Diet

You are what you eat. This saying certainly holds true as our diet plays 70 per cent role in keeping us healthy and also in shape. Eating a balanced diet is therefore important but we often get swayed by wrong food choices and unhealthy food items that are at times passed off as healthy. In order to make sure you consume the right foods, here’s a detailed listing of all the right practices and dietary choices you need to make on an everyday basis. From choosing the right ingredients such as your cooking oil to making healthier versions of your favourite dishes, find all the diet info you need below.

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Most weight loss diets may stop working after a year: Try these tricks alongside mindful eating

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, April 05, 2020 at 02:28pm

A balanced diet, healthy lifestyle, and regular exercise are the key to staying fit and in good shape. Along with mindful eating, following these tricks may help maintain your weight.
Poor sleep can affect your thinking skills: Avoid these foods before bed for a peaceful night

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, April 05, 2020 at 10:08am

It's not just your mobile phone that can sabotage your sleep cycle, but what you eat before bedtime can also play a big role in how well you hit the hay.
Most people become vegetarian for their health, suggests study

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, April 04, 2020 at 08:48am

People are motivated to become vegetarian for different reasons -- the most common in western cultures being health.
Why you should have eggs and avocados for breakfast like Sonam Kapoor and her husband

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, April 03, 2020 at 07:13pm

Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor cooks a nutrient-rick breakfast for hubby Anand Ahuja. Here's all you need to know about the health benefits of the dish.
Celebrity chef James Martin lost weight by avoiding butter: Know what you need to say no to

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, April 03, 2020 at 05:56pm

Recently, celebrity chef James Martin revealed the secret behind his weight loss. Read on to know what you can do to achieve similar results.
Following intermittent fasting, but not able to hit your weight loss target? Here’s why

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, April 02, 2020 at 04:04pm

Besides weight loss, intermittent fasting is known to help improve metabolic health, and even extend lifespan. If you're not losing weight despite following this diet plan, you might be making one of these common mistakes.
Weight loss tips: Drink hot water to burn more calories

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, April 02, 2020 at 08:58am

Besides weight loss, drinking hot water can offer a range of additional health benefits. Read on to know more
Keep up your immunity with the right nutrition during the coronavirus lockdown

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, April 02, 2020 at 08:56am

The coronavirus lockdown does not mean that you cannot plan healthy meals. Here are a few items that you can stock up on.
Zinc can help you fight coronavirus: Dietary sources of this mineral

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, April 01, 2020 at 05:58pm

Zinc boosts immunity and is one of the essential nutrients that your body needs. So it makes sense to add a lot of zinc-rich foods to your diet now.
Vegetable oils: Pros and cons of using them for regular cooking

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, April 01, 2020 at 09:03am

Mustard oil, soya oil, sunflower oil all these vegetable oils are our regular kitchen pals. But, how healthy are they? Read on to find out.
The immunity-boosting quarantine diet plan you must follow

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, March 31, 2020 at 11:01am

Have the right foods during the quarantine days to rev up your immunity and reduce your risk of coronavirus. Read on to know more.
Can having only one meal in a day help you reduce weight healthily?

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, March 31, 2020 at 10:59am

Many people believe eating one meal per day can help them reduce weight. But is it really true? Read on to find out.
Avoid cooking in these utensils, they can be harmful for your health

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 30, 2020 at 10:34pm

Apart from choosing the right food, choosing the right cookware is also important to stay healthy. Here are 5 metal utensils you should not use for cooking:
Atkins diet for weight loss: Here’s what you need to know about it

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 29, 2020 at 01:57pm

The proponents of the Atkins diet claim that you can lose weight by limiting carbohydrates and eating foods high in fats and proteins. Is it worth trying? Read on to find out.
Sonam Kapoor cooks stir-fried tofu amidst quarantine: Know the health benefits of this dish

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, March 29, 2020 at 11:37am

Try Sonam Kapoor's delicious dish at home and read on to know the benefits of tofu.
Nutrition in the times of the coronavirus is important: A few ideas for you

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, March 28, 2020 at 04:48pm

You need to boost your immunity to fight the coronavirus. The best way to do that is by getting the right nutrition. Read on to know more.
5 foods you must absolutely have if you are pregnant

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, March 27, 2020 at 09:49pm

You need to make sure that you are getting all the vitamins and minerals that your body requires when you are pregnant. Read on to know more.
Eating too much salt, sugar can wreak havoc on your immune system

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 27, 2020 at 06:54pm

Researchers say consuming too much salt and sugar can affect the cells in your immune system that target bacteria.
Boost your gallbladder health with the right foods

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, March 27, 2020 at 05:13pm

Your gallbladder is an extremely sensitive organ, which plays an important role in digestion. Keep it healthy with the right foods.
Pregnancy diet: Why unripe papaya is bad for expecting moms?

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 27, 2020 at 09:26am

Although fruit is part of a good balanced diet, certain fruits can harm the foetus. One such fruit is papaya.