Pomegranate (known as Anar in hindi) is one of the healthiest fruits that you could eat. Its easily available and offers several health benefits for your body. It has often been referred as the divine fruit because of its mention in theological books. Pomegranate has anti-oxidant, anti-viral and anti-tumor properties and is a good source […]
Nutrition - Diet
Top Ingredients of a Vegan Lifestyle
What do the actors Tobey Maguire, Lea Michele, Zooey Deschanel and our very own Ayesha Takia have in common? The answer lies on their plates. All of these actors (amongst others) have turned to plant-based diets or veganism for a variety of reasons—and recent statistics show that this is not just a fad. In the […]
Hydrogen water: Latest wellness trend
Hydrogen water is the latest wellness trend to hit the US and UK. Health buffs are now buying hydrogen-enriched water with much-touted benefits such as reducing inflammation, wrinkles, bone loss and helping metabolise fat and glucose faster. Here’s more on why Why hydrogen water is the new health fad. Why Drink Hydrogen water? After vitamin-fortified […]
This startup makes cow milk (but without the cow)
It seems you no longer need cows to produce cow milk, you can just brew it with yeast, just like beer (although its more complicated than that). A start company called Perfect Day tells us how its done. Their “synthetic milk” will look and taste a lot like cow milk, and will have all the […]
Saffola Multigrain Flakes: A Healthier Morning Cereal
Why settle for the nutrition of just one grain, when you can get more? New Saffola Multigrain Flakes has the power of 5 grains, instead of the single grain of corn flakes, and twice the fibre. Switch to Saffola Multigrain Flakes. Its not just corn flakes, here’s Saffola Multigrain Flakes. The power of 5 grains […]
Indian Weightlifting Federation recommends gourmet food, energy drinks as ‘additional diet’ to top athletes
Realizing the importance of diet to athletes, Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWF) has recommended gourmet food, energy drinks as ‘additional diet’ to core Indian athletes at the Patiala national camp. A nutritious diet helps athletes get a lean athletic physique and faster recovery from heavy training loads. Considering this fact, a new menu will be provided […]
What are Probiotics and what are its Health Benefits
In simple English, probiotics are a type of living bacteria that actually benefit your health, when taken in the right amounts. These friendly/good bacteria reside in your stomach and come in a variety of forms (the most common forms of intestinal probiotics are acidophilus and Bifidobacteria bifidum). These gut bacteria (Acidophilus and other probiotics) help […]
Where to find Organic food for kids in India
Several health-conscious, affluent Indian parents are now giving only organic food to their kids. Organic food for Kids More and more health-conscious affluent parents are taking the farm-to-fork revolution to their children. Which is why, for every millennial who recalls indulging in instant noodles, there is now a kid growing up on trendy clean and […]
Top tips to stay healthy during Ramadan fasting
Fast the healthy way this Ramadan, by following these tips. Ramadan is the period when Muslims observe fast and focus on charity, fasting, prayer, purification and improving oneself. While fasting for almost 30 days is definitely not a joke, many people also prepare some of the oiliest and most fattening meals during this period as […]
‘Sattu’: Here’s why you should include this Indian super food / flour in your diet
Indian super food Sattu (roasted Bengal gram flour) offers multiple health benefits. Lets take a closer look at this understated Indian superfood. Why Eat Sattu? Highlights of this superfood: Sattu, also known as Sattoo is eaten every day in states like Bihar, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, UP and West Bengal. Legend has it that Sattu was […]