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Psyllium husk is very commonly known as Isabgol which is a common household product. Psyllium grows on a small plant known as planovate. Psyllium husk is an important part of Ayurveda. It is mainly cultivated in North India and requires cool and dry temperatures. It is used as dietary fibre and helps to relieve constipation, […]
Ingredients for Sauté Vegetables with Herbs 1-cup broccoli florets 1-cup cauliflower florets 1-cup assorted peppers cut lengthwise 1-cup beans cut lengthwise 1-cup pumpkin cut into dices 2 tbsp chop garlic 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp fresh parsley or dried Salt /pepper to taste 2 tsp olive oil Method Blanch […]
Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari), is a herb referring to have phenomenal rejuvenating effects on the reproductive organs of females. Asparagus is commonly known as Shatavari. This miracle herb is better known for several benefits but it became a staple ayurvedic medicine because it improves vitality. It is very beneficial not only for young but also it […]
Ingredients for Mediterranean Vegetable Omelet 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups thinly sliced fresh fennel bulb 1 Tomato, diced 1/4 cup pitted green brine-cured olives, chopped 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, marinated in water, rinsed, drained, and chopped 6 eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup low fat cheese, crumbled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, […]
Honey, also known as Liquid Gold is the treasure chest of many hidden nutritional and medicinal properties. This sweet golden liquid is made by bee’s using the nectar from the flowers. Honey is sweet and good for health but it can be poisonous for infants as the bacteria Clostridium botulinum bacteria may contaminate with honey […]
Ingredients for Grilled Eggplant Salad 2 Small eggplants sliced 1 ½ tbsp olive oil (approx) 5to7 garlic cloves chopped 1 Medium cucumber peeled & slices 1 Small size red onion, thinly sliced (like lachaa) 8 ml lemon juice 5 ml balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp natural sweetener Salt & pepper to taste 1 tsp Oregano for marination […]
Coconut oil can also be termed as a superfood. In comparison to other fats, coconut oil is high in healthy saturated fats which boost up fat burning and gives instant energy to the body and the brain. It also enhances the HDL cholesterol in the blood, which reduces the risk associated with the heart. Coconut […]
Ingredients for Protein Mix 3 cups white oats ½ cup oat or wheat bran ½ cup french beans fine chopped and blanched ½ cup mixed peppers red, yellow, green(optional) 1 medium onion fine chopped 2 Green Chillies deseeded and sliced 1 tbsp almonds shredded 1 tsp Ginger fine chopped 2 stems curry Leaves ½ tsp mustard […]
Ingredients for Samak Rice Idli 1/2 Cup Samak Rice 1/4 Cup Sabudana 1 Pinch Baking Soda Salt to taste Water for Soaking Method Mix samak rice and sabudana in a bowl and soak them together for 3 hours. Drain and grind to mix a batter. Take the batter in a bowl and allow to ferment for […]
Stress is a condition that triggers a particular biological response. When sudden stress is encountered, brain floods your the with chemicals and hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. The stress caused by depression, social isolation, long-term unemployment, anxiety attacks, etc, can speed up the aging process as it leads to shortening of the length of […]