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July 10, 2024 By Urvi Gohil 1 Comment

Healthy Eating: Skinny Sev Puri

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Every now and then, we often pass a bhelpuri vendor and find ourselves tempted beyond measure. While the weather seems great and eating bhel or sev puri might seem harmless, it can give you enough calories which you will have to burn by being physically active for more than an hour.

More so, consuming any eatables from outdoor vendors during the rainy season might not be a good idea as this is the perfect season for the E Coli bacteria to breed. But yes, this doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your favourite “Chaat” at home! I’ve prepared the perfect Skinny Sev Puri recipe that will leave you wanting for more!

It is called skinny because it won’t make you fat or sick!

What You Will Need

  • Cucumber – 1 Medium sized (thick slices)
  • Tomato – 1 Medium sized (finely chopped)
  • Onion – 1 Medium sized (finely chopped)
  • Freshly chopped coriander
  • Partially Boiled Sprouted Mung – ½ Cup
  • Curd – ½ Cup
  • Honey – 1 tsp
  • Green Chillies – 1 or 2 (finely chopped)
  • Crushed Khakhra – 2 tbsp
  • Salt, chat masala, red chilli powder – As per taste

How To Prepare Skinny Sev Puri

  1. Take a bowl and add the sprouted mung, curd, honey, tomato, onion, coriander, green chilies, salt, chat masala and mix well
  2. Take a plate and place the thick cucumber slices on it
  3. Using a spoon, place the mixed stuffing on the cucumber slices.
  4. Top it up with crushed Khakhara for crunch along with some chilli powder

So here is your very simple and healthy chaat recipe!

Please Note: As cucumber forms the base and if you are allergic to it, you can use tomato slices, zucchini, partially boiled beetroot slices or radish slices.

Highlights

  • It is a very low-calorie snack and helps you stay away from the trans-fat found in fried puris
  • It is rich in fiber and balanced protein
  • Can be prepared quickly and is perfect for people who love fancy mid meals

Do you like this skinny sev puri recipe? Which healthy recipe would you like to see next? Drop us your suggestions in the comments below! For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or ask a GOQii Coach by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here.

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July 9, 2024 By GOQii Leave a Comment

Managing Nocturnal Itch and Discomfort in Atopic Dermatitis: Strategies for Better Sleep

Atopic Dermatitis is a chronically itchy condition that can be both discomforting and distressing. The persistent itchiness, which often worsens at night, can prevent individuals from getting a peaceful and restful sleep after a tiring day. Imagine constantly feeling the urge to scratch throughout the night, leading to increased redness, bruises, cuts, and bleeds. This burdensome itch, coupled with incomplete sleep, can be exhausting for those suffering from atopic dermatitis.

Maintaining the skin’s moisture levels throughout the night is crucial, as disturbed sleep can negatively affect day-to-day activities, social life, and work life, leading to a lack of enthusiasm. The relentless itch not only exacerbates atopic dermatitis but also impacts an individual’s mental health.

Preparing and following a bedtime ritual can be extremely beneficial in such cases. Simple habits can drastically improve sleep patterns and reduce itching. These habits can include taking a nightly dose of prescribed medication, regular and repeated moisturization, and using prescription-strength cream on inflamed areas. Wearing covered cotton clothing or nightwear helps retain the skin’s moisture levels and makes the itchy areas less accessible at night. Keeping nails short and trimmed helps prevent damage from scratching and reduces the risk of secondary infections on scratch marks. Light yoga asanas before sleep can help alleviate mental stress and calm the mind.

Small changes can make a significant difference in managing atopic dermatitis and improving the quality of life for those affected.

We hope this article helps you. For further information or guidance, reach out to your GOQii Skin Coach.

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References –

Legat FJ. Itch in Atopic Dermatitis – What Is New? Front Med (Lausanne). 2021 May 7;8:644760. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2021.644760. PMID: 34026782; PMCID: PMC8137993.

Lipman ZM, Labib A, Yosipovitch G. Current Clinical Options for the Management of Itch in Atopic Dermatitis. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Aug 3;14:959-969. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S289716. PMID: 34377004; PMCID: PMC8349193.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for general awareness and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalised medical guidance or concerns related to your health.

July 8, 2024 By Mitali Ambekar 9 Comments

Should Women Workout During Their Menstrual Cycle?

Should Women Workout During Their Menstrual Cycle?Should women workout during their menstrual cycle? It’s a question asked by most women who have either started working out, have been in sports or trekking, etc. How can a woman or girl stop working out for a span of 4-6 days, especially the ones who are active? There could be varied opinions on the same.

How Does Working Out During A Menstrual Cycle Help? 

If we put in a little logic, it does show us that a workout during their menstrual cycle would help women feel better. How is that? In general, when anyone works out, the body tends to release endorphins, the feel-good hormone and makes one feel good and happy. In the case of women, this is especially true, when the other hormones are already making her feel irritated, low on energy and weak during her periods.

Another positive is better circulation and higher metabolism – both of which will make sure that all the processes in the body are working well, thereby also making the woman’s uterine muscles relax, which otherwise are constricted during periods and can be a major cause for cramps. Better circulation can even help in relieving headaches and other small aches, which otherwise happen with iron deficiency during this phase.

Should Women Workout During Their Menstrual Cycle?Having said this, the intensity of workouts should not be very high, it should be low to moderate. Before starting off, you may not feel like doing so but, as you start with a light warm-up such as a slow walk, followed by some stretching, it will make you feel better and thus, take the workout forward slowly and steadily. In fact, light stretching will even help you get rid of congestion in the pelvic area.

When You Should Avoid Working Out

Women, who suffer severe pain and more bleeding should avoid it, as exercise can make them feel weaker and can make it very painful. Again the question pops up, why and how?

During periods, the woman’s Uterus and the veins inside are a little sensitive. Any pressure on it, be it in the form of exercise or any other activity, can cause more pain. Women who already encounter a lot of pain should avoid taking the risk of working out and should rest for 2-3 days and then get back to their routine. Failing to do so can cause more weakness with loss of blood due to excessive bleeding.

Albeit, you can do some light walks, stretching, or yoga. You can try swimming too as it equally helps in feeling fresh, light and helps easing off the pain. As a precautionary step, always remember to eat something before the workouts to get the dash of energy you need to workout.

We hope this article helps you! For more articles on Women’s Health, check out Healthy Reads. You can also download the GOQii App to keep a track of your menstrual cycle or speak to an expert by subscribing for GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching here.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for general awareness and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalised medical guidance or concerns related to your health.

July 7, 2024 By Navnee Garg 4 Comments

Why Chocolate Is So Good For You | World Chocolate Day

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Whatever be the season, whatever be the reason, the very thought of chocolate can make us lick our lips in eagerness. The sweetest day of the year, World Chocolate Day, sometimes called International Chocolate Day, is celebrated annually on July 7.

This day gives us the excuse to indulge in our favorite chocolate, be it milk, hot, a candy bar, a cake, brownies or something layered in chocolate. The world loves chocolate for there’s nothing a chocolate can’t do. It can lift your senses, turn your frown around, fix a heartache and can possibly turn a sad day into a good one!

Whether you’re happy, sad, celebrating, want to gift something- chocolates are what most of us prefer!

Sweet History of Chocolate 

Chocolate may be the “food of the gods,” but for most of its 4,000 year history, it was actually consumed as a bitter beverage rather than the sweet edible treat it is known as today. The creation of the first modern chocolate bar is credited to Joseph Fry, who in 1847 discovered that he could make a moldable chocolate paste by adding melted Cocoa butter back into Dutch Cocoa. By 1868, a little company called Cadbury was marketing boxes of chocolate candies in England.

Science Behind Chocolates 

We all remember the epic line from Forrest Gump – “Life is like a box of chocolates! You never know what you’re gonna get.” However, for chocolatiers, this statement may suggest more than chocolate variety. At the microscopic level, there is more than what meets the eye when it comes to the chocolate we consume.

Chocolate has its own temper, considered a polymorph, which means it can take on different shapes when it solidifies from a liquid form. It gives you the meltdown, to get into the desired shape and flavor. There are various types of chocolate – dark, milk, white and ruby being the most recent.

world chocolate day 2These are made with varying proportions of chocolate liquor, cocoa solids, cocoa butter, milk and sugar. Cocoa is a source of flavonoids and alkaloids such as theobromine, phenethylamine and caffeine. These acts as stimulants to the central nervous system.

The Hormonal Connect 

We crave chocolate because it is good! It tastes good, it smells good and it feels good when it melts in your mouth! And all of these ‘feelings’ arise because our brain releases chemicals in response to each chocolaty experience. The experience of eating chocolate results in feel-good neurotransmitters Dopamine.

Chocolate triggers the brain to release endorphins – hormones that cause your pulse to speed up and give you a pleasant high feeling, rather like being in love. Theobromine and Phenylethylamine in cocoa are also thought to affect levels of serotonin. This can boost your mood and ease depression.

We have to be grateful to the Mayans and the Aztecs for discovering the delight that the cocoa trees have to offer!

Feel like eating one? Go ahead! Today is World Chocolate Day and you must reap the benefits of this awesome treat to the senses. You can learn more about the benefits chocolate offers you here.

Do leave your thoughts or your best chocolate moments in the comment section below!

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