and phytonutrients are an integral part of our plate of a balanced diet. When we say green vegetables, it is not just confined to leafy vegetables but include other green colored, nutrient dense vegetables as well. Table of Contents Asparagus Green peas Broccoli Lettuce Bitter gourd Still remember that aversion […]
What comes to your mind when I say protein? A cup of milk? Eggs? Lean or Red meat? What if I tell you, that even there exist high protein veggies that can help in meeting your daily protein requirement? In this article, you will come to know about such high protein veggies that you have […]
With the shortage of time and an alarming rise in lifestyle disorders, perception of healthy recipes for weight loss has changed. It is not confined to cooking and spending valuable time in the kitchen. Right food choice and its processing can also attribute to healthy and fuss-free life. No-cook recipes are one such alternative. Table […]
Medical Reviewed by Shruti Mundhra, Post Graduate in Food and NutritionThe latest trend in healthy eating is focussing more on Low Glycemic Index food. Let us understand it this way that glycemic index (GI) ranks foods based on the impact they have on our blood sugar level. Table Of Contents What Is Glycemic Index […]
Cholesterol is a fatty compound that your body needs to work properly by producing Vitamins, Cell Membranes, and Hormones. This compound mainly comprises of High-Density Lipoprotein (good) and Low-Density Lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol. As they say, too much of everything is bad. So if your intake of cholesterol is more than required by your body then […]
Medically reviewed by Shanmukha Priya, M.Phil and Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Developing healthy eating habits in your family, especially in your children, means that they maintain a healthy weight and are always energetic. A set eating routine, variety of foods and recipes enable you to practice healthy eating for yourself and your family. Table Of […]
What is metabolism and why is it so important for weight loss? It is quite a known fact that the higher your metabolism, the more calories you burn and the easier it is to maintain your weight or get rid of unwanted body fat. Table of contents: What Can Affect Your Metabolism? Metabolism: Converting Food […]
When you are looking to lose stubborn belly fat, our Indian food from across the region has interesting ingredient combinations and amazing dishes. Most of the ingredients used in Indian cooking find a reference in Ayurveda and its solution for eating healthy. When we talk of weight loss diet, it is often to the Western […]