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53 articles on nutrition, recipes, and healthy living.
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Burning belly fat! What are some belly fat exercises?
Belly fat is always frustrating to have, both in terms of how it affects our health, but also how we feel and look. It can make our clothes feel tight, it’s the first place we notice fat going on, but it’s also not a good place for our body to store fat for health reasons!
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What are the health benefits of HIIT workouts?
HIIT training is High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), What are the health benefits of HIIT workouts? Read on to find out!
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What is the importance of warm up and cool down exercises?
What are the benefits to warming up and cooling down before and after exercises? Warm up and cool down exercises have many health benefits, can improve your physical performance during exercise and reduce injury. Keep reading to find out more!
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What to eat to support your immune system after steroids?
After a period of ill health, the aim is to support your immune system by eating and drinking the correct foods, so you recover as quickly as possible. However, in some circumstances, the suggested food and drink options are not appropriate for those struggling to control their blood sugar.
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What is the best time to exercise?
Regular exercise is important for a healthy heart and mind. When is the best time to exercise? Keep reading to find out.
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How are exercise and mental health linked?
Exercise and mental health. What are endorphins? What are the mental health benefits of exercise? What are neurogenesis and the hippocampus?
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Does drinking infused water have health benefits?
Recently there has been a movement towards drinking infused waters. However, this is a practice that has been around for thousands of years. But other than a different flavour profile, what are the benefits of drinking infused water? And they can help you to lose weight?
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Rethinking your drink to help weight loss
Many of us focus on changing what we eat in order to reduce calories, be healthier and lose weight. However, an important part of reducing the components in your diet that can cause weight gain, such as sugar and fat, is by changing what you drink.
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What are the health benefits of eating mango?
Mango is not only delicious but healthy! This article will discuss the health benefits of eating mango and the scientific research behind it.
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Is fish safe to eat or is it contaminated with heavy metals?
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Do tomatoes cause kidney stones or is it a myth?
Do tomatoes cause kidney stones? Should we avoid eating them or prepare them in a different way to prevent kidney stones?
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What is the role of iron in the body?
A lack of iron in your diet can lead to iron deficiency (anaemia). How can we make sure our iron intake is sufficient to keep our bodies healthy?
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Why should you drink more water?
Drinking sufficient water is arguably one of the most important activities for health that we do each day. However, sometimes we aren’t drinking enough which may lead to impaired performance.
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The 10 most popular whole grains and their health benefits!
Whole grains are a staple part of the majority of the population's diet. They are versatile, inexpensive and packed full of nutrients. In this article we will discuss the benefits of whole grains and how are you can increase your intake.
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Nutrition facts about India’s 3 most popular beans
This article will discuss the 3 most popular beans in India and some important bean nutrition facts. The first thing to note is that beans are brilliant! They are healthy, low cost and easy to cook with.
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Are roti and rice healthy for you?
Rice and roti are very popular carbohydrate. They are both equally delicious but is one more nutritious than the other?
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Are soya beans good for you?
Soyabeans are used in a range of foods such as soya milk and tofu. Should you be consuming these products as part of a healthy balanced diet?
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Iodine deficiency
Iodine deficiency effects over 2 billion people. What effects does this have on the body and how can it be prevented?
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What is a low FODMAP diet?
FODMAPs are Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols. How does a low FODMAP diet impact health?
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What does ‘gut health’ really mean?
Much information on gut health is misleading so we thought it was time to simply and scientifically explain what gut health really is.
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Does what you eat affect anxiety and depression?
Our gut affects our mood. Increased understanding has led to theories about what might cause anxiety and depression.
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The challenges of food in space
With the Perseverance Rover having recently landed on Mars it seems like a good time to explore the world of space food.
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Vegetarian vs Non-Vegetarian protein face-off
Is it possible for a plant-based diet to meet our protein requirements? The best sources of protein for both vegetarian and meat eaters are..
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Does following a keto diet plan lead to weight loss?
You may have already heard of the keto diet, but what is the actual science behind it, and does a keto diet plan help you lose weight?
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Is there an optimal diet for Parkinson’s?
Parkinson’s disease is a very complex disorder, is there an optimal diet to reduce the symptoms of Parkinson’s?
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Does following a healthy diet slow aging?
Will following a healthy diet slow aging? Whats the latest research on how a healthy diet can promote healthy aging? Read on to find out.
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How can you lower blood pressure without medication?
Struggling to achieve lower blood pressure readings? Find out how you can achieve lower readings through lifestyle and diet changes.
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Can consuming beetroot lower blood pressure?
Beetroot lowers blood pressure. Is there any truth to this and how often would you need to consume beetroot in order to see an effect?
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Basic nutrition of fats and oils
Fat is an essential part of the diet but too much can lead to health problems. Read this article to understand the nutrition of fats.
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Can your diet influence the quality of your sleep?
Poor sleep is associated with stress and depression. This article will use research to show how your diet can improve your quality of sleep.
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What are the health benefits of fibre and how to include more in your diet?
What are the health benefits of fibre and how can you increase the amount you consume as part of your daily diet?
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What are the health benefits of ramphal fruit?
Ramphal fruit has multiple different names such as custard apple and bullocks heart. What are the suggested health benefits of Ramphal fruit?
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What are the benefits of raw garlic?
What are the benefits of raw garlic? Is it possible to achieve these health benefits without eating garlic in the raw form?
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What are antioxidants?
What are antioxidants, how do they affect our health and what is the best way to incorporate them into a healthy diet?
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Which cooking oil is best?- A guide to oils and fats and their health impact
Which oils should you be cooking with? Is coconut oil really good for you? Should we stop eating butter? Keep reading to find out.
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What is vitamin D?
We know that Vitamin D is a very important vitamin, but why do we need it and how can we make sure we aren't deficient?
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Kashmiri Fish - traditional and healthier version
Try the healthier version of the traditional Kashimir Fish (Gaadh) recipe which comes in at a whooping 174 cals under. Great source of protein, healthy and easy to cook!
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How can you control your sugar intake to help you reach your weight loss and healthy living goals?
We often hear that sugar is the enemy of weight loss and meeting your healthy living goals. Why is this and what can be done to help?
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How can you control your hunger pangs
How does being hungry and hunger pangs affect the body and our food intake? How can we reduce hunger to help healthy weight loss?
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Shahi Tukda - traditional and healthier version
Shahi Tukde and its healthier version which comes in at 76 calories under the traditional version. Enjoy sin-free :)
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Learn how to understand nutrition labels
Learn how to understand nutrition labels so that you do not sabotage your diet plan. Understand the portion sizes, use by dates and your recommended daily intake.
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Weight loss without exercise - possible or not?
Weight loss without exercise - is it possible or not? In this article we explore the science behind healthy weight loss and maintenance. Read our nutritionist's advice on the healthiest way to lose weight through combining exercise with a good diet plan.
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Intermittent Fasting for weight loss - do you get results?
Intermittent fasting for weight loss has become very popular in recent times as a means to lose or maintain weight.... but does this diet really work?
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Complete Indian Diet Plan for Weight Loss With PDF Download
How to loose weight well? Developed by Nutritionist, easy to follow Indian Diet Plan for Weight Loss is a great start. Supplemented with an active lifestyle gets best results. Free download available!
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Traditional Mutton Stew and A Healthier Version
Healthier version of our super easy Meat Stew that almost cooks itself! Just prep all ingredients and cook on low flame or in a slow cooker.
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Achari Baingan
The achaaris masala is truly representative of the variety of spices used in Punjabi cooking such as onion seeds (kalonji), mustard seeds, garam masala and dry mango powder.
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What are the proposed benefits of Curry leaves?
Curry leaf benefits- Do Curry Leaves stop hair loss and greying, lower cholesterol and also reduce weight? What evidence is there?
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Masoor Dal
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Traditional Bread and Butter Pudding
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Shab-Degh
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What fats and oils should you eat in a balanced healthy diet?
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Correct portion sizes
Teach yourself to intuitively know the right portion size for your self and your family. Although the recommended daily calorie requirements are well know, we make errors in our judgement of the portion sizes. Here we help you recognise the portion sizes and put them in context to your diet plans.
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What makes up the best diet?
Can't tell your carbs from protein? What is RDA or FDA? What do you mean by a Balanced Diet? What is the right portion size? Learn about the basics of nutrition in this series.