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WALNUT – THE SUPER FOOD

Walnut is the king of the nuts. One quarter cup of Walnut provides a good amount of daily recommended plant based omega 3 fats. Apart from omega 3, Walnut provides high amount of copper, manganese, molybdenum, biotin, vitamin E, folate, and antioxidant. Studies shown that only 4 Walnuts in a day significantly raises heart healthyContinue reading “WALNUT – THE SUPER FOOD”

HYPERTENSION & BENEFITS of YOGA

Hypertension in any form is a serious disease. Even a mild hypertension lowers the life span and decrease the quality of the remaining years. 80% of hypertension is essential hypertension which has no medical cause. Rest 20% is caused by either medical or surgical causes. Essential hypertension is reversible but not only by medical treatmentContinue reading “HYPERTENSION & BENEFITS of YOGA”

White Peas Salad

Ingredients: White Paes 1/2 cup ( Soaked & Boiled) Cucumber 1 medium Tomato 1 medium Onion 1 medium Green chilis, fresh coriander leaves, salt, Black pepper powder and Chat masala Lemon juice 1 spoon Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and your breakfast is ready. In 1/2 cup white peas Fiber : 6gms Protein:Continue reading “White Peas Salad”

Fruits – Anti Inflammatory Benefits

All fruits tend to be rich in disease protective nutrients but some have received particular attention in the nutrition world for their Anti Inflammatory benefits. Berries: Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries & Cranberries are particularly potent with Antioxidant & Anti Inflammatory properties. Along with fiber & vitamin C, berries possess plant pigment phytochemicals such as anthocyanins &Continue reading “Fruits – Anti Inflammatory Benefits”

SHAKE SPECIAL

Oats & Fruits Shake Ingredients: 1 cup of milk 1 cup fresh fruits slices ( watermelon, grapes, pear, banana, mango) Soak the Oats in milk ( overnight). Mix all the fresh fruits in it & topping with chocolate chips. Your breakfast is ready. Banana, Mango & Apple Shake Ingredients: 1 Apple ( slices) Continue reading “SHAKE SPECIAL”

IMMUNITY BOOSTING FOODS : PLANT FOODS & THEIR CANCER FIGHTING PROPERTIES

There is a strong link has been found between the development of cancer and weakened immune system. So its importanat to find ways of boosting immunity to fight against this life threatening disease. There are specific cancers that directly affect the immune system such as LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA. Cancer cells are created from the body’sContinue reading “IMMUNITY BOOSTING FOODS : PLANT FOODS & THEIR CANCER FIGHTING PROPERTIES”

SMOOTHIE SPECIAL

Smoothie is a drink that you can be prepared by blending your choice of veggies, fruits , seeds , leafy green , nuts and more. As the primary ingredients of smoothie are veggies and fruits, the proportion of the ingredients play an important role in making smoothie healthy. Healthy smoothies contain zero added sugar andContinue reading “SMOOTHIE SPECIAL”

DIABETES & INSULIN

Diabetes is a chronic disease that leads to too much sugar (or glucose ) in the blood. Type 2 (most common) * Your body doesn’t make or use insulin very well, causing high blood sugar * Disease develop later in life * High risk for developing diabetes if you are overweight, sedentary or if someoneContinue reading “DIABETES & INSULIN”

LENTILS WITH VEGETABLES

INGREDIENTS Yellow Lentils 1/2 cup ( rinsed ) Fresh Vegetables cut into small pieces ( carrots, green beans, cauliflower, green peas ) 1 tablespoon ghee, pinch of turmeric powder, salt, cumin seeds (1/2 teaspoon), chilis, water, fresh coriander leaves ( for garnishing) Prep Time : 10 min Cooking Time : 15 min Total Time :Continue reading “LENTILS WITH VEGETABLES”

EGG SALAD

INGREDIENTS Eggs : 2 boiled ( cut into 8 pieces) Cucumber : 1 ( cut into small cube shapes) Sweet Corn : 1/4 cup ( boiled) Green Peas : 1/4 cup (boiled) Peanuts : 2 tablespoon (roasted) Coconut : 2 tablespoon ( small pieces) Onion : 1 big size ( chopped ) Salt , pinchContinue reading “EGG SALAD”