Moroccan Carrot & Orange Salad

Food historians tell us salads (generally defined as mixed greens with dressing) were enjoyed by ancient Romans and Greeks. As time progressed, salads became more complicated. Recipes varied according to place and time.Have you ever thought from where Salad got it’s name , The basis for the word salad is ‘sal’,…

Color of lettuce determines the speed of its antioxidant effect

   Know your food ,   April 8, 2015  Comments Off on Color of lettuce determines the speed of its antioxidant effect

Lettuce, one of the indispensable vegetables in the Mediterranean diet, is a food that greatly benefits health, mainly because it is rich in antioxidants. But not all lettuce varieties have the same antioxidant effect. According to a study led by the researcher Usue Pérez-López of the Department of Plant Biology…

Eating Whole Grains May Help You Live Longer, Study Finds

   Know your food ,   April 7, 2015  Comments Off on Eating Whole Grains May Help You Live Longer, Study Finds

Eating whole grains such as popcorn, oats and quinoa is linked to increased longevity, and may decrease risk for deaths from cardiovascular disease over a 25-year period, but not cancer deaths, a new study finds. The new research is one of many large studies that tie a diet high in…

Eating eggs reduces risk of type 2 diabetes

   Know your food ,,   April 3, 2015  Comments Off on Eating eggs reduces risk of type 2 diabetes

Egg consumption may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Eastern Finland. The findings were published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Type 2 diabetes is becoming increasingly widespread throughout the world. Research has shown that lifestyle habits, such as exercise and…

Banana nuts smoothie

   Beverages ,   March 31, 2015  Comments Off on Banana nuts smoothie

As I always say ” never skip your breakfast ” as all happiness depends on a leisurely breakfast. Even when you don’t have time for an elaborate breakfast , have something quick & handy . And the best & handy options are smoothies . I read somewhere ” I’m too busy to chew….

Foods That Literally Melt Fat

   Know your food ,,   March 26, 2015  Comments Off on Foods That Literally Melt Fat

Add these superfoods to your diet to boost metabolism, lower inflammation, and help your body become a healthier—and slimmer—fat-burning machine. COCONUT OIL (Image source: Flickr/Tom Woodward) According to health guru Dave Asprey, author of The Bulletproof Diet, fat is the most important macronutrient—as long as you’re eating the right kind….

The Benefits of Berries to the Brain

   Know your food ,,   March 26, 2015  Comments Off on The Benefits of Berries to the Brain

he Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University has reviewed the studies and found that berry fruits protect brain cells from damage and prevent inflammation. Developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or some other form of dementia is a very real concern for older adults. The potential loss of dignity,…

Best (and worst) foods for your heart

   Know your food ,,   March 24, 2015  Comments Off on Best (and worst) foods for your heart

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States — a respectable reason to show your heart some love and attention. To keep your ticker in tip-top shape, add these best foods to your daily health routine — and kick the worst to the curb. Best: Nuts…

The cooking process could cut the calories in rice by up to 60%

Good news, rice lovers: your favorite grain is about to get a whole lot healthier. A new study out of the College of Chemical Sciences in Colombo, Sri Lanka found that cooking rice in a certain way increased its resistant starch content, lowering its calorie count and making it less…

Bhappa-doi By Sreelatha Shenoy

   My Guest Chefs ,,,   March 23, 2015  Comments Off on Bhappa-doi By Sreelatha Shenoy

Hi foodies, meet my first ” guest chef” Sreelatha Shenoy . She is a caring mother, a lovely wife & a budding food blogger. She has been blogging for 1 year now. With wide varieties of recipes her blog is a treat for food lovers. Today she is sharing one of…