Nestle launched the two-minute Maggi noodles way back in 1982 when instant food was not popular in India. Over the years, it became one of the favorite instant foods for Indians before it was banned in India (in 2015). Arguably the most popular instant noodles brand in India, Maggi noodles was banned (in June 2015) when […]
Nutrition - Diet
Indians opening up to peanut butter, consumption increases in India
Peanut butter was never a part of the diet for most Indians (until now), however as Indians are becoming more aware about nutrition, peanut butter is gradually making its way into the kitchen of most Indians. The domestic consumption of peanut butter in India is very low (compared to the Western world) currently, but its […]
Best breakfast cereals in India
More Indians are now having cereals, museli, and oats for breakfast. Here we take a look at the best cereal and oat brands for breakfast in India. Introduction The breakfast cereals market is currently dominated by the likes of Kellogg’s, PepsiCo and Indian brand Bagrry’s. Thanks to India’s growing breakfast cereals market, brands such as […]
Can you Blame Beer for your Beer Belly?
Can you really blame beer for your Beer Belly? I know a lot of people have this misconception about some foods which they think adds fat around your belly. But then is this really true, more so in the case of drinking Beer? Although drinking beer can contribute to your overall fitness if you are […]
‘Fish Packages’ for fitness and good health
Fish is rich source of proteins, omega-3 fatty acids and minerals, and now with these easy-to-cook fish options you can meet your fitness goal – be it muscle building, weight loss or simply boosting your immune system. Cambay Tiger launches ‘Fish Packages’ for fitness Popular seafood brand ‘Cambay Tiger’ now sells ‘Fitness Packs’, which are […]
Switch to Green Tea in order to lose weight
We Indian like to have tea, but most of us have it with milk and sugar. There are some who have tea without sugar, for its health benefits. But if you want to really benefit from drinking tea, go in for green tea. Difference between Green tea vs Herbal Tea For most Indians, green tea […]
Health benefits of Garlic
Garlic has long been used as a flavour booster in curries, stir-fries, pizza toppings, pastas, meat preparations, dips, and more. Besides adding to the taste, Garlic is also used to treat common ailments. While garlic is a common ingredient in every kitchen, in the ancient times, it was highly valued for its numerous health benefiting […]
Loaded with nutrients, milk is among the most nutritious beverages you can have
Loaded with nutrients milk is a nutritious beverage that provides nutrients like protein, Vitamin A, B1, B2, B12, and D, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Cow Milk vs. Buffalo Milk: Pros and Cons Both cow as well as buffalo milk have their own health benefits, but they differ in composition as well as nutrients. Cow milk […]
World milk day encourages people to include dairy products in their diet
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation had marked June 1 as World Milk Day in 2001, in order to encourage more people to include milk and milk products in their daily diet. Read about the two types of milk available, and why our desi milk is better at increasing immunity and fighting diseases. Milk is […]
Custard Apple: Nutritional facts and health benefits
Custard Apple is also known as Seetaphal in India. It doesn’t have a regular shape but the creamy flesh that surrounds the seeds is indeed a tasty treat. Its skin is thin and tough, most;y black and green inc colour. Scientifically (or rather botanically), the fruit is actually a “multiple-fruit” as it is developed as […]