Retail inflation slipped to an eight-year low of 1.55 per cent in July mainly due to subdued prices of food items, including vegetables and cereals, according to government data released on Tuesday.
Stevia is a plant-based, zero-calorie sweetener that is a beneficial and preferred substitute for both sugar and synthetic sweeteners, says Healthline. Ideal for use in beverages like coffee and tea and in cooking and baking, it delivers intense sweetness, estimated to be 200-300 times more potent than regular sugar, states Medical News Today.
All Indian salt and sugar brands, whether big or small, packaged or unpackaged, contain microplastics, according to a study published on Tuesday.
The Jagannath temple has fostered Odisha's regional cooking styles and preserved local food traditions.
Aryan Khan has made The Ba***ds of Bollywood entertaining and wicked, applauds Deepa Gahlot.
'What the US appears to be doing is to force India to be "the buyer of last resort", on whom their products can be dumped, 1.4 billion people have to eat something, so why not eat American corn?' 'What is exercising the Trump lot is the fact that most of the farms are in solidly Republican Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin,' points out Rajeev Srinivasan.
You might think you've reduced your sugar intake by stopping obviously sweet items like cake, chocolate, sodas, but it's easy to overlook how much natural sugar is found in certain fruit. If you are managing diabetes or generally reducing your sugar, choose your fruits carefully. Fruits are packed with essential vitamins & minerals, but some can cause spikes with their natural sugars, states Healthline. Although fruits are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, certain types contain significantly more natural sugars than others, states Healthline.
With rising incomes, education, and health awareness in India, especially in the big cities, droves of people are saying no to sugar.
Shagun is every bit the Gen-Z style star - part nostalgic, part now and always next-level.
Prachi Dhabal Deb does not bake cakes. She writes stories in royal icing.
'The state governments of Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu will be encouraged to consider measures of their own as the employment and economy in such export-oriented states will be affected.'
The Congress party has accused Union Minister Nitin Gadkari of conflict of interest, alleging his sons' companies have benefited from the government's ethanol blending policy. The BJP has rejected the allegations.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed schools to establish 'oil boards' to educate students and staff about the dangers of consuming high-fat foods and oils, serving as daily reminders to promote healthier eating habits.
Cravings for sugary or high-carb foods can challenge your health goals. They're driven by your brain, not hunger. With smart strategies manage those longings, stay in control, and enjoy a balanced diet without overindulging.
Cravings for sugary or high-carb foods can challenge your health goals. They're driven by your brain, not hunger. With smart strategies manage those longings, stay in control, and enjoy a balanced diet without overindulging.
They seem harmless, even good for you, but these everyday kitchen staples could be quietly harming your heart, warns Dr Sanjay Bhojraj.
'Arundhati Roy is like a ballerina performing on a high wire, cool, supremely at ease but conscious of all the adoring eyes on her,' notes P Vijaya Kumar.
Dr Rajeshwari Panda, head of the dietetics department at Medicover Hospital, breaks down the nutritional value of some of India's most loved breakfast options.
After losing 18 kg, fitness coach Ambika Jain shares her story to help others understand that healthy living doesn't mean starving yourself or never eating out.
Many start-ups crash when they pursue growth without a brand identity, fail to act on market research or rely only on design instead of investing in trust and value, explains Vinayak Burman.
Parliament introduces a new 'Health Menu' featuring millet-based dishes, salads, and lean protein options to promote healthier eating habits among lawmakers, officials, and visitors.
Nearly one in five older Indians are affected by diabetes with many remaining unaware that they have the disease.
These crunchy, sugar-coated puri-like sweets are a significant part of the mahaprasad offered at the Jagannath temple in Odisha.
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As an IAS officer in Kerala, Gyanesh Kumar -- who the Congress described as Amit Shah's 'right hand man' -- had a good working equation with the state's Congress and Left leaders.
Reflecting on his marriage, Yuzvendra Chahal said the growing professional commitments on both sides played a role in the eventual separation.
Tomato? Yup, tomato is the mainstay of this gorgeous halwa.
'We have done everything in our power to help him take his game to the next level and become a star player.'
Referring to the ED's claim about the politician eating mangoes, sweets, aalo-poori etc regularly, he said these were provided to him only a few times.
A case has been registered against Maharashtra BJP minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil and 53 others, including directors of a sugar mill, for allegedly obtaining loans of nearly Rs 9 crore in the names of farmers using forged documents. The complaint was filed by a sugarcane cultivator and member of the cooperative sugar mill, alleging that the loan amounts were never credited to the farmers' accounts and were instead siphoned off by sugar mill officials and bank staff. The case was registered based on a court directive following a complaint alleging irregularities that occurred in 2004.
The 46-year-old Filipino came out of retirement on Saturday to fight Mario Barrios in Las Vegas but fell short of breaking his own record as the oldest-ever welterweight champion as the American boxer escaped with a majority draw.
Odisha makes a softer, richer version of rosogolla that originates from near Puri.
Chenna Poda translates to mean burnt cheese. That's precisely what this delightful sweet is.
This sweet dish from Odisha is the perfect representation of the region's rich culinary heritage.
The Indian government has assured citizens that the country has ample food stocks to meet domestic demand, despite escalating tensions with Pakistan. The government has also warned traders against hoarding essential food items and creating artificial shortages, emphasizing that there is no need for panic buying. The food ministry detailed the country's current stock levels, showcasing a surplus over required buffer norms for rice, wheat, and pulses. Additionally, India holds substantial edible oil and sugar stocks, ensuring a strong food security position.
Sharad Pawar and his nephew Ajit, who heads the Nationalist Congress Party, are part of rival alliances in Maharashtra since the latter rebelled against his uncle in 2023 and joined the then BJP-Shiv Sena government.
I don't subscribe to begani shaadi mein Abdullah diwana, Fadnavis said.
Retail inflation declined to over six-year low of 2.1 per cent in June, nearing the RBI's comfort zone, on account of subdued prices of food items, including vegetables, driven by widespread monsoon.
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