Medically reviewed by Ashwathy V. Pillai, Postgraduate Degree in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition In the initial years, this millet was used as animal feeds. However, soon the exceptional health benefits of jowar came to light post which it featured in the human plate too. Jowar or sorghum is rated among the top five healthy grains in the […]
Sprouted Barley Salad Recipe Whole grain barley has fast risen to prominence due to the fibre, vitamins and minerals offered by it. Barley is a rich source of manganese, the antioxidant enzyme generator selenium, iron, thiamin, folate, magnesium among other nutrients. In addition, much has been researchers about beta-glucans provided by barley. Sprouting further […]
‘HONEY’ is one of the ancient and natural sweeteners extracted from ‘Honeybees’, which is used as a homemade remedy for a number of health and nutrition issues such as skin disorders, heart malfunctioning, memory and brain dysfunctioning and likewise. It’s sweet and delicious to taste but is a powerhouse of health benefits. Honey is an […]
Sprouted Dosa Recipe Dosa by far is one of the healthiest recipes if made with less oil. It offers a perfect combination of cereal-pulse, as they complement each other’s amino acid profile. We decided to give a healthy makeover to the already healthy dosa by making the batter with sprouted whole beans. Sprouting helps to […]
Tofu Chilli Soup Tofu is a product of soybean curds and is full of varied nutritional benefits. It is naturally gluten free; rich in protein, iron, and calcium. Are you a vegan? Tofu is your source of guilt-free protein then! This is notwithstanding the impressive vitamin and mineral profile of tofu. Do you need […]
Medically reviewed by Shanmukha Priya, M.Phil and Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Pregnancy is one such a time when a woman’s weight is the least of the concerns. However, the very fact becomes an issue after delivery! Does it mean pregnant to-be moms should look at the weighing scale closely while being pregnant? The answer is […]
The modern lifestyle has standardized menus and palates to such an extent that unhealthy food has become the order of the day. If one is serious about losing weight or getting into shape, there are some foods that need to be avoided: 1) Mayonnaise-based salads: Sure, they are delicious, but that’s because they are loaded […]
Sugar is one of the lead villains in the waistline wars. But, the question is how to curb your intake. What you probably forgot was that apart from the sugar you add while cooking or at the table, there are many other food products choked with a considerable amount of sugar. Not one but many […]
What Is PCOS? PCOS ( Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is an imbalance occurring in a woman’s hormones that leads to a growth of many cysts in the ovaries. This results in problems like irregular periods, fertility, weight gain, excessive hair growth, and acne. PCOS is a common health problem affecting 1 out of 10 women in […]
Medically reviewed by Shanmukha Priya, M.Phil and Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Calcium is an essential nutrient that strengthens the bone and teeth. But did you know that it also helps in blood clotting, piloting nerve signals, regulating heartbeat, liberating muscle contraction and releasing hormones? If yes, you know calcium is worth the daily struggle. However, […]
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