Easy vegetable detox soup Time to give your tummy a break post the indulgences! Try this heartwarming anti-Inflammatory soup and nourish your mind and body as you reflect back on the memories of Diwali this year. 2 cups Spinach½ cup Bottle gourd½ cup Cauliflower/Carrot¾ cup Moong dal (Presoaked Split lentil/Yellow lentil)50 gms Quinoa or...
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...
Dear Parents, Hope you are using our monthly menus and referring to them for meal ideas for your kids. Our November menu is ready! Healthy and kid-friendly meal ideas for all 7 days of the week that you can put together for your kids without having to think about nutrition, taste, and appeal because our nutrition experts have...
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...
A Gut Expert's Favorite Recipe - Pumpkin Tikki It’s that time of the year when we speak about Halloween and Thanksgiving reminding us of the Spooky Staple Ornamental Pumpkin. Let us learn about a fantastic gut health recipe which will be an eye opener for those who think Pumpkin is bland and boring. Mixing bowlPan...
Pregnancy expert's Favourite Lactation Recipe Easy to make highly nutritious dry fruit, this ladoo is loaded with calcium, iron, protein, potassium and all the essential vitamins and minerals, which is essential for the lactating mother and the baby. 1/2 Cup chopped walnuts1/2 Cup chopped Almonds2 Cups chopped medjool dates1/2 Cup pumpkin seeds1 Cup Chopped figs3/4 Cup...
Ful Medames: (Middle Eastern bean stew) Flavourful nutty dish made with fava beans giving it a complete blend of protein and fiber along with added spices thereby making it a hearty dish to be enjoyed with Pita bread. Cooking panLadle 1-1/2 cups of cooked fava/broad beans (pre-soaked and pressure cooked.)1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil for...
What comes to mind when you think of a Middle Eastern feast? Our thoughts immediately go to some of its most treasured culinary gifts to the world’s palate like hummus, manakeesh, falafel, tabouleh, baba ganoush, fattoush, baklava, dolmas, baklava, shawarma, and mulukhiyah. But don’t be fooled. It isn’t just its taste and visual appeal but...
Dear Parents, Hope you are using our monthly menus and picking meal ideas from them for your kids. As our kids continue staying at home and embrace homeschooling, giving our kids the right kind of nutrition, to support their health, growth, development and immunity is crucial. Understanding how overwhelming it can sometimes get to decide...
Falafel (A Quick Crunch, Munch and Brunch Idea ) The name “Falafel” has been derived from the Arabic word for spicy, Mefelfel. Falafel was invented in Alexandria. Alexandria being a port, sailors from all over took the delicious little patties home, and eventually falafel became popular fast food all over the Middle East and other parts...
All in one protein bars. Balance of indulgence and nutrition. Homemade Protein Energy Bars are delicious, healthier, and most importantly cheaper and easier to make than almost all of the ones you can buy in from the stores. High speed blender or food processor 1 cup dates pitted400 gm chickpeas (presoaked and dried)1/2 cup almond...
Grandma's All time special- Simple Rajma curry Rajma, the best soothing and all time favorite comfort food! This dish served with rice is such a popular meal in most North Indian households prepared with special grandma's recipes using hand pounded spices. Rice and rajma provide a perfect balanced and protein rich meal. 1 cup rajma...
