Coconut water is a treasured summer drink to combat the heat. Everyone relishes fresh coconut water in the warm summer months. It helps you fight the scorching summer heat and keeps you energised throughout the day. But did you think coconut water is only a good old summer refreshment? Well, it’s about time you reconsider […]
Jowar is globally known as the “new quinoa” for its gluten-free and whole-grain goodness. It goes by the name of Sorghum in English. In India, jowar is a staple food item. It has many words in different states, namely, Cholam in Tamil Nadu and Jonna in Andhra Pradesh. Jowar is ground into flour that is […]
Sabja seeds, also called tukmaria or basil seeds, are black seeds that look a lot like chia seeds and offer immense health benefits. They are native to India but different from the holy basil- also called Tulsi. Sabja seeds are rich in protein, essential fats, carbs, and are packed with fiber. Surprisingly, they contain no […]
Sodium is present in almost everything you eat and drink. It may be present naturally in various foods or supplemented with many foods during production. The most common form of sodium that we consume in our daily lives is salt, 40% sodium and 60% chloride. People use it in both home and restaurant cooking as […]
Millets are a powerhouse of nutrients. They have reclaimed their space in the kitchen of those more health-conscious. Millets boost your health and improve weight loss, besides being gluten-free. Speak to any fitness enthusiast, and they will vouch for the miraculous benefits of eating millets. Millets are available in a variety of types, and each […]
Makhana is a high-value aquatic cash crop and a traditional Indian snack. It grows in stagnant perennial water bodies. Makhana has been widely used in traditional oriental medicine to cure various diseases, including kidney problems, chronic diarrhoea, excessive leucorrhea, and hypofunction of the spleen. Moreover, it is fast emerging as a superfood globally owing to […]
You may love your black coffee in the morning to help you feel energized and get ready for the day, but how much do you know about it? Do you know how drinking black coffee affects your body and your mind? Are you aware of the benefits of black coffee and its side effects? Black […]
With more people turning to vegetarianism, veganism and plant-based diets, and a renewed interest in high-protein diets, soya chunks are popular among vegetarians for their high protein content. Apart from vegetarians, soya chunks are popular among non-vegetarians too, for their meat-like density and texture. The high protein content in soya chunks makes it very popular, […]
In Sanskrit, coconut has another name: Kalpavriksha, the Divine Tree. It is no surprise, as coconut trees essentially provide us with many benefits. We can utilise nearly every part of the coconut tree. It gives us coconut oil, coconut water and tender coconut. In addition, you can use coconut leaves as utensils and sheds for […]
A calorie is simply the measure of energy. It provides people with energy and keeps their bodies functioning. That’s why it’s essential to keep a balance between the number of calories consumed and the number of calories burned every day. The daily intake of calories depends on age, sex, metabolism, and physical activity levels, among […]