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Sesame & Dry Fruit Chikki
INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup white sesame seeds¼ cup sliced almonds & pistachios½ cup jaggery roughly chopped2 tbsp water⅛ tsp cardamom powder1 tsp gheeGhee for greasing METHOD Take sesame seeds in a pan & roast for 2-3 min stirring constantly. Remove in a bowl. Take mix dry fruits in a pan & roast for 1-2 min…
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Why Muscles Get Sore?
As people age, they begin to complain more of pains in their muscles and joints. They seem to stiffen up with age, and such commonplace activities as bending over for the morning paper can make them wince. Such pain can grip so fiercely that they are sure it begins deep in their bones. But the…
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Why Fat Is Not the Bad Guy!!
Everytime I tell someone that Fats should be a part of their everyday food I always hear a Oh really!! Numerous sources of information will tell you that fats are potentially harmful elements of your diet. While this is true in general, it does not imply that fats are not valuable from a nutritional point…
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The Greatest Dieting Mistakes You Can Avoid!!
During the Weekend Reviews I found a pattern.When it comes to dieting there are many mistakes that are made on a near daily basis. While there are many real profound mistakes that go along with the territory there are a few that seem to have far more profound and lasting implications than others. Hopefully by…
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How Your Phone or Tablet or Laptop use just before Bed could be Killing you
Since the lockdown the number of people complaining of sleep issues have gone higher. Most people complain of sleeplessness. Earlier the excuse was I run a busy schedule I don’t get time to sleep. Unfortunately since the lockdown though there is time people are sleeping less.Do we really blame our busy schedule for it or…
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How to Stay Healthy in the Lockdown!!
With only essentials available this is probably the best time to focus on health and healthy routine.Here are some ways you can stay healthy this lockdown and focus on yourself in the time of crisis. 1. Water the essence of life can help you flushing out toxins,boosts digestion, improves absorption, builds metabolism and builds immunity.…
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Sesame and Dry fruits Chikkis
INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup white sesame seeds ¼ cup sliced almonds & pistachios ½ cup jaggery roughly chopped 2 tbsp water ⅛ tsp cardamom powder 1 tsp ghee Ghee for greasing METHOD: Take sesame seeds in a pan & roast for 2-3 min stirring constantly. Remove in a bowl. Take mix dry fruits in a pan…
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Licorice/Athimadhuram Health Benefits
Licorice Root Licorice is an age old herb used in ayurveda to build immunity. It is emerging as a prominent player in the search for treatment and prevention for diseases like hepatitis C, HIV and influenza in today’s time. The Chinese Journal of Virology published a review that confirms the antiviral activity of licorice root due to its triterpenoid…
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The Make at Home Hair oil for all Your hair issues
The most easily available ingredients in your kitchen can help you reduce hair fall, premature greying, Dandruff and improve hair growth. Below is a combination that can help you with your hair issues Mustard oil-Rich in good fats, selenium and beta carotene helps in nourishing the hair and the scalp Coconut oil– The age old…
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Kokum Health Benefits
Kokum is both a Spice and a Medicine. It is widely used in Ayurveda for its medicinal properties. Here are some reasons why kokum should be a part of your diet. 1.Kokum has B Vitamins and contains ascorbic acid, manganese, potassium, dietary fibre and garcinol. Health benefits of kokum are great for pregnancy and the…