Reusing cooking oil is a common practice in households and food stalls, often motivated by cost-saving or the belief that a pot of oil can be stretched across several meals. Many people assume that if the oil looks clear or smells neutral, it remains safe for frying. However, repeated heating triggers chemical changes that compromise…
Warm, lightly spiced drumstick soup has long been recommended in Ayurveda and traditional practice for those recovering from fever, digestive upset, or surgery. Now, its benefits make more sense. The combination of soluble and insoluble fiber supports regular bowel movements and feeds beneficial gut bacteria involved in immunity-mood-and metabolic health. Simultaneously, the liquid base is…
Not all oils behave the same in cold weather. The best winter oils are heavy, nutrient-dense, and able to lock in moisture. Here’s how to choose the perfect base and boosters for your personalised winter blend. 1. Coconut oil A classic that works wonderfully in winter when warmed. It penetrates the hair shaft and reduces…
Insulin resistance happens when your body’s cells stop responding well to insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar. The condition leads to elevated blood sugar levels, fatigue, abdominal weight gain and it raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Lovneet Batra, Nutritionist, reveals the common mistakes we make that increase our…
Akshay Kumar’s fitness has become almost as famous as his movies. At an age when many actors scale back on action, he still does high‑impact stunts and maintains a lean, athletic frame year-round. Akshay claims that the real “secret” is not some special supplement or a crash transformation but a lifestyle built on discipline, early…
The Portfolio Diet is a plant-based eating system which Dr. David Jenkins designed to help people decrease their “bad” LDL cholesterol levels Source link
Most children have smart phones these days. While a lot of times, smartphones are handy in keeping children safe (through regular contact, tracking etc.), giving them too early to your child can cause a host of issues, says science. Let’s see how…Research published in Pediatrics shows that children who begin using their first cellphone before…
In addition to adding flavour and colour to your food, the spices in your kitchen offer several health benefits. In relation to spices, are you familiar with coriander? It may be familiar to you as dhania. Although coriander plants are completely edible, their leaves and seeds are most frequently utilised as spices and herbs. The…
The idea that “the bladder is often not the villain” is a powerful reframe for anyone living with constant bathroom trips or surprise leaks. Instead of seeing the bladder as weak or defective, doctors like urologist Dr Tarek Pacha invite patients to look at its noisy neighbour in the pelvis: the rectum. When the bowel…
Pregnancy cravings often have expectant mothers reaching for their fatty favourites, such as sweet or fried foods. New research now uncovers these smells alone might program babies for higher obesity risk later in life. Scientists with the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research found that even healthy moms exposed to fatty food odors passed on…
