Good Health and Wellbeing

The Surprising Health Benefits of Millets:  Why you should add them to your diet One healthy food that has been part of our diet since ancient times is millet. This cereal grain is a great source of fibre and minerals and provides many health benefits. Millets are the 1st crops to be domesticated by mankind and have been grown in Asia for over 6000 years.  Millets are actually small cereal grains that have been in existence for thousands of years. They can grow easily even under extreme conditions, which is why, in places with poor soil and scarce water supplies, they represent an essential source of food. That gives fullness to your stomach and benefits from a wide variety of nutrients. Eating millets daily can be considered good for your health as they are a nutrient-rich whole grain, packed with fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals, which can help you with blood sugar control, digestive health, heart health, and weight management. However, it's im...

  Diabetic-Friendly Fruits and Their Health Benefits Managing diabetes requires careful dietary choices, especially regarding fruit consumption. While fruits are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fibre, some contain high sugar, which may cause blood sugar spikes. Let us explore the best diabetic-friendly fruits, their health benefits, and how to incorporate them into a balanced diet. Diabetic-Friendly Fruits 1.     Berries: Berries are the antioxidant powerhouses. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries are common examples of berries. They are rich in antioxidants, fibre, and vitamin C, and help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation. You can eat them by Adding them to yogurt, or oatmeal, or enjoy them as a snack. 2. Apples: Apple is a fiber-rich snack. They are  Diabetes-Friendly  with Low  GI (≈36), and high fiber slows sugar absorption. Apples contain soluble f...

  Heart Series : 2 - Heart Healers Foods and Practices for a Healthy Heart As we dive into the world of heart health, certain foods or practices keep our hearts healthy. Our hearts work tirelessly to keep us going, so it’s only fair we give them some love back. From delicious foods to simple lifestyle changes, there are multiple options at hand. We must be mindful of what we eat and combine them with our diet. Let's explore how to keep our hearts happy and healthy. Heart-Healthy Foods 1. Fruits and Veggies Fruits and veggies are colourful powerhouses packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You just need to aim for a variety of colours to maximize nutrients. Some heart-loving options that can be your heart healers include: Berries : When it comes to foods that both taste great and are great for your heart, the berries are unbeatable. Berries of all kinds are rich in antioxidants, the substances found in certain foods that help ...

  I remember the biology classes during my school days, we were gradually introduced to certain terms and functions essential for a healthy body. I often revisit those learnings once in a while as now they carry a bigger meaning in our lives. One basic function we were all told about is metabolism, as these days everyone keeps talking about boosting metabolism, so let us find out about metabolism once again. What is Metabolism? Metabolism is the process by which your body converts all your food intake into energy. Food components are broken into the building blocks needed for the growth and repair of your body. Metabolism is a series of chemical reactions that take place inside your body to keep you alive, kicking and functioning all day. These reactions break down all the nutrients from your food into smaller particles, which are then used by your cells to produce energy or build new tissues. But metabolism is different from person to person and depends on factors such as ag...

What is  Organic food? What is  Organic food? Why is it so popular among the educated food-conscious sections of society? Do we need to eat everything organic or should we follow our age-old method of eating food grown through conventional farming methods? Organic food refers to the food products grown using organic farming methods. It involves environmentally friendly practices and minimising synthetic chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Organic farming is all about the conscious effort to apply sustainable practices that promote soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare. Organic food is often perceived as healthier and more environmentally friendly than conventionally grown food.   Additionally, organic food may be more expensive than conventionally grown food due to higher production costs and lower yields. Benefits of Organic good Here are some factors to consider when evaluating the health ben...

Healthy Substitutes for Sugar Sugar is part of everyone’s life, most people start their day with sugar-infused hot beverages and feel good if they have more of it. Our celebrations begin with sugar-rich sweets and end with dinners with sweet dishes. Taking too much sugar daily is not good for the body, many health problems could erupt due to too much sugary content in the body. Still, we take and enjoy it wholeheartedly.  Why? Because consuming sugar creates its craving, the more we take sugar, the more desperately we start craving it. I am not asking you to stop eating sugar or sugar products altogether but try practicing moderation. Besides moderation, there are many sugar alternatives like fruits that are good to satisfy sugar cravings. Harmful Effects of Sugar Many health problems start with having more than the required amount of sugar in our body, which is not metabolized. But it is quite difficult to get out of the sweet tentacles of sugary food as ...