If you’re traveling for leisure, it is likely you’re doing it to take a break from the usual routine. You want to try out new things, especially when it comes to food. Now as someone who travels extensively, I know diet changes often...
Hi guys! I shall keep this post succinct and easy to understand. Since I am not a nutritionist, I won’t talk much about the medical aspect of the issue. These are just out of experiences of keeping my iron levels balanced. At some point...
When it comes to fat, Omega-3 is one type you shouldn’t cut down on. It’s an essential fatty acid that is highly beneficial for both men and women. Types of Omega-3, including EPA( eicosapentaenoic acid ), DHA( docosahexaenoic acid) and ALA(α-linolenic acid). EPA and DHA, are mostly...
I recently read an article in the Hindustan Times that said Indians consume 9% more salt than the global average - 10.06 gm. This is a worrying trend. Excessive salt consumption is dangerous. It can lead to serious side effects like high blood...
Cholecalciferol, widely known as vitamin D3 is extremely important for both men and women. Many of us today are deficient in vitamin D3, especially those who avoid the sun or live in places where temperatures are low. This sunshine vitamin has twin benefits - prevents...
At some point in our lives, we might experience a slump in our haemoglobin levels. Apart from pregnant women, nowadays, teens are also at the risk of low haemoglobin due to heavy periods and diets wanting in iron-rich foods. While all these affect your...
Most food indulgences leave you feeling guilty. What follows are extra hours at the gym and unwanted meal-skipping to burn calories. So, what’s better than slashing them down as you eat? Indulging in these foods will keep you fuller longer while working their magic. GREEN...
By now we know that binge drinking is bad news and alcohol is not particularly conducive to good health. Women, especially, feel the effects of alcohol faster and suffer from more long-term health damage from excessive alcohol consumption. Drinking even one drink a...
Spices are an integral part of Indian cooking. The Western world is just waking up to a culinary fact that we Indians grew up with – spices make everything delicious. And they are really good for health as well. So good in fact,...
It’s here. The season of long school vacations and mangoes is upon us. It is also the season of “chubti jalti garmi” and a number of irritating skin problems. No amount of prickly heat powder is enough to take care of your skin...