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How do I lose weight and reduce fat around my tummy? (Fitness query of the day)

March 18, 2013
I am 42 years old and my height is 5 ft 5.5 in but my weight is 78 kg. I mostly have fat around my tummy. I take two or three chapatis with subzi in the morning along with a cup of tea or parantha once or twice in the week . I …

Healthy recipes: Pear Salad

January 16, 2013
Fruits are the obvious solution to the obesity pandemic. They are tasty, sweet, a rich source of vitamins and fibre. However, if you're having trouble eating fruits or want to whip up something different try this delectable pear …

Dietary fibre like salads could help offset the harmful effects of red meat

January 9, 2013
A healthy complement of vegetables can help in the digestion of steak or beef and prevent illnesses that come with diet heavy in red meat, scientists from New Zealand said. Experts with the government-run Plant and Food Research …

Health benefits of turkey

November 20, 2012
Traditionally turkey has never really been part of Indian dietary habits. However, with the advent of supermarkets and turkey farming initiatives there has been a rise in turkey consumption in India. Why try turkey? Most …

Greens can save breast cancer patients’ lives

April 5, 2012
Women diagnosed with breast cancer are more likely to survive if they eat up their greens, a study suggests. A Chinese study has found a link between higher consumption of cruciferous vegetables such as greens, cabbage and …