Author name: Dietitian Meenakshi

You may recall professor and author Tom Nichols, who was caught into a kerfuffle after deeming all Indian desi food as “terrible”.  Needless to say, Twitter went into a justifiable meltdown. Majority questioned if his determination of a centuries-old, widely-loved cuisine was based on a few underwhelming experiences. Some asked if he considered Indian cuisine to […]

Physical fitness and active lifestyle help to maintain a healthy weight. However, sticking to a fitness routine during the festive season can be tough. The festive season in India is incomplete without a scrumptious table-full of treats. Relishing traditional delicacies and devouring desserts of the season with friends and family is what makes festivals so

Uric acid is a chemical compound and a natural waste product that is discharged from the body following the digestion of foods that are rich in purines. Gout is a type of arthritis that develops when blood uric acid levels are abnormally high. The uric acid forms crystals in the joints, often in the feet and

Before Intermittent Fasting became all the rage in the health community, we had our very own 9-day Navratri fasting, twice a year. Yes, fasting is ingrained in our culture. From detoxification to reducing the levels of inflammation throughout the body, the benefits of fasting are even backed by science today. According to a recent research

If there is one thing that can be directly associated with life-threatening heart diseases, it is ‘cholesterol’. Higher levels of cholesterol in the body worry many. The biggest challenge is that cholesterol is misunderstood by almost every one of us. Cholesterol has often been called a ‘silent killer’, majorly because you notice no symptoms when

When traveling in most regions of India, you’ll find local restaurants serving thali — a platter offering the choicest dishes specific to that region. But thali is much more than just a part of the country’s dining out culture. While not representative of how all people eat in India, it’s an integral part of festivals,

Breakfast is often called the king of meals, and for good reason. After a night-long fast, your body craves the right fuel to kickstart the day. In recent years, one trend that has gained massive global attention is the High-Protein Breakfast. From fitness enthusiasts to busy professionals, everyone is realizing the importance of including protein

Metabolism refers to the chemical activity happening in our body to sustain life. It is important to maintain your metabolism for an active and healthy life. People who want to get rid of all the extra fat in the body will find this article extremely useful as these seeds are not merely just seeds but, wonder minis

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” The old saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” appears to be true. In this article, we will know why it is said to. What makes an apple so special than any other fruits like banana, mango, orange, etc.? How an apple honestly helps a