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Kerala to promote Neera as a non-alcoholic health drink!

May 15, 2013
The Kerala government will promote the state's coconut water-based drink ‘Neera’ as a non-alcoholic health drink, Excise Minister K. Babu said Wednesday. An expert committee that studied the potential of ‘Neera’ …

Could eating insects eradicate world hunger?

May 14, 2013
World hunger is a burning issue and the UN’s latest plan to eradicate hunger while reducing the risks of global warming and pollution is very simple – eat insects! Edible insects are being promoted as a low-flat, high-protein …

Leukemia drug targets Parkinson’s proteins

May 11, 2013
Scientists have tapped into the restrictive action potential of a leukemia drug to hinder accumulation of deadly proteins linked to Parkinson's, a new study says. Researchers at Georgetown University Medical Centre made known …

A to Z of Healthy Eating

May 8, 2013
Healthy eating terms explained Do you know your monounsaturated fats from your polyunsaturated? Your omegas from your antioxidants? If you are confused by food terminology we're here to help with a healthy eating A to Z, we've …

4 reasons why you should eat tofu

April 24, 2013
People often have this misconception that only lean meat can provide proteins to your body. What they fail to count in is the wonder food called tofu. It is one the most nutritious food items which has ample amounts of proteins …

Revealed – how our body keeps viruses at bay

April 18, 2013
The human body has the ability to keep viruses at bay by activating a naturally occurring protein at the cellular level, setting off a chain reaction that disrupts the levels of cholesterol required in cell membranes to enable …

5 healthy recipes your kids will love!

April 17, 2013
Coming up with innovative ideas to make your kids eat all the vegetables on their plate is a challenge every mother faces. You can tell them their benefits in the form of stories but after a point they too become old and you find …

Healthy cupcakes packed with protein for those tiffin boxes!

April 25, 2013
Kids love attractive looking food – this variation of the traditional Gujarati snack uses mixed flour and bottle gourd batter baked in muffin moulds. A yummy and protein rich treat that aids in their growth and …

Interrupting protein can help boost immunity: Study

April 12, 2013
Interrupting for a short period a protein responsible for immune functions can help boost the body's immunity against viral infections like HIV and hepatitis C, says a new study. The study conducted by scientists at the …

Want to lose weight? Eat a protein-rich breakfast!

March 28, 2013
Want to lose weight and feel full throughout the day? Eat a breakfast rich in protein. A new study suggests that people who eat a full breakfast are less likely to eat unhealthy snacks later in the day or evening. Heather Leidy, …

High-protein diet: More harm than good?

February 24, 2013
We’ve all heard about high-protein diets of celebrities and how they beef-up in no time as per the demands of their roles. But does this diet really help in the long run or are you inviting a host of health hazards? Let’s …

Want stronger bones? Eat more milk products and yogurt

February 3, 2013
Dairy products such as milk and yogurt promote healthier hip bones than cream, says a new finding from a Harvard Medical School affiliate. Choosing low-fat milk or yogurt over cream can increase intake of protein, calcium and …

Basics of weight training

February 11, 2013
I still remember the first time I walked into the gym as an overweight 123 kg. The sight of able-bodied men and women pumping iron was quite intimidating. Little did I know that weight training would play a very crucial role in …

Revealed – the truth about non-vegetarian food!

January 3, 2013
Very few topics will spark as much heated debate as those centered on whether it is best to restrict meat or indulge in them. A few questions which are raised time and again - is meat really necessary for our bodies’ protein …