Indian chutneys use herbs and spices which are nutritious, aid digestion, and help to detox. Unlike readymade spreads and dips laden with salt, preservatives, added colours and flavours, home-made chutneys use natural ingredients rich in vitamins and minerals. They are a great accompaniment to any meal. Here are some offbeat chutney recipes, writes Parvathy Menon
Though halitosis is not a fatal ailment, the instant recoil of friends, classmates, co-workers and even strangers can erode the confidence of people suffering bad breath and negatively impact their personal relationships and career advancement – Dr. Gita Mathai
Halitosis or bad breath is a common problem affecting individuals of all ages and both sexes. Yet […]
The festive season is round the corner and many dread the after-effects of indulging in rich, ghee and sugar-laden Indian desserts. To help your family enjoy a guilt-free and healthy festive season, we present Indian dessert recipes with a healthy, nutritious twist, writes K.P. Malini
Palada Pradhaman
Kheer is a speciality of the southern state of Kerala. […]
Avocados are a ‘super food’ because of their high nutritive value. They are good for the heart and eyes, help in weight reduction, lower cholesterol, and aid digestion.
This single-seeded fruit/food contains 160 calories, 15 gm of healthy fat and 2 gm protein together with several vitamins and minerals including Vitamin K, C, E, B5, B6, […]
It’s important for parents to have the elementary skills and knowledge required to deal with common medical emergencies and injuries, and provide first aid to children
Most parents will vouch that child health emergencies strike when least expected — when you are home alone or in the middle of the night, when doctors, neighbours or relatives […]
Due to swimming in contaminated water or force-feeding, ear infections can be caused by several innocuous everyday activities. Understanding the causes, symptoms and possible interventions can help parents deal effectively with this common childhood problem
Ear infections are common in infants with 75 percent suffering at least one infection before the age of three, making […]
The humble groundnut, aka peanut, is a powerhouse of proteins, vitamins and minerals. Many people tend to avoid peanuts because of its high fat content. What they probably don’t know is that peanuts lower bad and increase good cholesterol. They prevent heart, Alzheimer’s, and nerve diseases and diabetes and fight depression. Peanuts help our bodies […]
Plastic has pervaded every aspect of our lives, from feeding bottles and food storage containers to plastic straws and water bottles children carry to school. Here are some ways you can restrict plastic use and keep your family safe and healthy
The species homo sapiens needs water and food to […]
Tender coconuts are popular as a stand-alone drink and snack but they are also wonderful meal ingredients, writes Sheela P. Thammaiah
Tender coconut water is hydrating and nutritious, fat-free and high in antioxidants, ascorbic acid, B vitamins, and proteins. Moreover, the soft meat or flesh inside the coconut […]
Children especially need to sleep well as several essential bodily restorative changes occur during slumber. Inadequate sleep can result in height challenged, obese, unhealthy children prone to frequent infections and poor academic performance
Adequate and restful sleep is critically important to physical and mental well-being. While sleep is the body’s time to recover from the day’s […]
It’s the season of the King of Fruits and this is the best time to make a meal out of them by adding mangoes in starters, main courses and decadent desserts! Rashmi N writes about mango recipes
Their delectable taste apart, mangoes offer many health benefits. They are rich in antioxidants and help to fight colon, […]
Summer is the time to rustle up light meals and cool treats. Here are three recipes which will help refresh and rejuvenate your family through the long, hot summer months. – Rashmi N.
Guzzle up gazpacho
Gazpacho is a cold soup made of raw blended vegetables. A classic of Spanish cuisine, it’s a summer favourite, as it […]
Children are at greater risk than adults of suffering dehydration and heat illness in the hot, humid summer months. Parents must take elementary precautions to keep children safe and cool during summer – Dr. Gita Mathai
Summer holidays are eagerly anticipated by children who look forward to a well-deserved break from school and […]
In the interests of health and hygiene, it’s important for parents to advise children not to share toys, water bottles, towels and other personal items – Aruna Raghuram
While sharing and caring is a virtue all parents must teach their children, it’s also important to teach them not to share some things. In the interests of health […]
Ber or the Indian date fruit, also known as jujube, is filled with nutrients offering great health benefits – LUKE COUTINHO
The funny-sounding jujube is one of the most ancient fruits known to mankind. Not only is it bursting with flavour, it is also a treasure house of nutrients.
According to a 2013 study published in the Journal […]
In the global gourmet industry, ‘black’ is trendy, with black velvet cakes, black coffee jelly, black macarons, black ice cream and black sushi rolls finding pride of place on banquet and dining tables. Some of these new-age black foods contain anthocyanins — pigments that lower the risk of cancer, diabetes and heart ailments. Health experts […]
– Kavita Mukhi, Mumbai-based eco-nutritionist and director of Conscious Food
AlthoughI pride myself on being self-sufficient and independent, the simple but simultaneously intricate art of cooking I learnt rather late in life (and am still trying to perfect), because I was lucky to have a mother who is an excellent cook. She can single-handedly rustle up […]
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