Pick Immune-Boosting Foods Are you surrounded by coughs and sneezes? From October through march, flu season is in full swing. The best way to prevent the seasonal flu is to make sure you and your loved ones, especially children and…
International No Diet Day today
It’s International No Diet Day today! Hold on hold on….no diet day doesn’t mean you can eat anything….This day is dedicated to promoting a healthy life style with a focus on health at any size and in raising awareness of…
Why does the metabolic rate drop as you age?
Why does the metabolic rate drop as you age? Your basal metabolic rate – the number of calories your body burns each day just to stay alive – tends to drop as you age. According to conventional wisdom, this is…
Our lifestyle – junk contributors
Our lifestyle – junk contributors Environmental Factors: Bigger food packages and larger portions Bigger size= cheaper….Supersize” All-you-can-eat buffets Less Physical Activity: Escalators/elevators, moving sidewalks,intercoms, tele-commuting Cable movies,computer games, cellular phones.
Reusing cooking oil
Reusing cooking oil Reusing cooking oil has been done for ages When oil is overused, the color darkens, it develops a stale odor and taste which attach to the product. If foods darken too quickly (before they are cooked), it’s…
consume different kinds of oils
Consume different kinds of oils In order to derive maximum benefits from oil, it is beneficial to consume different kinds of oils, especially so that you get a variety of fatty acids. For eg:-You could have two or more different…
Nutritional Benefits of Onions
Nutritional Benefits of Onions Never mind the tears they bring on—onions are a great companion in your fight against disease. A prized member of the lily family, they lavish you with health benefits while adding oodles of taste to your…
World Water Day – 22 nd march
World Water Day-22nd march World Water Day is held annually on 22 March as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. Facts and figures An increasing demand 85%…
My article in this months HOMEMAKER MAGAZINE on nutrition during exams.
My article in this months HOMEMAKER MAGAZINE on nutrition during exams.
Working Women special
Working women special Always stock, any one green chutney ( mint or coriander), onion chutney, tamarind chutney & tomato chutney in the fridge. This will be handy as a side dish for tiffins and doubles up as a sandwich spread…