Not just are naturally organic foods free from manufactured plant added substances, yet these are likewise developed steadily. This produce doesn't utilize pesticides, artificial composts, sewer sludge, genetically modified organisms or radiation. On account of non-veg, cattle are not given growth hormones or antibiotics but given organic feeds. They are in this way cultivated and bred in an eco-friendly way.

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You probably should take a hint from the fact that a food poisoning expert has sworn himself off from these foods. Firstly raw oysters as they contain microbial growth that attacks your system. Unwashed vegetables as they have higher chances of contamination. They have also sworn not to eat raw sprouts and raw meat. Moreover, uncooked eggs are also harmful to the body along with unpasteurized milk and juices.

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Nowadays, the flavorings and sugar added to the variety of yogurts are slowly pushing them into the junk food category. Hence, when you are buying one, make sure you read the nutrition and ingredients list on the label. Always go for a sugar-free yogurt. The difference between greek yogurt and dairy-free yogurt is that the former comes with more proteins and fewer carbs whereas the latter has lesser fat and no lactose. Organic yogurt is not necessary the best buy as it may be rich in few nutrients but low in many others.

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It is not a hidden fact that having meals at the wrong time of the day have negative impacts on learning, cognitive brain functions and memory. No wonder night shift workers gain 10-15 kgs every year. According to the studies, hunger pangs in the late evening lead to a tendency of eating heavy meals at night and this tendency could add the rise of obesity. Hence, it suggested that every individual should have fixed meal schedule according to the routine.

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Everyone has advised you to consume fibre-rich foods and drink a lot of water to avoid getting constipated but then if that was enough, you wouldn’t be reading this right now. A team of researchers went deep into studying the poop hacks and instant tricks and came up with the four hacks such as drinking coffee, massaging your taint, exercising and doing squats. It is believed that these tricks will enable your body to boost the said process.

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The kids have become more social than ever with more and events and parties coming up which eventually increases their consumption of sweets and sugary products. Sugar, in excess, is bad for children’s teeth, concentration, metabolism, energy and fitness growth. So how should parents tackle this and regulate sweets for their sweet? Try teaching and not just telling, prepare them and dn’t expect, savour it do not sweeten, pack but never attack! Click on ‘reference’ below to know in details.

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A published study states that children whose diet involves a good amount of vegetables, berries, fruits and whole grains perform much better in reading and communication skills. The researchers have specifically recommended a Finnish diet. This kind of diets include higher amounts of fruits, vegetables, fish, berries, whole grains and have less quantity of sugary products and saturated fat.

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Fasting is a popular traditional concept in many cultures and religions of India. It is believed that it is one of the effective ways of achieving spiritual gains, but it has been reasoned by science too. As per the Ayurveda, fasting helps an individual in to maintain a balance between Ama (body toxins) and Agni (digestive fire). It relieves the digestive system of the body and flushes out the accumulated toxins. Hence, it is not an unhealthy practice.

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There exist a lot of misconceptions in the world about what-to-have and what-not-to-have in the breakfast every morning but sugary cereals top the unhealthy breakfast list. Before you buy a cereal for your healthy breakfast, make sure you properly read the ingredients list. Foods like jam are completely unhealthy for a morning meal and must be replaced with foods like butter. Cereal bars, jam on toast, cereal drinks, and sweetened porridge are some of the popular breakfast options you should avoid.

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Humans cannot digest raw leaves and grass easily but cows can do you know why? Because our body does not have what it takes to break down the cellulose found in the plant. Apart from the digestion issue, the another problem is of mastication. Grass contains a lot of silica which is an abrasive that quickly wears down the teeth. Grazing animals are adapted to continuous growth which replaces the worn tooth quickly.

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It is quite interesting to see how the size of your kitchen affects the size of your portion, a recent study has found out. Eating in an open kitchen where the food is properly visible and convenient to access might make you eat more. It enables to set-off a chain reaction. In this case, the possibility and frequency of you getting up and heading towards the food is higher. You will probably serve yourself with more food and eventually consume more.

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Due to unhygienic conditions of the kitchen where the food is cooked and due to lack of knowledge of the quality of ingredients used in cooking, restaurant food can be very unhealthy. Sometimes the fish is not cleaned, salads & fruits may not be washed well, fruit juices may not be made using fresh fruits etc are some unhealthy scenarios. Top of all, fried foods cause a lot of harm to the body if they are fried using unhealthy, cheap and low-quality cooking oils. Be safe!

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Recently, after a long wait, a study has finally proved that consuming fast food helps in weight loss. The study shows that after two weeks of strict dieting, fitness freaks who were allowed to have one “cheat day” for eating whatever they desire were the people who stuck to their diet plan in the long run. According to the results, the researchers observed that having occasional indulgence makes the dieting more sustainable.

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A Healthy diet and Healthy lifestyle are what the current generation needs for the health of future generations. Some unhealthy foods that can harm your sex life are: Microwave Popcorn - A chemical found in the lining of the bag of popcorn can kill libido and lower sperm counts. Soy - It slashes sperm levels in men and messes with the ovarian function in women. Cheese - made from Cow’s milk contains synthetic hormones which are harmful to oestrogen and testosterone levels.

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If you cannot stop eating when it comes to your favourite food, maybe you should look out for the symptoms of food addiction. Food addiction is a serious psychological condition that affects people irrespective of gender and age. It can cause several health issues. The symptoms of food addiction include fatigue, nausea, indigestion, lack of control over shopping and wanting to eat alone. Food addiction is highly related to overeating.

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Khichdi is a popular food/dish in various parts of India. People have been consuming it for various health benefits. Mostly people who are suffering from a celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, add khichdi in their meals as a part of the gluten-free diet as it is highly nutritional and is light on the stomach. It is perfectly balanced in carbs and proteins. It also helps to strengthen the memory and detoxification of the body. Khichdi is good for digestion too.

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Watercress is fully loaded with nutrients and healing properties but unfortunately, it has been forgotten over the generations. A recent study has found that it has been considered as the healthiest vegetable on this planet. Watercress has an abundance of antioxidants and helps to reduce oxidative stress. It stimulates, refreshes and purifies the entire body. You should definitely bring it back to your diet.

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Though the Indian Roti is one of the variants of bread itself, they have endless differences. Indian Roti is made from unleavened flour from which the roughage has not been removed. But the current bread producers remove the roughage from the flour. Hence, Roti is said to be the healthier option. Besides, bread also contains yeast and roti are free of yeast. Hence, your consumption should see more of Roti than bread.

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Sattu is packed with an abundance of health benefits and is considered as a poor man’s protein. The prepping process it goes through helps to retain the maximum nutritional value. It has been proved beneficial for people suffering from diabetes and is good for intestines. It provides you with good amounts of manganese, iron, and magnesium. It has a low sodium content. The commonly made dishes using sattu are parathas, sharbat, litti, upma or even porridge.

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This is for all the people who order eatables online and want to cut calories from their diet. Just by simply ordering your food one hour in advance. Researchers have observed that ordering your food one hour in advance of consumption can help you cut down on calories. The study showed that people who order in advance are compelled to go for healthy options and avoid immediate unhealthy decisions.

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