Nimbu pani also known as lemonade in English is nothing but a drink made from fresh lemon juice, sugar and water. It is not only quench your thirst but make you feel refreshed. During April and may month in India is really hot, Nimbu pani is best home…

These are characterized by bulging lump with redness around the affected area. They are not contagious and do not run the risk of developing cancer. In other words they are benign. Although this small lump may not pose any major health risk but it can…

Constipation is an incredibly common problem. It is a common problem in the sense that most of us almost think of it as routine. It can be caused by foods you eat or avoid , life style choices, medication or disease. Unfortunately constipation can have…

Corn is one of the most popular cereal grains in the world. It is the starch derived from the corn grain. The starch is obtained from the endosperm of the kernel .White corn meal , as it is a starch has a high carbohydrate content with limited protein…

Before stepping out on Holi day , oil yourself from head to toe. Massage your body either with coconut , mustard or Vitamin E oil. This would reduce absorption of colors in the scalp and skin etc. Oiling in places like behind the ear, between finger…

By the third month your nausea, sleepiness , hunger will have elevated immensely. Luckily this is the last month that you will feel nausea . So you can look forward to relishing food in the forthcoming month. Your weight should start to rise a tad more…

Preventing and treating chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and stroke with diet and lifestyle changes is not just safer but may be dramatically more effective.

From smart phones to idiot box we are using our eyes to stare at small fonts and images more than ever before. Earlier people had to use spectacles after a certain age. But now even small children need the help of spectacles because their eyes are not…

One large egg supplies 6gm of high quality protein and a large variety of essential nutrients with the exception of vitamin C. This is why teaming up a fruit or orange juice with an egg provides the perfect breakfast to perform well in the challenging…

Single vs double acting baking powders – The acid in a baking powder can be either fast acting or slow acting . A fast acting acid reacts in a wet mixture with baking soda at room temperature and a slow acting acid will not react until heated in oven.…

When you break a sweat you just feel great. You have got your endorphins going you feel better. You look better. If you are not able to get a work out in, try to find a steam room nearby . You just like and feel so much better after a sweat.

Some commonly prescribed drugs such as antibiotics, pain killers, ulcer drugs, birth control pills, high blood pressure drugs contribute to depression. If you are taking any of these do not quit them abruptly without talking to you doctor. But be aware…

Boiled & peeled potatoes – 3 medium size Onions in long slices – 1 medium size Radish cutted in any shape– 1 medium size Mayonese – 2 tbs Thick yogurt – 2 tbs Salt & black pepper as per taste

Have you ever wondered why most of the diet regimes recommend having a handful of dry fruits every day? This is because dry fruits are a fabulous source of essential fats, minerals, vitamins & proteins for the body.

Turmeric offers many health benefits since it has both anti inflammatory and anti oxidant properties. It is used to relieve swelling and pain. So it is called natural aspirin in Ayurvedic medicine.

It is a viral disease and is transmitted mostly through mosquito bites. So you may be asking what does nutrition have to do with this disease? Well good nutrition is important in building a strong immune system not to prevent chikungunya but to lessen…

These seeds are also called as sweet basil seeds. But they are different from the holy basil which is common in every Indian household and credited for its immunity boosting properties. These seeds contain no calories and are rich in proteins, carbs…

Just like with adult, weight loss goals in children should be attainable, allowing for normal growth. The goals should be small weight loss so that the child does not become discouraged or overwhelmed.

If you have psoriasis or know anyone with this frustrating skin condition you know that its much like that uninvited guest. It shows up in the form of dry, inflamed, red, scaly patches of skin. Not only are psoriasis flare -ups aggravating.They make…

Kimchi means fermented vegetables with garlic and chillies etc. But I am talking about quick kimchi salad which you can serve immediately(without fermentation)