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September 26, 2014 By SANA SHAIKH Leave a Comment

King sized Nutritional Breakfast for a Perfect Week!

breakfastBreakfast like a KING, lunch like a PRINCE and DINE like a PAUPER!! Ever wondered why it is said so??

It is required that we kick start our day with a good healthy breakfast, and we often tend to forget this in our busy lifestyle. The word BREAK-FAST itself implies, to break the fast that one has slipped into, over night.
Having breakfast is like fuelling the car with petrol to start it off..Without a proper fuel, our bodies and minds go in to the sleep mode, thereby affecting our concentration levels which might have a drastic effect on our work outcomes.
Many of us feel that skipping breakfast is the ideal way to curtail the calorie intake in one’s diet, however by skipping breakfast what we are actually doing is increasing our calorie intake, as skipping, often results in binging on high calorie foodstuffs in the later part of the day, in turn reducing the BMR and adding up to the dreaded waist lines!!

So Breakfast is indeed an IMPORTANT part of your day..


You need to have a breakfast that provides you sufficient amount of energy to go through the morning hours as well as enough amount of body building blocks required for the wear and tear of the body with a dash of fiber and antioxidants that would complete the nutrient requirement menu!!
Difficult to find all of these in a breakfast..?

Here are few simple ways as to how you can achieve that king sized nutritional breakfast on a daily basis through the week.

MONDAY: Egg white omelette with tomatoes & spinach with multigrain/ whole grain bread/roti and  a tea spoon of flaxseeds.

Egg is a rich source of protein ( 1st class protein) paired with a carb source i.e. bread or roti with a dash of anti oxidants  and other vitamins and minerals from vegetables and flaxseeds being the cherry on the cake providing omega-3 makes it a complete breakfast.

TUESDAY: Oats porridge with almonds and walnuts (4:2). ​

Oats porridge a mutual supplement of carbs, fibre, protein and omega-3 from nuts is a good kick start to the day.

WEDNESDAY: Ragi porridge sprinkled with flaxseeds and boiled egg white.

Expand your breakfast outlook with ragi porridge. Ragi being calcium rich and perfectly accompanied with milk, becomes a good source of carbs and protein too. Flaxseeds contain water soluble fibre giving satiety and lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Egg white providing with that extra punch of protein.

THURSDAY: Multigrain/Whole grain bread Tofu sandwich with vegetables and fresh herbs.

Tofu not only is a rich source of protein but also omega – 3 fatty acids essential for brain and heart health , as well as hormonal balance. It also contains phytoestrogens, which help fight the symptoms of menopause. Hence, a Tofu sandwich is a compact and hearty option!!

FRIDAY: Scrambled egg whites with a small bowl of apple/pear/pineapple/papaya and 1tsp of flaxseeds.

A Low GI breakfast for fifth day of the week!!
Maintain consistent energy levels throughout the day as low GI foods releases energy slowly within the body. Saves you from that Afternoon slump!!

SATURDAY: Poha or Upma( small bowl)/ 2-3 small Idlis with Sambhar/ 2 small Dosas with Sambhar + a glass of milk + almonds and walnuts (4:2).

Kick off the weekend with a delightful and completely balanced breakfast!!

SUNDAY: Moongdal and oats chilla (can add some fenugreek or spinach leaves and some other vegetables) with a bowl of dahi and a teaspoon of flaxseeds.

Here’s the PERFECT weekend treat for you!!
Give an additional bounce to your routine carbs and proteins with a touch of leafy vegetables or greens giving you antioxidants, vitamins and minerals!!

**NOTE: Flaxseeds should not be treated to any form of heat. Consume it in raw form.

September 25, 2014 By SNEHA CHIKHALE Leave a Comment

Eat right without burning a hole in your pocket

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The most frequently asked question to me has been “why are healthy options so expensive??

Healthy food options can turn out expensive at times, but if managed well it can be a great deal. You can certainly enjoy healthy food without burning hole in your pocket!! Yes! You heard it correct!! All that you need to do is plan well, have the necessary knowledge & little time. The combination of these three can help you save enough money, so much so that you can buy something useful that you have been postponing for years.

let us look at these three necessary aspects in detail

Planning: Planning helps in understanding how much you can spend on these food items.You should know how much of money you have to spend on food and make your shopping list accordingly. But, even before making the grocery list, plan which meals you’ll be making this week. Check out your refrigerator for current stock. You can save money by using present food items in the upcoming week’s meal. Try to create recipes which are healthy as well as low on cost based on what you have in hand.

Here’s one smart tip – To save on greens, you can cultivate your own veggies, fruits and herbs in your kitchen garden. This will ensure, your food is not only healthier but also easy on your pocket.

Stay organized with grocery list, to avoid buying items you don’t really need. Create a list of food and beverage you need to buy. Keep ongoing grocery list in your kitchen or your mobile app, where you can add items as you run out.

Here are few tips on saving money at grocery store:

• Eat before going to grocery store. Going to grocery store on an empty stomach would lead to extra shopping as everything looks tempting. If you are full, this temptation becomes greatly reduced
• Look for sales flyer, they are released in the mid-week and can be found at store’s entrance or in newspaper
• If you have coupon, use it wisely. Use it only for necessary items
• Most stores offer loyalty programmes, by joining them, you can take advantage of special offers and discounts

Some tips while filling your cart:

• Fill your cart with basic priorities like, veggies, fruits, milk and some good protein. By doing so, you can save money on basic items rather than paying for prepared items
• Always try to buy “in season” produce, as they are usually less expensive and are at their peak flavors. To avoid spoilage, buy only required amount of fresh food
• Stay away from tempting aisles of grocery shops, e.g., aisles which keep potato chips, crackers, candies etc.
• Buy or at least try on store brands. They are as good in quality as reputed brands and are cheap too!
• Food companies pay to display their products at eye level. Hence, look on higher or lower shelves for less expensive products
• Know regular prices of items you generally buy
• Unit pricing will help maximum saving, as you will be paying for per pound/ ounce/ quart, unlike, retail pricing where you pay for each item
• Buy in bulk and split it into bags or cups or in convenience servings

At home:

• If you have the time, cook your own sauces and soups rather than buying canned. It can be less expensive & healthier because you have more control over the ingredients
• You can easily prepare healthy meals for larger family without disturbing your budget by keeping meals simple, healthy and yet creative. Try having brunch. Foods like salad and egg are less expensive and make a great protein and fiber for the main dish.

After all, to buy food, high in nutritional value, does not always need a fat wallet. With right planning, correct knowledge and little time, you can enjoy healthy food without burning a hole in your pocket!! Enjoy healthy eating!

September 24, 2014 By POOJA SINGH Leave a Comment

Commando Coriander and its benefits

Commando Coriander and its benefits

Coriander Leaves are commonly present in most of the homes in Indian family. It is mostly used in garnishing Indian dishes. It is considered both as a spice and a herb. Health Benefits of coriander are numerous. Its dark green color makes it more attractive and appealing to taste, little did we know that these leaves are loaded with innumerable health benefits. There is a huge list of nutrients that this herb contains. To start with, it is a very good source of Vitamin A, C and K and traces of B vitamin are noticed. In the mineral department it provides high amount of calcium and potassium. Both of these have are helpful for relieving various ailments. Then there is also iron, manganese and sodium and is also a wonderful source of Dietary fiber. Coriander has been called Commando Coriander because regular consumption of coriander in good amount gives the body lot of phytonutrient which helps to combat lot of diseases and also helps in preventing them. Some of the health benefits of coriander are as follows. Coriander leaves contain Lianol and essential oil that can help detoxify the liver and help in bowel movements. It contains anti-inflammatory properties. This is why it is good against inflammatory diseases such as Arthritis. Coriander has antiseptic properties because of presence of Complex vitamin, this makes it helpful to cure mouth ulcers. Coriander contains high amount of Iron which makes it useful in treatment of Anemia. Coriander is good for eyes. Antioxidant in coriander prevent eye diseases. Its good remedy in treatment of conjunctivitis. Vitamin K present in Coriander is useful in treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The fat soluble vitamin and antioxidant vitamin A in Coriander protects from lung and cavity cancer. With these numerous health benefits, consuming coriander on regular basis will help you keep away many health Problems?? So, go ahead, garnish coriander and let it work as your Commando for a Healthy and Disease Free Life.

September 22, 2014 By CHARMI GOGRI 2 Comments

Dandiya workouts- mix dance and fun with fitness


An Indian Festival without traditional food is like a Morning without sun. Since the festive season is back in India there are the greater chances of binging on sweets and savouries, which may result in gaining a few extra kilos! But, not to worry as Navratri is just around the corner and is one of the fun ways of keeping one fit, active, fresh and perhaps shed a few kilos.

Navaratri is one of the glitzy and noisiest festivals and commits huge participation of people every year across the nation. People swirl to the tunes of Garba and Dandiya in colourful attires; they strike wooden sticks to the rhythmic beats of Dandiya music in clockwise and anticlockwise movements. Though the devotional aspect of the dance is well documented, not many are aware that Dandiya is not only fun but also is an ideal way to keep in shape and banish stress.

According to fitness experts, it is an excellent form of exercise that is emotionally, mentally and physically satisfying. Apart from that, it burns as many calories as jogging or swimming. The dance forms in the Garba and Dandiya includes exercises like Shuffles, Squats, Jumping Jacks, Shoulder press and waist rotation

Some of the health benefits of Garba and Dandiya workouts include:

  • Flat Belly: Most of the people out there are looking for any kind of exercise to maintain their body mass index. Navratri is one of the best occasions to shed extra kilos. Garba and Dandiya workouts are a great way to lose fat especially around the belly. The continuous dance movements help performers lose an estimated 300 to 500 calories an hour depending on the intensity of the dance.
  • Improved Blood Circulation: Dandiya performance utilizes the muscles from head to toe which increases the blood circulation throughout the body and in turn nourishes the muscles. This provides immense health benefits similar to that of aerobic exercises. Moreover, Dandiya is recommended as a good cardio exercise as it requires a very fast pace which increases heart rate. The dance steps involved in Dandiya stimulate the central nervous system as it requires both hand and foot movements. Moreover, this dance form is very effective for reducing bad cholesterol LDL and blood sugar and increasing the good cholesterol HDL.
  • Relaxant: Dandiya acts as a greatest stress buster and helps in relaxation of mind. It releases endorphins or brain chemicals, which melts away tension and relaxes the mind, body and soul. This in turn makes people happy and is one of the major physiological benefits to overall well-being. In short, Dandiya Raas lifts one’s spirits and reduces stress.
  • Other benefits: Dandiya not just improves cardiovascular strength and physical agility, but it also helps improve gait and posture and develops a grace and elegance. It makes you more coordinated and teaches you to move more gracefully.  Also, Long hours at work, inadequate rest and a high level of stress take a toll on the quality of life. Garba and Dandiya are a social activity which enables the performer to develop co-ordination, concentration and team spirit as performers have to strike their sticks in a coordinated manner to the beat of the music. So to do this correctly and in rhythm, they have to be completely focused.

In conclusion, Dandiya is a novel alternative to aerobics and cardiovascular exercise. So what are you waiting for? Buy yourself the perfect Dandiya sticks and dance away towards better health and embrace yourself to the tunes of Garba music this Navratri!!

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