published by Priya Kannath on Thu, 03/09/2017 - 11:52
Potatoes are not just popular in Britain, but also in Europe, America, and 150 other countries. It is now an inevitable part of weekly shopping. Most people love it due to its ability to make any dish rich and creamy.
published by Priya Kannath 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 Priya Kannath on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 12:45
Food Standard Agency has informed the possible cancer risk caused by eating acrylamide containing foods. Acrylamide can bind to our DNA, cause mutation and lead to cancer. According to Cancer Research UK, evidence from animal studies has shown that acrylamide in food could be a potential risk to cancer, but the results have been mixed or inadequate in human studies,”
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.
