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January 11, 2019 By Luke Coutinho 2 Comments

Ginger and How It Can Benefit You

Ginger is native to India and China. Ginger has been important in Chinese medicine for many centuries, and is mentioned in the writings of Confucius. It is also named in the Koran, the sacred book of the Muslims, indicating it was known in Arab countries as far back as 650 A.D. It was one of the earliest spice known in Western Europe, used since the ninth century. It became so popular in Europe that it was included in every table setting, like salt and pepper.

A common article of medieval and Renaissance trade, it was one of the spices used against the plague. In English pubs and taverns in the nineteenth century, barkeepers put out small containers of ground ginger, for people to sprinkle into their beer — the origin of ginger ale. In order to ’gee up’ a lazy horse, it is the time-honored practice of Sussex farmers to apply a pinch of ginger to the animal’s backside.

Ginger has long been ascribed aphrodisiac powers, taken either internally or externally. It is mentioned in the Kama Sutra, and in the Melanesian Islands of the South Pacific it is employed ‘to gain the affection of a woman’. Conversely, in the Philippines it is chewed to expel evil spirits. Ginger is a known diaphoretic, meaning it causes one to sweat. It was recorded that Henry VIII instructed the mayor of London to use ginger’s diaphoretic qualities as a plague medicine.

I can go on about the amazing health benefits of this root. Over the last few years, I have used and shared this remedy with so many clients and friends for so many conditions, and it has never failed to produce the desired results.

Be it any ailment such as the following

Flu
Common cold and cough
Stomach pain
Menstrual cycle pain
PMS
Digestive disorders
Cancer ( building immunity and cellular health)
Headaches and migraine
Lowering cholesterol
Controlling high blood pressure
Boosting immunity and cellular health
Arthritis, joint and bone pain
Ginger has anti-aging properties
Ginger stimulates blood rush to sexual organs

You can use ginger in food or just have it plain. I like it best in a cup of warm herbal brew.

Try this simple and healing herbal brew –

1-inch piece of ginger washed and peeled.

Boil it in water for 10 minutes with 2 cloves
Add a slightly split cardamom

Optional: Fresh lemongrass / Fresh basil for flavor

Simmer for 15 minutes

Strain and pour out into a mug. Add 2 pinches of powdered cinnamon,1tsp of organic raw honey or jaggery.

Sip hot.

This drink will boost your immunity and make you feel better almost instantly. Make it part of your lifestyle. To get a healthy lifestyle coach, Click Here!

Disclaimer: Always check with your doctor especially if you are pregnant or have gall stone issues, before using ginger.

November 7, 2020 By Neha Goyal Leave a Comment

Healthy Eating: French Beans Khichdi

If you are on your weight loss journey, you must have heard the advice of keeping your dinner light, low in carbs and high in protein and fiber. But do you feel that this simple tip is actually one of the most difficult to follow? As the entire day goes chasing work, after a tiring day, dinner feels like the only meal we can eat with all the time in the world and actually indulge in. Even if we decide to eat healthy, there are very few meals that support the low carb and high protein idea, especially for vegans. So, I want to share one of my favorite recipes which is not just good when you are chasing your weight loss goal, but diabetes friendly, vegan and gluten free too. Let’s learn how to prepare the delicious French Beans Khichdi!

What You Will Need

Yellow moong dal – ¼ cup, soaked for 2 hours
French beans – ½ cup, chopped
Carrot – ½, grated
Onion – 1 medium sized
Green chilly – ½ tsp, chopped
Ginger – ½ tsp, grated
Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
Garam masala – ¼ tsp
Ghee – 1 tsp
Cumin seeds – ¼ tsp
Lemon juice – ½ tsp
Green coriander – 1 tbsp, chopped
Roasted sesame seeds – 1 tsp
Hing – 1 pinch
Salt to taste

How to Prepare

Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. As the seeds start crackling, add hing powder, onion & sauté for 2 minutes.
Drain soaked dal and add it to the same pan. Sauté with onion for 2 more minutes.
Now, add ½ cup water, salt, turmeric powder, green chilly, ginger ,garam masala, beans & carrot. Mix everything & cover the pan. Let it steam cook for around 10 minutes and stir 1-2 times in between.
After 10 minutes, turn the flame off and let it team in the hot pan for another 5 minutes.
Take the lid off and add lemon juice, fresh coriander and sesame seeds over it. Mix everything together and your French Beans Khichdi is ready!

Highlights of the French Beans Khichdi Recipe

Being Low in carbs & high in fiber, protein & good fats, it is a good dinner option for people suffering from diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, thyroid, PCOD or even high uric acid levels.
It is weight loss friendly as it is low in calories but still very filling.
It is gluten & lactose free, so people who are allergic to gluten or are lactose intolerant can also enjoy it.

Do give this healthy, delicious and simple French Beans Khichdi recipe a try and let us know your feedback in the comments below! For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to LIVE cooking sessions on GOQii Play.

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October 31, 2020 By Urvi Gohil Leave a Comment

Healthy Eating: Vegetable and Paneer Kathi Roll

Still wondering what to do with all that leftover chapati from lunch or last night’s dinner? Don’t let it go to waste. Try this amazing Vegetable and Paneer Kathi Roll. If you don’t know, a Kathi is basically an Indian style wrap made with different stuffing. This recipe adds a protein twist to the traditional Kathi recipe making it healthier for you!

What You Will Need

Leftover chapati – 3
Onion – 1 medium, sliced
Tomato – 1 medium, sliced
Carrot – 1 medium, sliced
Capsicum – 1 medium, sliced
Cabbage – 1 cup, shredded
Paneer – ½ cup, shredded
Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
Haldi powder – 1 tsp
Red chilli powder – 1 tbsp
Garam masala powder – 1 tsp
Jeera powder – 1 tsp
Chat powder – ½ tsp
Coriander mint chutney – ½ cup
Curd – 2 tbsp
Salt to taste
Oil – 1 tbsp

How To Prepare

Heat some oil in a pan, saute the garlic ginger paste for a while and then add onions (keep some uncooked, sliced onions away). Once the onions start to get soft, add all other veggies like carrot, tomato, capsicum and cabbage.
Once the veggies are soft, it is time to add in all our spices. Mix it well and add the paneer.
Cover the pan with a lid and allow it to cook for 3-5 mins.
In a small bowl, mix the coriander mint chutney and curd, add some salt too.
Take the leftover chapati, apply the chutney and curd paste on it.
On one side of the chapati, place 1 big spoonful of the hot stuffing and place a few raw onion slices on it as well. Sprinkle some chat powder over it.
Now start folding the chapati very tightly.
Serve it hot along with green chutney.

Highlights of the Vegetable and Paneer Kathi Roll

It’s a fiber rich meal, giving you satiety in less quantity.
Great meal idea for weight watchers, diabetics & everyone in the family.
Plus points are the high Vitamin A, Vitamin C, magnesium, potassium and folate from the roll.

We hope you try and enjoy this delicious Vegetable and Paneer Kathi Roll recipe. Do you have a special way of making this? Is there a recipe you’d like to see next? Let us know in the comments below!

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September 24, 2020 By Urvi Gohil Leave a Comment

Healthy Eating: Oats Sprouts and Vegetable Uttapam

Do you love your traditional uttapam? Well, you’re about to love this healthy twist we’ve added to it more! Quick, easy to prepare and nutritious, the Oats Sprouts and Vegetable Uttapam is a mouthwatering recipe just as it is healthy. As it is made with oats, it provides better satiety too!

Ingredients:

Rolled oats – 1 cup
Curd – 1 cup
Ginger chili paste – 1 tbsp
Parboiled sprouts – ½ cup
Grated carrot – ½ cup
Grated beetroot – ½ cup
Finely chopped onion – ½ cup
Finely chopped tomatoes – ½ cup
Finely chopped coriander – ½ cup
Salt
Turmeric – 1 tsp
Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
Lemon juice – 1 tsp
Salt as per taste
Oil – 1 tbsp

Method:

Heat a pan and roast the oats for 3-5 minutes and grind them into powder.
In a mixing bowl, add oats powder, curd, salt & ginger chilli paste. Mix this well & add some water to make dosa batter consistency. Put it to rest for 20 minutes.
For the topping, in a different bowl add parboiled sprouts, onion, tomato, carrot, beetroot, coriander and lemon juice. Add the spices too and give it a gentle mix.
The oats batter will be thick after 20 minutes, so add some water again to gain dosa batter consistency.
Heat a dosa pan and grease with some oil. Take a spoon full of oats batter & spread it to make a mini uttapam. After it is slightly cooked take a spoon full of sprouts & veggies stuffing to put over the uttapam. Cover the pan with a lid & allow it to cook.
After it turns golden brown on the base, flip it over for the stuffing to cook well too.
Time to serve it hot with coconut chutney.

Highlights of the Oats Sprouts and Vegetable Uttapam

This single dish gives benefits equal to that of a whole balanced meal.
Improved fiber, nutrients and protein content from the traditional rice based uttapam.
A colorful blend of veggies giving us the necessary antioxidants and improving heart health.

We hope you try and enjoy this Oats Sprouts and Vegetable Uttapam recipe! Do leave your thoughts in the comments below. For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to LIVE cooking sessions on GOQii Play within the GOQii App. Subscribe now!

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