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Jan, 2022
Celebrated on 14th of January, Makar Sankranti is the harvest festival that is marked by sun’s shift in position. Around the 14th January , the sun enters Capricorn ( Makar in Hindi and Sanskrit ) and starts on its…
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15
Dec, 2021
Increased blood sugar levels: Having type 2 diabetes? Then, you need to beware of cornflour. Yes, you have heard it right! It can spike your blood sugar levels. Corn flour is jam-packed with carbohydrates and has a high glycemic index (GI). It contains less fiber and tends to delay the absorption of sugar in the bloodstream. Hence, it is a good idea to avoid corn flour. Can spoil your weight…
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8
Dec, 2021
Many people believe that there are some benefits of nutmeg for children. But is it true? Or is there some other side that you are not aware of? Well, let's find out. Spices go beyond just adding flavor and…
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23
Nov, 2021
The season of chapped lips and cracked feets is here. A fantastic season for that extra hour curled up under your razai. This is the time when you stay comfortable staying indoors as these months are often associated with flu like symptoms and dreaded cold. The winters are a time warm food, drink and clothes. The human body during this season changes metabolism and energy levels. Our food preferences change.…
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16
Nov, 2021
Diwali, the much awaited and widely celebrated festival in India revolves around lights, firecrackers and food; especially sweets. A bite of chakli, a handful of chiwda and mouthfuls of laddoos, binging on these Diwali snacks continues unabated. The week…
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15
Oct, 2021
Egg and paneer are popular and good sources of high quality protein. But is it healthy to consume them together in the same meal, especially when you are trying to lose weight?! The golden dietary rule to shed kilos is to follow a diet that is less in calories and high in protein. Foods with a combination of low calorie and high protein can simply do wonders for weight loss.…
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7
Oct, 2021
The auspicious festival of Navratri has started. Rich in colours, tradition, songs and dance, Navratri is also a time for us to relax, turn inwards and recharge ourselves with energy. Devotees dedicate these 9 days to worshipping the 9…
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3
Oct, 2021
Paneer or cottage cheese is a healthy food, but all good things are good in a limit. Consuming an excessive amount of paneer can be bad for you! We’ve always been familiar with the good side of paneer, and how its daily consumption can improve one’s health. Well, given how awesome paneer tastes and how nutritious it is, we aren’t really surprised. The fact that it is versatile and delicious,…
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1
Oct, 2021
World vegetarian day is celebrated on October 1 every year all over the globe with an aim to raise awareness about the significance of good health and environmental benefits of following a vegetarian diet. India as a country largely…
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7
Sep, 2021
Our busy lives often mean that we don’t eat as well as we’d like to. Ninety percent of Indian adults don’t eat as many vegetables and fruits each day as they should. On the occasion of National Nutrition Week, Mrs. Swati Awasthi, Chief Dietician, Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur talks about the importance of including various colors on your meal plate. One way to ensure that you are getting enough vegetables and…
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