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Food poisoning – causes, prevention and treatment

April 23, 2013
Recently the news has been abuzz that three people died and 70 were admitted to a local hospital in Karnataka, because of food poisoning. The people had consumed panaka and buttermilk given as prasaad during RamNavami …

How do I gain weight while living in a hostel? (Diet query of the day)

April 23, 2013
I am 22 and reside in a hostel. My height is 5 ft 8 in and weight is 60 kg but my physique is very slim. I want to know how I can put on weight. It is difficult as I do not get healthy food in the hostel. Answered by our expert …

10 ways to beat sugar cravings

April 12, 2013
Spending your afternoons battling the temptation to raid the fridge for chocolates and ice creams? Here are 10 ways to kick your sugar cravings and tame your sweet tooth. Eat more low-GI foods Sugar cravings are often a …

BMC asks private schools to serve healthier food

April 9, 2013
The meals you child’s schools serve is set to get healthier with BMC officials in talks with private schools in Mumbai urging them to modify their menu and include more healthy food items.  ‘We plan to start awareness …

Foods to beat the winter chills

December 10, 2012
Winter’s here! And with it comes extra hunger. Add to it the additional burden from cold and cough on your immunity for which you need to eat really healthy. Here is a list of food items that could keep you in the pink of …

Foods that can make your skin glow!

November 19, 2012
  Wondering how to get your skin to glow, naturally? Forget all the creams and expensive treatments. Ingredients from your kitchen and refrigerator can do wonders to your skin's health. Watch this video to find out what …

Does junk food make your kids dumb?

August 8, 2012
Junk food may be causing a decrease in your child’s IQ. A new study has found that babies and infants fed junkfood has a reduced IQ as compared to babies who were fed healthy food. The study, looked at the link between the …

Five food items that’ll help you lose weight!

November 20, 2012
If you want to lose weight eating right is essential. Even if you exercise, if you don't moderate your diet and eat the right kind of food you won't be get rid of those extra kilos. Here are 5 food items you should incorporate in …

Healthy Japanese food gaining popularity in India

March 1, 2012
"Japanese food is one of the healthiest in the world as it consists mainly of rice, vegetables and seafood. In today's hectic lifestyle, it is one of the best cuisines we have," Kamal Dahal, manager at Kyoto restaurant, …

Food items for healthy skin

January 16, 2013
Have you been spending load on creams, lotions, facials, etc. for that evasive perfect no-blemish glow on your skin?  Eating a balanced diet is the best way to get your supply of good food for healthy skin. Still, a number of …

New iPhone app that helps users choose healthy food

January 24, 2012
You can scan bar codes, see what's in a food item and switch to a healthier choice in an instant, thanks to a new mobile application. FoodSwitch, an Australian-first iPhone app, has been launched recently to help shoppers make …