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That lovin’ feeding

February 12, 2017 Srijitafeeding, lovin’, That

When love is in the air, it’s always good to have romance on your plate. Foods that promote that lovin’ feeling have been around since the time of the ancient Greeks, if not earlier. While some — like chocolate or whipped cream — have dubious nutritive value even if they make you feel good, there are other healthier options that boost the feel-good chemicals in your brain. These chemicals include dopamine and serotonin. Other foods boost your energy levels. So if you are going to shop for foods this Valentine’s,…

6 Healthy Beverages That Will Make You Ditch Colas and Aerated Drinks

February 11, 2017 Srijita6, Aerated, and, beverages:, Colas, Ditch, drinks, Healthy, Make, That, Will, You

Aerated drinks and sodas are fast becoming the most consumed beverage in India. These drinks need to be pulled down and shamed due to their ill-effects on our health. The villain is the high fructose corn syrups present in these drinks that has been linked with diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, reproductive issues, asthma, depression, arthritis and obviously obesity. Beverage companies, spend billions each year to tempt consumers. But what they may not tell you is that around ten teaspoons of sugar in each can and phosphoric acid can change…

Food and Mood: 10 Foods That Can Cheer You Up on a Bad Day

February 10, 2017 Srijita10', a, and, Bad, Can, cheer, Day, Food., Foods, mood, On, That, Up, You

We know that sweet treats or your favourite foods can make you happy and turn things around on a low day but we’re talking science. Some foods are known to transform your mood because of certain compounds that they contain. A lot of research has shown that our diet can affect our mood. The theory is simple – the food we eat can bring about certain changes in our brain structure which can affect your mood and behaviour. There are also several factors that can affect your feelings. These simple…

7 Everyday Activities That Will Help You Lose Weight

February 9, 2017 Srijita7, Activities, Everyday, Help, lose, That, Weight, Will, You

Who doesn’t want to get in the right shape without any sweat? In the extremely busy schedules of our daily lives, if only simple everyday activities could help us in losing weight! The truth is that many activities can help. It’s not mandatory to always hit the gym or the running ground to shed off the extra inches. You can tone up while performing your daily errands too. Food lovers who find it hard to adhere to a strict diet plan can also maintain themselves. Here’s how – 1. Get…

6 Everyday Ayurvedic Herbs That May Protect You From the Risk of Cancer

February 7, 2017 Srijita6, Ayurvedic, Cancer, Everyday, From, Herbs, May, of, Protect, Risk, That, The, You

The world is battling cancer which has become a growing menace. Oral cavity and lung cancer in males and cervix and breast cancer in females account for more than 50% of all cancer deaths in India. While experts have been looking for preventive measures and cures in the field of science, a lot of people are turning to Ayurveda for answers and solutions. Ayurveda originated in India more than 5000 years ago but modern science and allopathy now believe in its principle and more and more research is being directed…

5 Protein Shake Recipes That Don’t Require Any Protein Powder

February 6, 2017 Srijita5%;, Any, Don't, powder, Protein:, Recipes, Require, Shake, That

A protein shake is an easy way to get more of the powerhouse nutrient in your diet. But maybe you’re bored with your go-to smoothie, or crave a blend of whole foods—no protein powder required. Enter recipe developer Pamela Braun: Her new book, High-Protein Shakes ($15; amazon.com), is a collection of 50 fresh, hunger-busting combinations. We chose five of our favorites, made with only real ingredients that are easy to find at your local grocery or health food store (think Greek yogurt, quinoa, almonds, and hemp hearts). Each of the shakes below contains at least 22 grams…