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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition Toddlers, Vitamins and Supplements, Nutrition-mom
D-LIGHTFUL FACTS ON VITAMIN D
Post Views: 1,131 In India, 70-80% of the general population suffers from Vitamin D deficiency. In spite of having abundant sunshine, India has a high percentage of Vitamin D deficiency amongst all age groups. Also known as the sunshine vitamin, it is the single most underrated nutrient in the world of nutrition and that’s probably because it’s available for FREE! Here are a few amazing facts on this valuable vitamin: Vitamin D is produced by our skin in response to exposure to the ultraviolet radiation (UV rays) from natural sunlight. These healing rays of natural sunlight (that produce vitamin D) cannot penetrate through glass. So, we cannot generate vitamin D…
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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition, Nutrition-mom
KNOW YOUR CARBS !
Post Views: 1,281 We have moved on from low-fat to low-carb diets. Many fad diets are doing the trends, claiming sustainable weight loss with low carb and high fat or protein diet. How much of these are healthy and sustainable? Are carbohydrates (which we know to be the primary energy-givers) BAD? First, let us find out some facts about the most talked-about ‘Carbohydrates’ Carbohydrates are of 3 types: Simple Carbohydrates Complex Starchy Carbohydrates Complex Fibrous Carbohydrates Simple carbohydrates are found in foods that contain sucrose (table sugar), fructose (fruits) and lactose (milk). All simple carbs are not bad in fact, natural simple sugars found in fruits and low-fat milk are…
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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition Toddlers, Nutrition, Diet in Diseases, Nutrition-mom
PROBIOTICS – Effects may be more than a gut feeling!
Post Views: 866 Almost all our health concerns can be traced back to our belly. Therefore, it is essential to ensure a healthy gut and the rest will take care of itself. The human gut is a natural habitat for a large number of dynamic bacterial community. The microflora or the bacteria present in our digestive system plays a vital role in processes of digestion and absorption of certain foods which otherwise our stomach and small intestine are unable to digest. It also plays an important role in building our immune system by performing a barrier effect. Healthy and balanced gut microflora is key to ensuring proper digestive functioning. DID…
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Tiny Powerhouses for your Kids
Post Views: 1,446 TINY POWERHOUSES TO BOOST YOUR DIET EDIBLE SEEDS AND THEIR BENEFITS Tiny seeds have been used in India in savoury and festive sweet preparations since ancient times. They have been a part of our grandmother’s `secret recipes for years now. In the recent times, due to their high nutrient value, seeds are again finding their way into culinary preparations. They add flavour and crunch to everything, from biscuits to breakfast dishes, to desserts, yogurt and salads and your parathas too. They are full of proteins, healthy fats, dietary fibre, vitamins, minerals and more. Let’s see how these tiny powerhouses enhance our day to day dishes – HOW TO USE THEM AS PART…
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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition Toddlers, Nutrition, Nutrition-mom, Skin and Hair care, Weight management
HOW PROBIOTICS AND PREBIOTICS WORK TOGETHER?
Post Views: 1,287 We have always considered bacteria as the invisible enemies of our bodies. The thought that bacteria can be beneficial for our bodies is difficult to understand. But the fact is, the wrong bacteria in the wrong place can lead to problems but the right bacteria in the right place can be extremely beneficial. These good bacteria team up with our bodies to improve our health. They are the gut bacteria that live in our gastrointestinal tract and help break down and digest food and build our immune system. These are the probiotics. What are probiotics? The word probiotics is derived from the Greek word ‘pro’ means promotes…
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FEEDING A FUSSY EATER!!!
Post Views: 1,197 Got a child that will happily have nothing but Milk and biscuits for a week? Worried about his nutritional status? Here are some signs your salad dodger is doing fine and a few tips for coping with fussy eaters. Mealtimes are the best moments to have an uninterrupted and peaceful time with children. But most often than not, meal times don’t turn out as planned, one day its clean plates and angel faces while other days are full of tantrums and half-filled tummies. Fussy eating is normal. Whether it’s an aversion to food that’s green or a vegetable that needs chewing or hatred for fruits in general.…
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H.A.L.T. – BEFORE BINGING ON THAT SNACK!
Post Views: 619 We all overeat from time to time. One often ends up eating an unhealthy snack or binging too much over a pack of chips or a box of cookies. Leaving you with lots of unwanted calories and a hint of guilt later. What goes wrong? Why do we sometimes overeat? The strongest of food cravings hit us when we are at our weakest emotionally. We turn to food for comfort – consciously or unconsciously – when we are stressed, angry, bored or tired. Emotional eating can sabotage your health and affect your weight loss efforts. It often leads to eating too much high -calorie sweets, and fatty…
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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition-mom, Weight management
Sprouted Moong Salad
Post Views: 652 Sprouted Moong Salad This recipe is colourful and refreshing while nourishing your child with loads of protein and calcium. It can be served as a salad along with lunch or as an evening snack for your kids. Ingredients: 1 ½ cup sprouted moong 1 cup tomatoes chopped 1 cup cucumber chopped 1 orange, separated into slices 1 tablespoon coriander (hara dhania) chopped 1 seeded green chili (optional) chopped To be added as topping: 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste 1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin seed (jeera) 1 tablespoon lemon juice, adjust to taste 2 tablespoons yogurt (optional) 1 tablespoon ginger juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon…
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Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition Toddlers, Nutrition-mom
Beetroot Rice
Post Views: 640 Ingredients – ¾ cup grated beetroot. 2 cups cooked rice. 1 ½ tablespoons oil. 1 cardamom (elaichi). 1 clove (laung / lavang). 1 small stick cinnamon (dalchini). 1 bay leaf (tejpatta). 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera). ½ cup sliced onions. ½ teaspoon chilli powder. ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder (haldi). ½ teaspoon coriander (dhania) powder. ¼ teaspoon cumin (jeera) powder. Salt to taste. Preparation – Heat oil in a non-stick pan, add cardamom, clove, cinnamon, bay leaf and cumin seeds and sauté on medium flame for a few seconds. Add the onions and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Add chilli, turmeric, coriander powder and cumin powder and sauté…
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Cooking Tips and Recipes, Diet and Nutrition-preteen, Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Toddlers, Nutrition-mom
Multigrain Palak Paneer Roti
Post Views: 1,041 Ingredients – 1. 2 tablespoons jowar (white millet) flour. 2. 2 tablespoons bajra (black millet) flour. 3. 4 tablespoons chopped spinach (palak). 4. 2 tablespoons crumbled paneer (cottage cheese). 5. Salt to taste. 6. Jowar (white millet) flour for rolling. 7. 2 teaspoons oil for cooking. 8. Fresh curd for serving. Preparation – 1. Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl and knead into a soft dough using adequate water. 2. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and roll out each portion into a roti using a little jowar flour for rolling. 2. Heat a non-stick tawa and cook on a medium flame, using ½…
