F for Fenugreek Seeds: A to Z of Indian Foods | The Health Pantry
Despite its Greek roots, today, Fenugreek is now considered Indian for all intents and purposes. It has become a forgotten ingredient in the land it originates from. In India, however, Fenugreek, especially the seeds, have earned themselves a very good reputation. This reputation comes as a result of both, the flavour it impacts and its […]
Nutritionists Decode Weight Loss Diets
Is Keto good or bad? Is the Mediterranean better than the Paleo? What exactly is the Blue Zone Diet? Are plant-based diets for everyone? I need to lose weight quickly, should I do the Zone diet or the GM diet or Atkins or LCHF? Just like fashion brands change their collection every season, it feels […]
E for Elaichi | A to Z of Indian Foods
With a history that is old as time, Elaichi or Cardamom is the oldest spice in the world. It has found itself in the foods of Royalty from all over the globe. There’s a popular belief that Cleopatra found its aroma so enticing that she had her entire palace scented with its smoke before her […]
What I Eat In A Day As A Nutritionist
This is the one thing every Nutritionist gets asked (other than the “how do I lose 20 kgs in a month type stuff)! Barring a few people, most people observe what you are eating and drinking all the time. And while it’s exhausting, I get it! I would do this too. So here’s everything I […]
The Ultimate Guide To Proteins
Over the past two decades, protein as a nutrient has been at the front and centre of most conversations around health and fitness. It has also been scrutinized a lot more than any other nutrient. No other nutrient has gone through the ups and downs protein has. And despite all the criticism and backlash, protein […]
D for Drumstick: A to Z of Indian Foods | The Health Pantry
This one is my favourite! It is a crucial part of the one Indian cuisine that every Indian loves, South Indian! I am yet to meet a client who does not like South Indian food. Idli or Dosa is one of the most popular Sunday breakfasts all over the country. This means that every Sunday, […]
C for Coconut | A to Z of Indian Foods
Ever wondered why we Indians start every important event with a Coconut? Our wise ancestors knew how beneficial this fruit is and the ritual of cracking a coconut before starting anything important was their way of ensuring coconut reaches every home. What is interesting is that in India we use the coconut fruit in all […]
B for Banana | A to Z of Indian Foods
In this article, let’s look at B for Banana! Banana, a beloved fruit across classes, across the globe, is the second most important fruit crop in India after Mango. Banana is said to be the first fruit of the world. This means that we, as humans, have been eating Bananas longer than anything else. This […]
A for Amaranth Seeds | A to Z of Indian Foods
India is home to some of the most interesting healthy foods in the world. And since we have grown up with these amazing foods all around us, we sometimes forget how lucky we are. With this thought in mind, we bring to you the A to Z of Indian Food Series! In this series, we […]
Matcha Sesame Shot Recipe
A quick, easy and delicious answer to every vegan’s no.1 challenge – calcium! This sesame and matcha shot recipe is a great way to start your day! Let’s understand the ingredients! Sesame Seeds: Sesame seeds are one of the richest sources of calcium. In this recipe, we soak the sesame seeds in water to […]
