Scientists have discovered a substance in red wine that can help keep the brain young, in a similar way to exercise and a low-calorie diet. Resveratrol, which occurs naturally in the skin of fruits including grapes, blueberries and mulberries, can keep muscles supple and help protect connections between neurons in the brain, according to researchers […]
Nutrition - Diet
Japanese sushi recipes for Indians
Sushi is not just topping the exotic food chart in India, but also when it comes to learning it. It is one dish that is also popular with vegetarians, so even they would like to learn to make it. Sushi is a popular Japanese dish prepared with raw veggies, and is full of nutrition. Serve […]
Can Paleo Diet help lose weight and is it right for you?
Can Paleo Diet really help you to lose weight, and more importantly, is it right for you? Get all your answers here. Bollywood actress Nimrat Kaur goes on paleo diet to prepare a character with an army background in an upcoming web series. “I have given up sugar, caffeine and unhealthy carbs — be it […]
Fresh fruit popsicles, healthier alternative to aerated and high-sugar drinks
Here’s how to make fresh fruit popsicles, healthier alternative to aerated drinks and high-sugar syrups, great for kids. Kids love to play outdoors, whatever be the season. And they all want to indulge in a chilled treat. However, most parents feel guilty when their kids have aerated drinks and high-sugar syrups. But what about making […]
Top health benefits of Coconut Water
Besides being refreshing (in summers) and a great source of energy, coconut water has many more health benefits. Coconut Water Nutrients Coconut water is rich in carbohydrates (and also electrolytes). Its low in calories, fat and cholesterol free Considered one of the best naturally available sports drink (as it contains more potassium than four bananas) […]
6 Reasons why the GM (General Motors) diet may not suit Indians
Here’s why some experts think the GM (General Motors) Diet is not effective for Indians. We all have heard about GM Diet, and many are big fans of the diet program. But is the diet plan really as clean as it sounds? This crash diet that became a fad in India a few years ago […]
Chia Seeds: Benefits & Nutrition Facts
Chia Seeds: Benefits & Nutrition Facts. Top reasons to include these in your diet. What are Chia Seeds? Chia seeds belongs to the mint family and formsa staple diet of the people in Guatemala, Mexico and other South American countries (used to be staple food for the Mayans and the Aztecs). Chia has several nutritional […]
The PVMF Breakfast
To be healthy, the body needs seven nutrients on a regular basis; however, the body doesn’t get enough of the other 4 nutrients – protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber (PVMF). The average Indian breakfast usually lacks protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber (PVMF), while there is an excess of water, carbohydrates and fats. Unfortunately fat is […]
Almonds offer several health boosting benefits, more so for Diabetics
Indians are already aware of the goodness of almonds. Almonds have several health boosting properties – its good for your brain, promotes weight loss, reduces blood pressure, lowers cholesterol. That is why nutritionists encourage everybody to include almonds in their diet. Almonds: Nutritional Benefits Almonds are traditional snack for most Indians. Almonds add protein, fibre, […]
The best books on nutrition
Here we take a look at the best books on nutrition. ‘Eat Delete’ ‘Eat Delete: How to Get off the Weight Loss Cycle for Good’ says there’s no shortcut to lose weight. Quick diet won’t help to lose weight, rather it will make you weaker. So if you want to lose weight the right way, […]