Food, Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle

  The food that we choose affects our health, energy level, moods, behaviour and many other characteristics. Selecting right foodstuffs keep us healthy, energetic and happy. The saying ' You are what you eat ‘ is indeed true in this context. Food that causes an inflammation Some foods can trigger inflammation in our body. Therefore it is recommended to avoid such  food for better health and lifestyle. Here are some examples of food that cause inflammation -  Fried food Fast food Soft drinks and other sugar-sweetened beverages Alcohol Processed food, processed meat Gluten Anti-inflammatory Food Selection of anti-inflammatory food may seem a difficult and time-consuming task, but it is not so. It is all about making optimum changes in our diet and selecting foods, ingredients which contain an anti-inflammatory effect. Therefore choosing the right anti-inflammatory food and making yummy meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner will do wonders in order to make one healthy and happy. A va

"Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being."  This is very much evident in the current COVID-19 pandemic. People at large have now recognized the importance of being healthy, having greater immunity and the role of healthy food in their lives.  Balanced Diet Nutrients are constituents of food and include water, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins. An adequate quantity of these nutrients in our food forms a “Balanced Diet”. To promote good health, we require all nutrients in an adequate quantity and should be consumed periodically. Adding a variety of vegetables and fruits in our diet is highly recommended. This healthy habit helps us to negate the dependency on multivitamin pills and food supplements. By rotation, we should include green leafy vegetables, roots & tubers such as yam, sweet potatoes, potatoes, radish, carrot and different types of guards, beans, peas. These vegetables add a variety as well a

"To keep the body in a good health is our duty, otherwise we shall not  make our mind strong and clear."   -    Lord Buddha .  To perform this vital duty, we should eat healthy food. In India, food has been revered since ancient times || अन्न हे पूर्णब्रम्ह || Food is a great magic pill that m akes us strong inside, g ives us a healthy mind, i ncreases longevity, h elps us to look fresh & energetic outside and f ills our life with happiness & positivity.  Most of us are familiar with the benefits of food in our lives, food preparation methods and the importance of nutrients. Let’s now understand the importance of retaining the nutrients in our food and how it could be achieved.   How to retain the nutrients? Most of the nutrients in fruits and vegetables are water-soluble. They occur near the peel or skin of the fruit or vegetable. Carbs and proteins are not easily affected in the process of cooking. But vitamin C and B are the nutrients that are ea

India has been well known for its spices since ancient times. It is a virtual “ Spice Capital ” of the world! In the modern world of the smartphones, tablets and social media, it has become common that many people even at young ages are suffering from the different types of health issues including the heart problems, hypertension, diabetes, sleep problems, insomnia, migraine, indigestion, acidity, depression and what not!  Nowadays, it is heartening to see that people are in general becoming aware of a healthy lifestyle and have started following diet programs. Though this is a welcome change, it is observed that most of the people either follow such diet plans as per their whims or simply follow the wrong diet plans that are often influenced by some diet fads. It further takes a deep toll on the body, health and soul.  It is very essential that your food portion should include a good amount of the “local” food, which has been available in your region for generations. For Ind