It's summer vacations time and everybody is traveling and worried about how to take a healthy diet and not put on that extra holiday weight

Well, here are some tips for you

·         Drink lots of water- Drink water from time to time, carry a water bottle always with you; have a glass of water after waking up and before meals. It will help you to boost your metabolism.

·         Go for raw fruits and vegetables- Munch on fruits and vegetables instead of fried snacks, enjoy local fruits, order salads and soups in restaurants instead of heavy meals in dinner.

·         Stick with an eating schedule- Eat every 2-3 hours, carry fruits, dry fruits or some healthy snacks with you, so you won’t have hunger pangs and you will not eat unhealthy snacks.

·         Don’t forget to exercise- Continue your routine exercise for 30 minutes daily. Wake up early and try to do it before leaving for your day. If u cannot do then go for  walking or  indulge in some other form of physical activity like swimming, bicycle riding, trekking, playing outdoor games etc.

·         Pack your food: - Plan ahead for your vacation, look up for restaurants which can provide healthy options and local markets. Pack your meals accordingly like  you can pack oatmeal for breakfast, cereal bars for lunch, dry fruits for munching, in this way if you are eating a heavy meal outside then u can manage your other meals.

DESI HEALTHY DRINKS

Replace cola with these 2 easy to prepare and cool desi healthy drinks this summer and

beat the heat

Buttermilk or chaas

Ingredients

• 400 ml yoghurt
• 1 tsp black salt
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger 
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• A few curry leaves (kadi patta)
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander 

Method
• Put the green chilies, coriander, ginger and 2-3 curry leaves in a mixer and blend them until they form a smooth paste.
• Add the yoghurt and blend using a hand blender, until smooth.
• Pour this mixture into a glass.
• Add the black salt, salt, lemon juice and asafoetida and mix well.
• Chill in the refrigerator.
• Garnish with one curry leaf and a few coriander leaves and serve.

Health benefits

v  Improves digestion

v  Relieves acidity

v  Good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins of B group

v  Low calorie

v  Lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure and anti cancer.

v  Prevents dehydration

Aam panna

Ingredients :

3 raw mangoes

1 tsp dried pudina powder

1 tsp jeera powder

A pinch of black salt

Recipe

·      Pressure cook the mangoes with water till soft.

·      Let them cool and then peel the mangoes and get the pulp with the help of a spoon. Grind mango pulp along with water to a smooth paste.

·      Add spices and ice.

·      Garnish with mint leaves

       Enjoy chilled

Health benefits of aam panna

Prevents dehydration

Helps to prevent heat stroke

Rich in vitamin C

Helps in fighting anemia

Helps to control blood sugar levels

DESI HEALTHY DRINKS

Replace cola with these 2 easy to prepare and cool desi healthy drinks this summer and

beat the heat

Buttermilk or chaas

Ingredients

• 400 ml yoghurt
• 1 tsp black salt
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger 
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• A few curry leaves (kadi patta)
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander 

Method
• Put the green chilies, coriander, ginger and 2-3 curry leaves in a mixer and blend them until they form a smooth paste.
• Add the yoghurt and blend using a hand blender, until smooth.
• Pour this mixture into a glass.
• Add the black salt, salt, lemon juice and asafoetida and mix well.
• Chill in the refrigerator.
• Garnish with one curry leaf and a few coriander leaves and serve.

Health benefits

v  Improves digestion

v  Relieves acidity

v  Good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins of B group

v  Low calorie

v  Lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure and anti cancer.

v  Prevents dehydration

Aam panna

Ingredients :

3 raw mangoes

1 tsp dried pudina powder

1 tsp jeera powder

A pinch of black salt

Recipe

·      Pressure cook the mangoes with water till soft.

·      Let them cool and then peel the mangoes and get the pulp with the help of a spoon. Grind mango pulp along with water to a smooth paste.

·      Add spices and ice.

·      Garnish with mint leaves

       Enjoy chilled

Health benefits of aam panna

Prevents dehydration

Helps to prevent heat stroke

Rich in vitamin C

Helps in fighting anemia

Helps to control blood sugar levels

DESI HEALTHY DRINKS

Replace cola with these 2 easy to prepare and cool desi healthy drinks this summer and

beat the heat

Buttermilk or chaas

Ingredients

• 400 ml yoghurt
• 1 tsp black salt
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger 
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• A few curry leaves (kadi patta)
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander 

Method
• Put the green chilies, coriander, ginger and 2-3 curry leaves in a mixer and blend them until they form a smooth paste.
• Add the yoghurt and blend using a hand blender, until smooth.
• Pour this mixture into a glass.
• Add the black salt, salt, lemon juice and asafoetida and mix well.
• Chill in the refrigerator.
• Garnish with one curry leaf and a few coriander leaves and serve.

Health benefits

v  Improves digestion

v  Relieves acidity

v  Good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins of B group

v  Low calorie

v  Lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure and anti cancer.

v  Prevents dehydration

Aam panna

Ingredients :

3 raw mangoes

1 tsp dried pudina powder

1 tsp jeera powder

A pinch of black salt

Recipe

·      Pressure cook the mangoes with water till soft.

·      Let them cool and then peel the mangoes and get the pulp with the help of a spoon. Grind mango pulp along with water to a smooth paste.

·      Add spices and ice.

·      Garnish with mint leaves

       Enjoy chilled

Health benefits of aam panna

Prevents dehydration

Helps to prevent heat stroke

Rich in vitamin C

Helps in fighting anemia

Helps to control blood sugar levels

DESI HEALTHY DRINKS

Replace cola with these 2 easy to prepare and cool desi healthy drinks this summer and

beat the heat

Buttermilk or chaas

Ingredients

• 400 ml yoghurt
• 1 tsp black salt
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger 
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• A few curry leaves (kadi patta)
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander 

Method
• Put the green chilies, coriander, ginger and 2-3 curry leaves in a mixer and blend them until they form a smooth paste.
• Add the yoghurt and blend using a hand blender, until smooth.
• Pour this mixture into a glass.
• Add the black salt, salt, lemon juice and asafoetida and mix well.
• Chill in the refrigerator.
• Garnish with one curry leaf and a few coriander leaves and serve.

Health benefits

v  Improves digestion

v  Relieves acidity

v  Good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins of B group

v  Low calorie

v  Lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure and anti cancer.

v  Prevents dehydration

Aam panna

Ingredients :

3 raw mangoes

1 tsp dried pudina powder

1 tsp jeera powder

A pinch of black salt

Recipe

·      Pressure cook the mangoes with water till soft.

·      Let them cool and then peel the mangoes and get the pulp with the help of a spoon. Grind mango pulp along with water to a smooth paste.

·      Add spices and ice.

·      Garnish with mint leaves

       Enjoy chilled

Health benefits of aam panna

Prevents dehydration

Helps to prevent heat stroke

Rich in vitamin C

Helps in fighting anemia

Helps to control blood sugar levels

Bad habits that lead to weight gain, before u even know

1.       Munching – eating while watching T.V., while working on the system,

Solution- eat healthy options like fruits, salads, soups etc

2.       Lack of sleep

Solution-Health is wealth so sleep for at least 7-8 hrs a day

3.       Starving yourself

Solution- don,t go hours without eating, have small meals like buttermilk, nuts, coconut water in between

4.       Eating in hurry

Solution- chew your food well, and always eat in a peaceful environment.

5.       Portion distortion- eating everything at once

Solution- distribute ur meals throughout the day,

Happy women's day
Women,s day special drink for every daughter/wife/mother/sister/employee/ who needs to say fresh, beautiful, smart and strong throughout the day
STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE
Blend- 1/2 cup low fat yogurt+1/4 cup skim milk+1/2 cup fresh strawberries

Happy mahashivratri to everyone

Sabudana/tapioca is the commonly consumed food today

And I believe no 1 knows the wonderful health benefits of this small white pearl

Lemme tell u

·       Good source of protein

·       Rich in Iron, Calcium, folic acid and vitamin B

·       Loaded with carbs, i.e. good source of energy

·       Helps muscle growth

·       Helps in healthy weight gain

·       Prevents indigestion, gas and constipation

·       Helps in lowering blood pressure

·       Improves bone health

·       Energy booster

·       Fights fatigue

DIET TIPS FOR BRIDES TO BE

Every girl wants to look her best on her wedding day, to get that glowing skin, bright hair and perfect body.

Here are 10 tips for her:

·      Always start your day with lukewarm water/aloe vera juice/green tea. Never with sweet tea or coffee.

·      Have heavy breakfast with whole grains/sprouts/, fruits and skim milk. Avoid fried items and sweets.

·      Whenever you feel hungry while shopping, don’t eat junk; always carry some fruits, dry fruits, homemade soups with you.

·      Include multi-grains, dals, yogurt, salads, salmon, chicken and soups in your lunch and dinner.

·      Consume at least 3-4 liters of water a day.

·      Physical activity is mandatory for shedding those extra kilos, and getting that toned body. Do your favourite exercises like dancing/swimming/yoga/walk/skipping/bicycle riding/jogging, an hour a day.

·      Include a lot of yellow, red and green fruits and vegetables in your diet, as they contain certain enzymes, which will do magic for your skin.

·      Have walnuts and almond because they are rich in omega 3 fatty acids, which will help you in getting your skin and hair brighter.

·      Avoid eating refined carbs, fried foods, sweets, processed foods, as they will increase the calories.

·      Start following these tips before 6 months from your wedding.

And become a happy, healthy and glowing bride.

WHY YOU ARE NOT LOOSING WEIGHT PART 2

1. HORMONAL IMBALANCE

         You must go for a routine check- up every 6 months.

2. NO FIBRE IN YOUR DIET

3. STRESS

4. EMOTIONAL EATING

5. FOND OF PROCESSED FOOD

TIPS TO LOOSE BELLY FAT

CUT DOWN ON SODIUM: Sodium is a mineral present in salt. It causes bloating and water retention in the body, so avoid sprinkling salt on your salad, curd, raita, vegetables and don’t add salt to your chapattis and rice. Take only ½ tsp of salt in a day.

INCLUDE POTASSIUM ON YOUR DIET: Potassium is also a mineral, but it works opposite to sodium. It helps in relieving bloating and water retention from your body. Include potassium-rich fruits like bananas, vegetables like sweet potato and potato in your diet.

EAT FIBRE: Fiber is the roughage present in food. It helps in giving you satiety, aids in digestion, relieves constipation, and thus prevents bloating. There are 2 types of fiber soluble that is present in fruits and salads and insoluble that is present in whole grains and pulses.  Include both types of fiber in your diet to stay fit.

STAY HYDRATED: Water maintains the mineral balance in your body. Drinking less water can aggravate your sodium levels and cause bloating. It also helps fiber to do its work, thus also relieves constipation.

DON’T DRINK CALORIES: Stay away from coke, Pepsi, sweet tea, fruit juices, milkshakes, cold coffee etc.rather include whole fruits, green tea, chach, lassi made from skim milk in your diet.

AVOID HEAVY FOODS: Food items like fatty foods, or too sugary foods, increase the load on your digestive system and delay digestion, resulting in bloating. It’s better to stay away from them 

WHY YOU ARE NOT LOOSING WEIGHT

Going gym, exercising, not eating your favorite snacks, still not losing weight.

Well, here are some common mistakes you might be making,:

 1. SKIPPING MEALS

2.. NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER

21. NOT SLEEPING ENOUGH

4. DRINKING CALORIES

1. EXCESS SALT IN YOUR DIET