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Diet Experiments You Must Try To Lose Weight In A Healthy Way Hey peeps So how is your lockdown going? Most of us thought in the beginning that lockdown without ordering food online will be a good way to lose weight and regain health with simple home made meals; but the reality was viceversa. Most of us gained weight cooking and enjoying comfort food at home. Fact remains that all of us look for a magic when it is about our health. We try to do everything to lose weight but most of the times lack consistency in efforts. I have realized that we can change our lives and kick start a new journey towards good health if we experiment a bit with ourselves. Here are some diet experiments you should try especially after the lockdown gets over. 1. Ban all junk Ban all junk food for one month. Do not touch soft drinks, refined food or packaged food for one month. You will feel the change in your energy levels. 2. Give up refined sugar Experiment with giving up refined sugar for one mo...

Hi You might have read how Stress causes Weight Gain. If not, read it here . How to De-Stress and Lose Weight Let’s find out how to De-Stress and Lose Weight – Love your body. There is no exception to this rule. When you are stressed,take a nice massage. You will feel good about yourself. Be thankful to God , Be Optimistic and Stay Blessed. Inner peace regulates your body to a great extent. Spare time for things you love to do like Painting, Gardening, Reading etc. This will distract your mind from small worries and you will be able to lose weight faster. Think of better options always. For example – Jogging or killing time sitting idle, eating samosa or a healthy yet yummy dish. You are smart enough to make a smart choice ! Laugh like a Kid :P. Watch a comedy ! There is a saying that Smile is a cuve which sets everything straight :). I used to watch an episode of Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai after returning to office. I just loved it and laughed aloud ! Be in touch wi...

Our favorite cookie made into a bar. Soft, chewy and peanut buttery – these Monster Cookie Bars are studded with chocolate chips and candy-coated pieces. They make for a delightful treat when you’re craving something sweet and they’re perfect for sharing with a friend or family member, bringing to the cabin or on a camping trip … Read More The post Monster Cookie Bars appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

We all have those nights — or even weeks — when getting enough or quality sleep seems nearly impossible.  A checklist of to-dos, stress, and worry can all lead to sleep problems, including how much shut-eye we get and how deep we sleep. Or, if you’re a night-owl, shutting down and unwinding in the evening can be difficult for you to do consistently. The thing is, sleep is so important to a healthy lifestyle, and while it may seem really simple, it’s often overlooked.  Our health is so interconnected and to be able to eat well and move often, quality zzz’s are important.  When you sleep well, you’re more likely to make better choices throughout your day, and when you do that, you can be more present, productive, and attentive in everything you need to conquer in your day.  But when you don’t get enough sleep, it can influence your food choices. Research has shown that poor sleep quality leads to increased cravings for junk food, overeating throughout the day, an...

Ragi Health Benefit & Weight Loss – Ragi Dosa Recipe Ragi is not a very popular dish in North India as in South.I started using it when I saw some baby food recipes which were made  out of Ragi. Few of the common name of Ragi which I got from Wikipedia are as follows:- Bengali, Nepali: Marwa, Marthi, Gujarati: Nachani, Bavto, Hindi: ragi, mandika Let me share with you few of the reason why I like Ragi in my food:- 1) It’s high in fiber and after having it your stomach is full for longer duaration. One cheela is good enough for my appetite if I have it with good amount of sambhar and coconut chutney. 2) It has lot of calcium in it so if you are watching milk intake then this can be a good substitute. 3) It is recommended to diabetic as well to those who are suffering from cholesterol problem. By the way Ragi is definitely not for those who are on Paleo/wheat belly or only protein diet as its a grain and has lot of carbs in it. So here goes the Ragi dosa recipe – I ...

Whether it’s a date night or weeknight, this veggie-packed Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Squash with Bacon and Asparagus is sure to be a hit. It features a creamy non-dairy ‘alfredo’ sauce that you’ll want to put on everything from veggies to pasta. And all of the components (sauce, spaghetti squash, and chicken) can be prepped ahead … Read More The post Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Squash with Bacon and Asparagus appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

Need a delicious and hearty pasta in under 20 minutes? This Simple Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta is your go-to and it’s a crowd-pleaser. Add a protein of your choice, or enjoy it on the side since this pasta dish is rich in carbohydrates. Hello, blood sugar balance! Tomatoes are really the star of this recipe, and here’s why: they’re a major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. They are also a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K. Stripped Antioxidants: Tomatoes are a major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Antioxidants in tomatoes protect the bones, liver, kidneys, bloodstream. They may also work to reduce the damage to fat in cell membranes or within the bloodstream. Vitamins & Minerals: Tomatoes are also a great source of vitamin C, potassium, ...

Learning to play with seasonings and spices will give you the confidence you need to create any dish you please. The basics of cooking rely upon a good understanding of seasoning and spices. Knowing when to use seasoning, which spices to choose and when enough is the key to cooking success. Seasonings and spices have the ability to transform any dish. When you have the knowledge and the skill to turn something plain and regular into an exciting, delicious dish, there’s no stopping you in the kitchen. Here we’ll teach you the ins and outs of spices and seasonings! Importance of Spices and Seasonings How many times have you made a big, healthy meal, taken the first bite and thought to yourself, “well, this just tastes like a bland pile of ingredients.” I promise you’re not the only one! It’s the combination of seasonings and spices that turns a bland pile of ingredients into a delicious meal. They intensify the existing flavors and introduce exciting new ones. Difference Between ...

The Dangers Of Aspartame I intend to scare you all with this post :P. Reading the title you might think that you don’t eat aspartame, so you need not read further. Do you eat/drink any of these ?  Yoghurt(Drinkable/Fat Free/Sugar Free) Sugar-free products (Chocolate Syrup/Cookies/Ketchup/Pies) Jams and jellies Chewing Gum Flavored Syrups for Coffee Frozen Ice Flavored Water Products Frozen Ice Cream Novelties Fruit Spreads Gelatin, Sugar Free Iced Tea(Powder/Ready to Drink) Ice cream Toppings Hard Candies Ice Creams(No Sugar or Sugar Free) Instant Cocoa Mix Chewing Gum Breath Mints Cereals Carbonated Soft Drinks(Diet sodas) Nutritional Bars Protein Nutritional Drinks Pudding Juice Drinks Maple Syrups Juice Drinks Maple Syrups Now that you are convinced that you consume Aspartame in one or the other food item, let’s go ahead. What is Aspartame ? Aspartame is 200 times sweeter than sugar – is made of 50 percent phenylalanine, 40 percent aspartic ...

Up your grilling game with The Ultimate BBQ Rub: a mix between a marinade and dry rub—it’s a wet rub. Adding just a little oil and lime juice to the spices makes a flavorful paste that really sticks to the meat. It’s great for pork, chicken, beef, and seafood! This smoky and sweet BBQ Rub … Read More The post The Ultimate BBQ Rub (Wet Rub) appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

Five ingredients and a few minutes of your time is all it takes to make this easy and healthy Avocado Green Sauce – an easy and delicious way to add flavor to any meal! Made with fresh herbs and garlic. Turn a mediocre meal into something scrumptious with this healthy and easy Avocado Green Sauce. A … Read More The post Easy Avocado Green Sauce appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

Whether you’re looking to eat more plant-based, whole foods or you’re looking to fully transition to eating a vegetarian or vegan diet, we can all benefit from eating a diet that’s abundant in plants! A plant-based diet is comprised of natural, real ingredients that are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and nutrients to nourish your body from the inside out. Maintaining a whole-food, plant-based diet reduces your chances of developing chronic disease, increases your overall health and well-being while also benefiting the environment. In this guide, we’re sharing the knowledge and tips you need to easily incorporate more of these powerful plant-based foods into your meals! What Does it Mean to Eat a Plant-Based Diet (and is there anything you can’t eat)? A plant-based diet focuses on whole foods and the base of diet is, well, plants! It doesn’t have mean you’re “vegan” or any other label (unless you want it to). Plant-based diets, or those centered around plants, can look di...

Are you at a risk of osteoporosis ? Osteoporosis in simple terms is the condition that weakens your bones making them prone to breaking. It is often known as a silent disease because it shall show no symptoms other than actually breaking a bone. The easy targets are the bones in the hip,backbone and the wrist. The bones become weaker because osteoporosis causes the spaces in the honeycomb like structure in the bones to grow larger and bones get weaker as a result.  Risk factors in Osteoporosis Usually old age is associated with weaker bones, however it can occur to anyone. Though women are however at a higher risk. The risk of osteoporosis increases with the age. Some factors that increase the chances of getting osteoporosis include: family history, breaking a bone after 50, having an early menopause, smoking, having a small body frame.  Osteopenia It is a warning sign which means that the bone loss has started. But here, in this condition, you still have a cha...