The nutritional value and flavour of dry fruits increases when they are soaked for a few hours, says Nutritionist Komal Jethmalani.
Regular, uncontrolled consumption of sugar can raise blood pressure, increase inflammation and contribute to obesity, all of which strain the heart, warns Dr Anu Gaikwad.
Replacing refined sugar with dates, honey, stevia can help you stay healthy.
The Taliban have stopped all imports and exports with India after entering Kabul and taking over the country on Sunday. Ajay Sahai, Director General (DG) of Federation of Indian Export Organisation (FIEO) told ANI that currently, the Taliban has stopped the movement of cargo through the transit routes of Pakistan, thereby stopping imports from the country.
Are you looking to transform your health game? Dr Chetan Savaliya, director, Satvam Nutrition, has some tips for you.
Eat healthy food, do regular physical exercises, strike a balance between career, family and relationships.
Signs such as blurred vision, dizziness, unusual hunger, nausea, dry mouth, shooting pains and loss of taste etc should be taken very seriously.
"For a few weeks eat lots of salad with carrots, radish, cucumber and tomatoes in it."
'Instead of fearing these foods, which never helps because it only increases cortisol levels, exercise control over your mouth, greed, portions and adopt an overall healthy lifestyle,' advises lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho.
Avoid these common mistakes and make a healthy smoothie.
Useful tips from fitness expert Meenakshi Mohanty to ensure that you keep your health a priority during this time of decadent meals and excessive drinks.
A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can help regulate blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent colon cancer, lower risk of eye and digestive problems, regulate diabetes and can help keep appetite in check, suggests Dr Eileen Canday.
Read this before you get started on a 'healthy' eating plan.
Instead of regular tea or coffee with milk and sugar, how about a steaming hot cup of green tea.
Chetna Shukla presents a special recipe for Gujiya.
A balanced diet should include steamed and boiled vegetables, milk products such as buttermilk and yoghurt, fresh fruits, herbal teas and bitter vegetables, suggests Zamurrud M Patel, CDE, RD, chief dietician, Global Hospitals, Mumbai.
If you consume enough water in a day, you'll notice a 14 percent increase in productivity at work, says Dr Siddhant Bhargava, nutritional scientist and co-founder, Food Darzee.
Besides growing tech and digital enhancements, the firms are ramping up the hiring of more delivery partners and reinforcing existing Covid protocols.
Eating less than your normal calorie requirements is generally the prime cause of weight loss, says Komal Jethmalani.
Drink enough water, focus on your portion sizes, cut out junk food, start a walking routine, and stay consistent.
Follow these tips and you can have a ball without missing out on fun.
Two traditional treats to ring in the Christmas festivities.
Dr Aruna Kalra tells you why you must include almonds, grains and veggies in your diet.
Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.
You might be unintentionally harming yourself.
Rediff reader Subash tells us how he went from an unhealthy 117 kg to 86 kg in just six months.
Ensure you drink about 6-to-8-glasses of water every day to escape dryness of the mouth.
If a product claims to be 'Made with Natural Ingredients', this may mean that one ingredient is natural. However it does not mean the product is 100% natural, cautions Pavitra K, lead, new product development, True Elements.
'Throw away all perishable foods that have been left at room temperature for more than two hours,' suggests dietician Komal Jethmalani.
From croissants to Galouti kebabs and Medu vada, Indian carriers, both low-cost and full-service, are revising their in-flight menus to offer passengers a differentiated fare as competition is heating up amid the boom in air travel with the waning of Covid-19. On Monday, Air India, which was taken over by the Tata Group on January 27, unveiled its new domestic in-flight menu comprising gourmet meals, new appetizers, desserts, and local dishes. Air India's economy class passengers would now be served dishes such as Mushroom cheese omelette, Dry jeera aloo wedges, and Garlic tossed spinach and corn for breakfast, and Vegetable biryani, Malabar chicken curry, and mixed vegetable poriyal for lunch.
Gaurav Salunkhe tells us how he lost 26 kg by doing yoga and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
Alcohol not only dehydrates your skin but also, makes it more prone to breakouts.
Superfoods like low-carb veggies and fatty fish will help diabetics keep their sugar under check.
The DASH diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy foods
We got your Christmas celebrations covered with Taruna Bakshi's impressive recipes.
Nutritionist Neha Ranglani tells you how to stay warm and healthy during winters.
The secret to a healthy heart lies in living a stress-free, well-balanced lifestyle combined with regular physical activity and a good night's sleep, suggests cardiologist Dr Talha Meeran.
A meal in a jar is not only a culinary fad, but also a practical way of ensuring the right portion to eat
'With enjoyable physical activity, stress release quality sleep and the right diet, we can reverse the metabolic damage which is wreaking havoc in the world and especially in India.'
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