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almonds benefits

9 Reasons Why Almonds Are the Best Snack For You

Most of us grew up with our parents encouraging us to eat nuts and seeds soaked overnight. Yet many of us forget that these are fantastic sources of nutrients when we have them the right way and in the correct quantity. Today I want to speak to you about almonds. Here’s some trivia about them....

Diwali Sweets

Diwali Sweets And Savouries: Handpicked Recipes To Try This Season

No one wants to hear the word 'diet' during the festive season (not that they work, because only lifestyle changes do). At the same time, if we aren't mindful of our choices, the festivities can add up to a lot of sweets, desserts and festive food. So, this Diwali we are encouraging you and ourselves...

Favourite Beverages For Brain Health

An Integrative Nutritionist’s Favourite Beverages For Brain Health

The human brain is far more complex than any other organism on Earth. Our brains comprise an arsenal of 86 billion neurons and glial cells. Each neuron has branch-like projections called axons and dendrites, which receive and transmit electrochemical signals to communicate with adjoining neurons, whereas the glial cells provide protection to neurons and...

Makhana Kheer

  Makhana Kheer 1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk1 cup roasted makhana/foxnuts1 tsp pure saffron/kesar strands3 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios)2 tsp pumpkin/kaddu seeds to garnish1 tbsp jaggery/gud powder or 2 tbsp dates/khajoor puree made at home Heat the almond milk.Once it starts boiling add the saffron and nuts.Now add the makhana.Give it 2 boils.Add the nuts...

Oats Banana Muffins – Delish the delicious bite after bite.

  Oats Banana Muffins - Delish the delicious bite after bite. Soft and fluffy, easy to make muffins with the goodness of taste and health in every bite . 1 cup old-fashioned oat (ground to flour)2 tablespoons melted virgin coconut oil3 tablespoons date and palm jaggery syrup1 egg1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 banana)1/3 cup milk...

Breakfast Oat Groats – Turbo charge morning routine

  Breakfast Oat Groats - Turbo charge morning routine Quick easy and a healthy way to begin the day with the goodness of Porridge. Simple and high in fiber, steel cut oats keep you full all morning long. Easy to make and satiating and you can add any of your favorite toppings. Sauce panLadle ½ cup gluten free...

Festival of Colours – Celebrate Holi With a Nutritious Thandai

  Festival of Colours – Celebrate Holi With a Nutritious Thandai This traditional beverage is prepared especially during the festival of Holi. Thanks to its cooling effect on the body, it is named Thandai. It is refreshing and at the same time rich in nutrition with the addition of nuts and seeds. Presenting a new version...

Low on energy – Try the Classic Cacao balls with power packed ingredients

  Low on energy - Try the Classic Cacao balls with power packed ingredients Raw Cacao Energy Balls are nutrient- power packed with nuts and are naturally sweetened with dates. Easy to carry snack and serves to be incredibly tasty satisfying the sweet tooth cravings too. Food processorBlenderAir tight container 1/2 cup raw almonds (soaked and dried)1/2 cup...

Modak: Modern day dessert dumpling with the traditional heritage touch.

  Modak: Modern day dessert dumpling with the traditional heritage touch. Traditional Maharashtrian sweet dish also known as dumplings offered to lord Ganesha during the festival. Handmade and filled with rice dough and jaggery they are delicately flavoured with cardamom and nutmeg, they are also called as “Ukadiche Modak" means steamed modak. Cooking panSteamer Ingredients for outer...

Holi Thandai

HOLI SPECIAL – Almond milk Thandai

  Thandai Traditional beverage prepared specially during the festival of Holi . As it has a cooling effect on the body and hence the name "Thandai " . It is refreshing and at the same time rich in nutrition with the addition of Nuts and seeds . Presenting a New version of Thandai ,a Must add...