What happens to your body when you have roasted chana every day?

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roasted chana
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Here's what roasted chana does to your body (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

Roasted chana is a nutrient-dense snack, providing essential nutrients like protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals. But taking a leaf out of our What Happens to Your Body series, would you fathom what would happen if you ate a protein-rich diet with roasted chana every day?

7 benefits of eating papaya on empty stomach every day

 Story by Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Papaya, thanks to its digestive enzyme papain and loads of dietary fibre, is a superfood for your gut health
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Eating a bowl of papaya every day on empty stomach can keep your constipation woes away apart from nourishing your body with a variety of vitamins and minerals. The wonder fruit is a natural laxative that can keep bowel movements smooth. The sweet and juicy fruit can also work wonders for your energy levels. It is a storehouse of Vitamin C and can also help reduce stress. Papaya, thanks to its digestive enzyme papain and loads of dietary fibre, is a superfood for your gut health as apart from constipation it can also help treat indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, and stomach ulcers. (Also read: Amazing benefits of having ginger juice on empty stomach as per nutritionists)

5 Foods To Consume When You Are Stressed Out

 

Blueberries are known for their high levels of antioxidants.
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In the pursuit of mental well-being, dietary choices play a crucial role. It’s important to highlight the impact of food on stress and anxiety, and how to avoid stress-inducing foods and embrace stress-fighting options like berries, nuts, seeds, and nutrient-rich sources. A balanced diet, specific nutrients to support mood regulation and overall mental health is the need of the hour.

Geetika Bajaj, nutritionist and lifestyle management consultant, offers valuable insights:

• Avoid Stress Aggravators: Limit foods high in sugar and trans fats for stress and anxiety reduction.
• Berries for Antioxidants: Berries, rich in antioxidants, can help prevent cell damage and alleviate stress.
• Combat Zinc Deficiency: Cashews provide 14-20% of recommended zinc, linked to anxiety reduction.
• Magnesium Sources: Chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, and eggs contain magnesium, linked to mood improvement.

Warming up to frozen foods

 

© Provided by The Financial Express Currently, potato-based frozen products, such as fries and wedges, are the most sought after.

The pandemic has provided a big boost to the frozen foods category in India. With the rise in at-home consumption of food, this segment too, like other packaged foods, has witnessed growth. BigBasket saw a fourfold increase in the sales of frozen foods on its platform, which, it says, has now settled to twice that of the pre-pandemic period. Godrej Yummiez reported a 60% growth in the July-September period, while Mother Dairy-owned Safal claims to have seen a 100% increase in sales in FY21 as compared to FY20.

8 Delectable Cupcake Recipes

Who doesn't love a good cupcake? From classic to creative varieties, these treats will be the hit of any party.

Vanilla Buttermilk CupcakesVanilla Buttermilk Cupcakes
The same basic ingredients that make the cupcake recipe simple also ensure that it is over-the-top delicious. Dress this cupcake recipe up or down for showers, parties, or friendly neighborhood gatherings.

Recipe, Lemon Bars Recipes for high tea

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: About 45 minute
Makes: 16 squares

5 foods with superpowers

Here we show you five foods that have genuine superpowers. Find out what these five super foods are and how they can change your life.

Tomatoes

If tomatoes were a superhero they would definitely be Superman because, like this spandex-wearing superhero, tomatoes have more than one superpower. A recent study conducted by the Tianjin Medical University found that people who ate tomatoes two to six times a week were 46 per cent less likely to suffer from depression than those participants who only ate tomatoes once a week. 

Chicken Noodle Soup for the soul

Chicken Noodle SoupBorn from a chance visit to a tiny Tibetan restaurant in Kodaikanal, Chicken/Beef noodle soup has since become my comfort food for a cold wintery day and when it rains, it just gets better.  And hey, it’s not oily or fatty, and it’s got a good mix of carbohydrates, protein and good fats - all the right food groups you know you want to put in your tummy! Try and use lean meat with no fat on it, to ensure the fat content stays on the lower side. Till then…slurp away!

10 Easy and Delicious Ways to Use a Rotisserie Chicken

The beauty of a whole-chicken dinner, whether you've roasted the bird yourself or picked up one at the grocery store on your way home from work, is that there are almost always leftovers. And those tidbits can be turned into any number of brilliant second-day meals. Here are ten ideas for easy (and delicious) dishes.

A couple of notes: If you're using leftover chicken in a hot dish, you won't want to cook it again; add it to the dish close to the last minute of cooking, just so it has time to warm through. And don't throw out the bones. You can always use them to make stock.

Sara Dickerman is an award-winning food writer based in Seattle. Her work can be found in publications like Slate, Saveur, and The New York Times. 

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Radicchio Salad 

Combine shredded chicken, slivers of sweet onion, coarsely chopped radicchio, and a handful of torn fresh basil leaves in a bowl; drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss well to coat. Shower in a generous handful of shaved Parmesan (use a vegetable peeler to shave it).

How to Stop Mindless Snacking

So how can you get yourself to hold back from cleaning out the entire bowl of peanut M&M's? You actually have the willpower in you-and these tiny moves can help you channel it.

The binge trigger: You're on edge. 
Stress depletes your stores of glucose, which your brain needs to fuel smart decision making, says Ken Cheng, Ph.D., professor of biological sciences at Macquarie University. Meaning when you're wigging, you have less mental mojo to walk away from the goodies.

Low fat foods can make you gain weight

Low fat options may not be as healthy as they seem, with lighter options having a higher sugar content and same number of calories as the standard option.

Low fat options may not be as healthy as they seem, with lighter options having a higher sugar content and same number of calories as the standard option.

Which? found that food labelling as ‘low fat’ is misleading as many have a high calorie countand contain a larger amount of sugar than if you were to eat the full fat option.

The consumer champion found that 6 in 10 people reported to opt for the lower fat option, believing it was the healthier choice.

Which? looked at low-fat, reduced-fat and light products from across all supermarkets, and compared them with their standard full-fat counterparts, looking at total calories and fat, sugar, and salt content. 

The fertility diet

Make some simple food changes to help boost your fertility as a couple... scrambled eggs on wholemeal toast means slow-release carbs and protein, and eggs are rich in omega 3, ideal for male production of prostaglandin (controls hormone regulation). Andpumpkin seeds for him as they contain high zinc levels- needed to make the outer layer and tail of sperm... yes really! 

Getting startedIt’s important you start off in a healthy and positive manner, this means, getting your fertility back-on-track by seeing it as a joint project to do together, trying to make it an enjoyable exercise for you both. This can be anything from researching delicious (and nutritious) recipes together, to combining some regular exercise in your weekly schedules.

Super food pomegranate is the elixir of youth

London, Nov 11 (ANI): Daily consumption of pomegranate, the fruit that has been hailed as a super food for centuries, can help you stay young by slowing down the ageing process of DNA, a new study has revealed.

The fruit, now known as the elixir of youth, also plays a role in fighting heart diseases, relieving stress and improving one's sex life.

The study encompassed 60 volunteers, who were given extracts of the whole fruit, including pith, peel and seeds for a month in the form of a capsule.

The researchers kept a check on the activity of chemicals in their bodies and compared it to those who took a placebo.

Clean right, eat right for healthy hair this monsoon

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Is your hair falling, your scalp itchy and those lustrous locks getting sticky this monsoon? Worry not, experts have a host of suggestions, including simple homemade remedies like vinegar and methi seeds, to keep your hair healthy and sorted.

The problems occur because humidity leads to excessive perspiration and the scalp gets oily.

"Oil and sweat secretions tend to stick to hair and scalp. It also attracts grime and pollutants in the air. To handle all this, one needs to shampoo hair more frequently, especially if hair is oily," renowned beauty expert Shahnaz Husain told IANS.

Her advice is to use shampoos containing herbal extracts like shikakai, reetha, brahmi, amla and henna.

3 foods all men should eat

A varied, balanced diet is the cornerstone of healthy living for everyone, yethealthy eating can sometimes mean different things depending on your gender. 

While there are some foods we should all be eating more of, men and women also have their own set of dietary requirements as well as their own unique healthconcerns. Here are three foods all men should eat.

Tomatoes
Tomatoes are possibly one of the best "superfoods" around, and the popular fruit has particular benefits for men. Studies have suggested that the lycopene found in tomatoes may reduce risk of colorectal cancer, lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease; the leading cause of death in men. Research has also shown that men who frequently eat foods rich in lycopene may drastically reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer.

The next superfood, Chia seeds

The super seed that’s creating a rage in the United States, chia is the newest wonder food that everybody wants to include in their diets. Find out what makes chia such a must-have!

What is chia?

Chia Seeds

Pronounced ‘kia’, these seeds are derived from a desert plant called the Salvia hispanica, which is a native of Mexico and is also grown in some of the south-western states of the US.

Chia is also the Mayan word for strength and that is just what this super food promises when consumed. Along with improved strength, it also gives a fillip to your energy, increases endurance, helps in weight loss and stabilises blood sugar levels. Phew! No surprises then, why the little seed is gaining such a big reputation.

Get your portions under control

You want to lose weight, but you end up overeating every time you’re at the dining table? Our simple tips on portion control come to your rescue.

Easy tips to help in portion control

Eat slowly: Did you know it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register that your stomach is full? Therefore, the chances of overeating are higher when you eat fast. So chew your food properly and eat slowly, as it will help you realise when you’re full and limit portions.

Make healthy food tasty: Who said healthy food can’t be tasty? Sprinkle some chaat powder or oregano on fruits, or dress your salad with some olive oil. You can make many such simple additions to make healthy food tasty. When you fill yourself up with such foods, you’ll easily limit portions of high-fat foods.

Top 30 Aphrodisiac Foods

If you seek an all-natural way to improve your lovemaking skills, you need to only look into the bounty of Nature. Nature provides a host of aphrodisiacs that are scientifically proven to ward off boudoir blues. Read on!

1. Maca Roots

If you are unfazed by its humble appearance, don’t let its unattractiveness fool you. Sworn by the Peruvians to be the most powerful aphrodisiac ever, Maca roots boost sexual strength and libido. A confirmed super food, Maca roots not only add zing to any given dish, but also improve immunity and functionality.

6 Drinks that Fight Age

These six drinks fight aging. See what they are and when to down them. 
WATER 
When to Drink: At the Alarm 

Guzzle water, Dr. Lodge suggests. Hydrating will help beat that groggy feeling and make your skin look its glowy best (both now and later in life), says David E. Bank, M.D., a dermatologist in Mount Kisco, New York. 

7 best Indian seafood restaurants in Mumbai

Within its city limits Mumbai contains a coastal mix of Indian seafood ranging from Malvan to Bengal.

Kane, the local ladyfish, fried-up and served at Fresh Catch -- a less well-known, but excellent home-style seafood …

Thanks to its large multi-ethnic population and location on the Arabian Sea, Mumbai is blessed with an abundance of choice when it comes to seafood.

The list below reflects the best coastal Indian cuisine from Malvan to Bengal, and the Mumbai restaurants that do a fine job of keeping their food tasting authentic.

Some of these eating places are so small and so good they don't have, or even need, a website.