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5 High Fibre, Weight- Loss Friendly Snacks You Can Munch Through The Day

November 7, 2017 Loknath Das5%;, Can, Day, Fibre, Friendly, High;, Loss, Munch, Snacks, The, through, Weight, You

Struggling to shed those extra inches around your tummy? Tried all sorts of dieting, yet no trace of desired results? Well, let us tell you a secret. Weight loss is as much about what you are eating as it is about how much you are eating. Alongside proteins, experts always recommend upping your intake of fibre for those on a weight reduction diet. This is because a diet rich in fibre helps you manage your weight by keeping you full for longer and curbing unwanted cravings. It can even regulate the…

The Quintessential Snacks of Monsoon: Stuffed Mirchi Pakodas

August 2, 2017 Loknath DasMirchi, monsoon, of, Pakodas, Quintessential, Snacks, Stuffed, The

Come monsoons and the urge to savour fried snacks is at its peak. A cup of tea, some snacks to nibble on and a beautiful spot from where you can see the rain trickle down – isn’t this all that you could ask for? One of the most loved snacks which can be particularly enjoyed during the monsoon season is the Mirchi Pakoda and you would agree that it is hard to have just one. The mirchis that you make the pakodas with give a slight spicy kick to the pakodas and the delicious fillings inside balance other…

Guilt-free snacks you can munch in office

July 22, 2017 Loknath DasCan, Guilt-free, In, Munch, Office, Snacks, You

1. Healthy and delicious! Once the clock strikes 4, no matter how filling your lunch has been, the hunger pangs start to kick in. So ditch the junk food and opt for healthier snacks. These recipes will keep you satiated for long while satisfying your tastebuds. These guilt-free snacks are packed with tons of healthy nutrients that will help your body shed those extra pounds and put your cravings on halt. Here are 7 healthy snacks you can carry in your office bag. 2. Mixed Sprouts Corn Chaat Mixed Sprouts…

10 Delicious and Healthy Protein Snacks to Up Your Energy Levels

February 3, 2017 Srijita10', and, delicious:, energy, Healthy, Levels, Protein:, Snacks, to, Up, Your

Once, while I was travelling in Gujarat, I got myself invited to a breakfast at the home of an elderly couple. The breakfast was splendid. They served steaming, crunchy vadai, buttery aloo parathas, gajar halwa, etc. But the thing that stood out in my memory was the chilla that was served to me that morning. Hot, crisp and fresh off the tawa, it had been prepared using moong dal, not the traditional besan, and boy, was it delicious. The lady explained that she had made the clever substitution because the…

5 Healthy Snacks for People With (or Without!) Diabetes

January 30, 2017 Srijita5%;, Diabetes, for, Healthy, or, People, Snacks, With, Without

Yes, you can snack if you have diabetes When your stomach starts to rumble, you need a snack that can curb your hunger without blowing your blood sugar. Just like meals, snacks should be a combination of fat, protein, and carbohydrates. Aim for one that consists of 15 to 30 grams of carbohydrates and 100 to 200 calories (depending on your meal plan and medication). Here are five that typically get a seal of approval from diabetes educators and nutritionists. Whole-grain crackers, grapes, and cottage cheese Nutrient-rich whole grains like…

5 Healthier Takes on Classic Super Bowl Snacks

January 26, 2017 Srijita5%;, Bowl, Classic, Healthier, On, Snacks, super, Takes

Super Bowl Sunday is almost upon us. While we love the team spirit and viral television commercials that accompany the big game, all those calorie-laden snacks can seriously derail your diet. In a 2014 study published in PLOS ONE, researchers from Cornell University tracked the grocery shopping habits of 207 households over the course of 37 weeks, and found that total per-serving calories purchased during the week of the Super Bowl spiked to over 6,000—more than the week of Thanksgiving. Luckily, it is possible to keep your snack table relatively nutritious without sacrificing the…