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 […]
5 Steps To Manage Your Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes is not like an infection. No 1 medicine can go and kill the virus attacking your body. This is a lifestyle disorder. Your lifestyle is what created type 2 diabetes. Do you know what this means? It means that your lifestyle should also be able to reverse the disorder! Khushboo Jain Tibrewala […]
Carbohydrates – Friend or Foe
One of the most abundantly found nutrients in Nature, carbohydrates have played a HUGE role in the evolution of man. It is our increased intake of carbohydrates that led to the development of our brains and hence all of this progress. Over the last 50 years, however, our lifestyle has changed drastically. We have shifted […]
Lotus Stem, Kohlrabi & Arugula Salad
Embracing local, seasonal produce at it’s best!! This salad is a very elegant yet simple preparation and is packed with nutrients that most of us don’t get too easily in our everyday foods. Lotus and India have a romance that has been going on for centuries. Lotus, our national flower, and its stems, an utterly […]
One Solution For All Your Health Woes
What is the most common health issue we are dealing with today? Diabetes? Heart diseases? Covid-19? No! None of these! The most common health issue today, is in fact, something that is causing all the above and much more. It is a silent killer – giving off almost no symptoms at all, spreading and growing […]
Curry Leaves Tamarind Rice in Banana Leaves | The Health Pantry
A true representation of India and all the flavours our culinary heritage boasts of so proudly! Each ingredient in this recipe plays a unique role in adding taste and nutrition. The unique blend of spices and flavours makes this dish an excellent choice for a good, hearty meal. If you have found this recipe, it’s […]
Fermented Ragi Porridge Recipe | The Health Pantry
This recipe is one of those age-old recipes that showcases just how wise our ancestors truly were. A beloved summer breakfast recipe from Tamil Nadu homes, Ragi Koozh is both delicious and a nutritional powerhouse. Koozhu (pronounced as koo-lu) is a porridge like drink that you see all across Tamil Nadu in the summer months. […]
5 foods to have a great poop, every time
For those of you who track every calorie, every gram of protein, carbohydrates, and fat, your gut is your second brain. (This article was first published on GQ India – 5 Foods to have a great poop, every time) A healthy gut means good immunity, easier weight loss and harder weight gain, balanced hormones, fantastic […]
Fermented Rice – the ideal breakfast to boost your gut health
A fantastic treat for your gut. This dish is a beloved recipe from the North-East India. Known as Dahi Pakhala or Poita Bhat, this is one of those comfort food meals that every Bengali, Assamese and Oriya household loves. It is very easy to make, requires no special ingredients or culinary expertise. You simply soak […]
