The liver is the second-largest organ in the human body and carries out hundreds of essential functions every day. It filters harmful substances from the bloodstream, processes medicines and converts the food you eat into nutrients your body can use.
King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow has banned non-vegetarian food in its hostels following a suggestion from Governor Anandiben Patel. To compensate, the university will now serve protein-rich vegetarian meals, including soy, paneer, and tofu. While the Vice-Chancellor cites hygiene and health benefits for the ban, it has drawn criticism from faculty members and political parties who question the imposition of dietary restrictions.
An easy, cheesy recipe you must try this monsoon.
Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.
'Control your A, B, C and D.' 'A is A1C, keep your A1C below 7 per cent.' 'B is blood pressure, so keep your blood pressure at 130/ 80 or at least below 140/ 90.' 'C is cholesterol. The bad cholesterol is the LDL cholesterol, and it should be kept below 100, preferably below 70 or 50.' 'D is discipline like diet, exercise, sleep, no smoking, etc.' 'People with diabetes who follow A, B, C and D can live up to even 100 years of age without any complications.'
Priya Palan, a dietician at Zen Multispecialty Hospital, recommends a list of protein-rich vegetarian sources you can easily include in your diet.
Cooking up pasta with pesto made from kale, tofu, walnuts and basil makes for an intriguing dish far more gourmet than you can imagine.
Each of these photographs tells a powerful story through the universal language of food!
A stir-fry with an adequate range and volume of vegetables, that incorporates a little protein, be it paneer or tofu or something else, is a hearty, carb-free meal by itself, that will keep you full for several hours.
Egg drop soups are much loved, but can you refuse boiled eggs and tofu cut into pieces and simmered in a hot broth.
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Learn how to convert this healthy, probiotic, slightly bland soybean cake into something gourmet.
Learn how to convert this healthy, probiotic, slightly bland soybean cake into something gourmet.
'The moment someone forbids you to eat something, you want to eat it even more.' Dietician Riya Jain says this all-or-nothing mindset is exactly why most fitness resolutions fail.
Akshaya Badrinarayanan from Mumbai shares her special recipe.
This quick Japanese-style recipe for a noodle bowl comes together in minutes. You may add whatever toppings take your fancy.
Hot weather calls for bringing on the salads, colder the better.
Just the snack you need to beat your mid-week cravings.
rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a dietician and nutritionist with over 26 years of experience, explains how you can take charge of your health with a balanced diet and exercise.
This versatile Thai red curry takes any kind of vegetable or protein in it and is served with steamed rice and garnish.
Satisfy all your pasta cravings with this delicious vegan pasta!
If you like your tofu in a rich spicy curry, try this recipe.
Buddha bowls -- which perhaps get their name from the Buddhist concept of balance -- are bowls containing neatly arranged portions of cut vegetables, raw or steamed, tofu, legumes/beans, seeds, nuts, whole grains.
How much protein is needed for a healthy daily diet? A healthy adult needs a minimum of 0.80 gram of protein for every kilogramme of body weight per day. The average consumption of protein in India is around 62 gm per day, which is way lower than the global average of 78 gm.
Dr Arush Sabharwal, bariatric and metabolic surgeon at SCOD (Surgical Centre for Obesity and Diabetes) Clinic, explains how choosing certain foods can help boost your metabolism.
US-based Rediff reader and food blogger Sonal Gupta sent us this recipe.
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.
This dish is for fans of creamy, coconut milk-based soups.
Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.
A spicy but nutritious soup for the close of day.
Chicken mince, arbi, mushrooms and bok choy in one neat package. Delicious!
There's certainly a lot of love in the air, as Bollywood couples celebrate Christmas on social media.
You will be as smitten with this Singaporean soup as I was.
Paneer can be had Indian-style with Chinese sauces and turn out delicious.
No vegetables in your larder? Never mind. Worry not. Use peanuts.
The unforgiving summer months call for a glassful of superfood smoothies.
You can turn out dairy-free bites using tofu instead of paneer.
It's the definition of a perfect meal -- light, easy on the palate and healthy.
Enjoy this weekend meal that's good for two.
