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3 DIY Face Masks For Younger, Glowing Skin

face masksImagine achieving younger, glowing skin without any aid from makeup… does it sound impossible? Nothing is impossible when you have the means to achieve an end. Today, I will share some simple but absolutely amazing natural face masks that are economical and give the best results!

These will require a little bit of work from your end but no good thing ever came easy!

1. Multani Mitti Face Mask

The oil-absorbing properties of Multani Mitti or Fuller’s Earth, make it effective against acne and help speed up the healing process. It helps in removing dead skin cells, blackheads, and whiteheads. Multani Mitti also gives an amazing natural and healthy glow!

What you will need:

  • Multani Mitti – 1 tbsp
  • Neem Powder – 1 tbsp
  • Aloe Vera Gel – 1 tsp
  • Rose Water – 1 tbsp

Method: Mix all the ingredients together and make a smooth paste. Apply it all over your face and neck. Keep it on your face until dry and then wash it off with cold water.

Say hello to your rejuvenated skin!

2. Yogurt Hydration Face Mask

The lactic acid in yoghurt will help dissolving dead skin and tighten pores. The honey in this face mask will beautifully hydrate the skin.

What You Will Need:

  • Yogurt/Curd – 2 tbsp
  • Honey – 1 tsp
  • Lemon Juice – 1 tsp

Method: Mix all the ingredients well and apply the mixture on your face. Allow it to stay for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with cold water. Healthy skin on its way.

3. Besan Haldi Face Mask

Trust me, our basic home-based ingredients give the best results. Turmeric along with gram flour helps in brightening up the skin.

What You Will Need:

  • Besan – 1 tbsp
  • Turmeric – ½ tsp
  • Vitamin E Capsule – 1
  • Rose Water – 1 tbsp

Method: Mix all the ingredients into a smooth paste and apply it all over your face. It will take more than 20 minutes to dry up and for the contents to get absorbed. Wash it off with cold water.

The best thing about these face masks is that you can use them daily and get healthy radiating skin from within the comforts of your home. Do try these out and leave your thoughts in the comments below! For more on skincare, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to LIVE sessions by experts on GOQii Play!

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Healthy Eating: Dates and Nuts Custard

dates and nuts custardThe festivities might be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself to some tasty, healthy and absolutely delicious dessert! Here’s a dates and nuts custard that you can eat guilt-free. It is easy to make and completely sugar-free. This recipe can be made with basic ingredients in your kitchen. Let’s get started! 

What You Will Need 

  • Seedless dates – 1 cup 
  • Hot boiled milk – 1 cup 
  • Cold milk – 2 cups 
  • Banana – 1 
  • Vanilla essence – 1 tbsp
  • Mix dry fruits (cashew, almonds, walnuts, pistachios) – 1 cup 
  • Raisins – ½ cup 
  • Sliced strawberries – ½ cup
  • Corn flour – ½ cup 
  • Desiccated coconut – ½ cup 
  • Cinnamon powder – 2 tbsp 

How To Prepare 

  1. Soak 1 cup of dates in boiled milk for 30 minutes.
  2. In a blender, add cold milk, 1 banana, soaked dates along with milk and vanilla essence. Blend till smooth.
  3. Strain the contents in a big bowl to get rid of unwanted lumps.
  4. Now, add in the corn flour and mix it very well to a fine batter.
  5. Heat a pan and pour the contents, stir continuously until it is thick and reduces the moisture but is still a little runny.
  6. Place the serving bowls and let us start plating.
  7. First layer the bowl with dates and milk custard, sprinkle some cinnamon powder, add the desiccated coconut, place the mix nuts generously. Add a few raisins and top it up with 3-4 slices of strawberry.
  8. Allow this to set in the fridge or even outside if the temperature is cool, for 20-30 minutes. Your Date and Nuts Custard is ready! 

Highlights of the Dates and Nuts Custard Recipe

  • The custard has zero sugar and hence, it is a very healthy, guilt-free dessert. 
  • It has the goodness of nuts and fruits.
  • A cup of this custard is rich in fiber, calcium, iron and healthy fats.
  • Great for weight watchers to indulge in.  

We hope you enjoy this Dates and Nuts Custard recipe. Do try it out and leave your feedback in the comments below. For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to cooking sessions on GOQii Play.

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Healthy Eating: Homemade Protein Bars

protein bars

Want to stock up on your winter protein supply? We’ve got you covered with these simple, healthy, no bake, sugar-free homemade protein bars. You can make these protein bars using ingredients available in your kitchen. It is quick and quite suited for winters! 

What You Will Need 

  • Dates – 1 cup 
  • Hot water – 1 cup 
  • Almonds – ½ cup 
  • Cashews – ½ cup 
  • Walnuts – ½ cup 
  • Pistachio – ½ cup 
  • Rolled oats – ¼ cup 
  • Desiccated coconut – ½ cup 
  • Flax seeds – 1 tbsp 
  • Pumpkin seeds – 1 tbsp 
  • Sesame seeds – 1 tbsp 
  • Cardamom powder – 1 tsp 
  • Cinnamon powder – 1 tsp 
  • Jaggery powder – 2 tbsp 

How To Prepare 

  1. In a bowl, add the dates and hot water and soak the dates for 1-2 hours until it softens. Once soft, remove the seeds and blend it in a mixture to a fine, smooth paste. 
  2. Heat a pan and add almonds, cashews, pistachio, walnuts, oats, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds. Dry roast this for 5-7 minutes until they turn crisp and slight golden. 
  3. Time to add the desiccated coconut in the pan and sauté just for 1-2 minutes and remove all the contents in a bowl.
  4. In the same pan, add the dates paste and allow it to cook for 5 minutes until the paste thickens and loses some moisture.
  5. Now add the roasted nuts and seeds mixture to the dates paste and season it with cardamom powder, cinnamon powder & also add the jaggery powder. Mix it well until everything comes together.
  6. Grease a mithai tray or plate with some ghee/ oil and spread the mixture uniformly. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until it sets completely and using a knife, cut it into bars and enjoy! 

Highlights Of The Homemade Protein Bars 

  • Power packed with energy, micronutrients, minerals, fiber and healthy fats. 
  • A perfect guilt free, sugar free, preservative free alternative to granola bars and energy bars.
  • A great way to start the day in winter, it is filling and keeps your sweet cravings away.
  • Works as a perfect post workout snack.

We hope you enjoy this Protein Bars recipe. Do try it out and leave your feedback in the comments below. For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to cooking sessions on GOQii Play.

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Healthy Eating: Sweet Potato and Chickpea Tikkis

sweet potato and chickpea tikkiAre you yearning for a quick snack while ensuring that what you eat is healthy? As always, a potato tikki is your best option but let’s add a protein twist to this basic recipe. Let’s learn how to make delicious sweet potato & chickpea tikkis. Once you try this recipe out, there’s no going back! 

What You Will Need 

  • Boiled chickpeas – 1 cup (soak it for 8 hours and then pressure cook)
  • Sweet potato – 1 medium sized 
  • Carrot – 1 medium (grated) 
  • Coriander – 1 cup finely chopped
  • Flax seed powder – 1 tbsp 
  • Lemon juice – 1tbsp 
  • Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp 
  • Green chilly – 1 finely chopped
  • Chili powder – 1 tsp 
  • Salt as per taste 
  • Oil for roasting the tikkis 

How To Prepare 

  1. Strain the boiled chickpeas to remove the excess water and blend in a mixer. It should be a dry, coarse paste.
  2. In a mixing bowl, grate the sweet potato and add the chickpea paste along with grated carrot, flax seeds powder and coriander. Give it a gentle mix.
  3. Add the spices, green chilli, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, salt and chili powder. Use your hands and mix well.
  4. Apply some oil on your palms and make small flat tikkis.
  5. Brush some oil on the pan and roast the tikkis. After they turn golden brown and crisp on one side, flip them over and cook till golden brown.
  6. Your Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tikkis are ready! Enjoy them with a curd dip.

Note: You can use these tikkis to make your burger healthy instead of traditional aloo tikki.

Highlights of the Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tikkis 

  • It’s the best protein-rich snack to go for as it gives you satiety, taste and a lot of nourishment.
  • Sweet potato is a powerhouse of many nutrients like b vitamins, vitamin c, calcium, iron, selenium, etc.
  • Chickpeas help you to maintain a healthy lipid profile as they are rich in fiber, phytochemicals, folate and protein. 

We hope you enjoy this Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tikkis recipe. Do try it out and leave your feedback in the comments below. For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or tune in to cooking sessions on GOQii Play.

Eat healthy and #BeTheForce  

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