published by priyakannath on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 19:09
I am always in constant search for low fat and tasty dips. So last Friday, for family tv time munch, I began experimenting and ended up in the preparation of a healthy Tofu & Skyr dip. Honestly, my family absolutely loved this dip.
published by priyakannath on Fri, 11/20/2015 - 14:47
Pumpkin is one of the most versatile squash and thanksgiving is not complete without at least one pumpkin dish on feast table. This frozen pumpkin dessert is an alternative to usual pumpkin pie with a pleasant twist from chocolate and cinnamon. Mellowness of pumpkin goes well with the nuttiness of almonds and sweet indulgence of maple syrup and chocolate.
published by priyakannath on Fri, 11/06/2015 - 05:45
Importance of pumpkin is huge when it comes to fall, not just because we harvest a lot of pumpkins during the fall months but also because of the significant role it has to play on occasions like Halloween and thanksgiving. There are plenty of ways to cook the pumpkin after Halloween, but this nutritious and comfortingly delicious soup is my family’s favourite.
published by priyakannath on Sat, 10/24/2015 - 19:50
Any day can be a burger day, but what if we can make it with healthiest ingredients instead of red meat. Although meat burgers are nutritionally good, they contain nasty stuffs like preservatives and are usually high in saturated fat and salt. You can cut down these considerably by making the burger from scratch using good lean meat. Yet I find my veggie burger very satisfying as I know exactly what and how much is going in it.
published by priyakannath on Wed, 10/14/2015 - 19:37
Beetroots are in season now and there is no harm in adding a root vegetable to your favourite snack. So here is my recipe for wholesome goodness. This flapjack is mildly sweet, chewy and crunchy at the same time. Nuttiness of the oats and cashews goes well with sweetness of the beetroot, honey and maple syrup. Plus that extra sweet flavour and alluring aroma from cardamom makes it perfect anytime snack.
Have a plate of salad or a large banana before you go out to eat. You will feel less hungry. Save yourself from binging on food.
Post date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 - 23:35
Quinoa, Oats and Brown Rice are the top three carbs for good health. Switch your eating habits to these. Try sweet potatoes for a tuber version of carb.
Post date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 - 23:31
Eat more carotenoid rich foods to regenerate brain cells and to keep your brain sharp. Green and orange coloured vegetables are rich in antioxidant carotenoid.
Post date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 - 23:29
If eating wrong kind of foods can make you sick then eating right kind of foods can save you from it !!
Post date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 - 23:25
Spice up your food to minimise use of salt. Most people eat more salt than recommended daily allowance. Too much salt can raise blood pressure, increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. 6 grams of salt is the maximum daily allowance. Most people only realise how much they are putting to their food. But there are hidden salt in many of the packed or processed foods. Majority of packed or processed foods are high in salt. So reduce the intake of these and take away foods. Adding herbs to your food can also help to increase flavour of food and to reduce the use of salt.
Post date: Wednesday, November 27, 2013 - 14:07
A cup of cantaloupe provides just 54 calories. It is an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin K , fibre and magnesium. It has anti oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties too.
Post date: Wednesday, November 27, 2013 - 14:04
FOOD SWAP
Eat grilled chicken instead of fried chicken in breadcrumbs.
Post date: Monday, November 25, 2013 - 23:33
Vegetables and herbs comes from Allium family ( onion, garlic, leek, scallions, shallots, chives) are good for lowering pressure and cholesterol.
Post date: Monday, November 25, 2013 - 21:53
Turmeric is a spice coming from ginger family. It is one of the main spices in Indian cooking and it gives that golden yellow colour to curries and rice dishes. It contains curcumin, an antioxidant and an antiseptic polyphenol.