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6 Golden Uses of Honey, You Wish You’d Known Before
The health and nutrition of honey is of course buzz worthy. Rightfully known as a super food, honey cleanses, energises and repairs the body.
We bring you 6 ways, that honey can be a real game-changer in your life. If you don’t feel you need to worry about any of these, and you’re fit as a fiddle, you can always just dig into a bottle of honey anyway. It’s SUPER delicious!
1) A Sore Throat Saviour
This age-old sore throat remedy is one for the books! Its antibacterial properties reduce sore throat swelling, by drawing water out of the inflamed tissues.
We bring you just the right proportions so you can put it to good use:
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon juice
2. A Toothache Buster
Honey can give you a dental pain relief in just a day. The paste of cinnamon and honey reduces the dull achy pains. It can considerably help reduce inflammation as the build-up of bacteria begins to slowly disintegrate.
All you need is:
- tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey
3) A Natural Sleep Remedy
A spoonful of honey before bed-time can you give that much sought after sound sleep. Did you know, it helps release melatonin which ensures a restorative sleep pattern?
All you need is:
- tsp before bed
4) A Sinus Cleanser
Honey – the real liquid gold, holds antibacterial properties that can work wonders for sinuses. It basically, has the property of killing bacteria that causes the Sinusitis, thus, clearing up your nasal pathways considerably.
And all you need is:
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
5) A Secret Detox Drink
Thinking of giving your body a break from the fast life and irregular routines? A honey detox is a pretty good go-to option. It normalizes the digestion process and strengthens the immune system. Best consumed in the morning and evening.
All you need is:
- Cup Herbal Tea
- 1-2 tsp Honey
6) A Pre-Workout Game Changer
This is a sweet go-to option and acts as a natural energy super-food. Having some honey before your workout helps release glycogen into the blood in a slow and steady way, thus, keeping fatigue at bay
All you need is:
- 1-2 tbsp honey
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Are these 8 foods really worth the indulgence?
Holiday season has its downside.
The weight gain is evident, and there is no avoiding it. We join gyms, move around a lot more, and eat salads for lunch! Basically, experiment with anything and everything in order to shake off those guilty binge-eating moments!
But does this kind of erratic workout really help? Unfortunately, no. But don’t fret, there are ways you can burn off those unwanted calories.
It’s time to kick it up a notch!
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So, keep these in mind, and get started already!
Food Fact Files to Swear by
It’s no rocket science that our body needs a daily amount of nutrition without fail. But how many of us can tell the difference between good food and bad? We’re afraid this isn’t what is known as common knowledge. To help you understand the difference between different foods, we have listed down a few facts here-
DAILY NUTRITIONAL REQUIREMENT
| WOMEN | MEN | |
| CALORIES | 2000 | 2900 |
| PROTEIN | 50gm | 63gm |
| FAT | 65gm | 88gm |
| CARBS | 300gm | 410gm |
| FIBER | 30gm | 30gm |
WHAT WE NEED
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Protein – meats, pulses, fish, cheese, tofu, beans, lentils, yogurt, eggs, nuts, and seeds.
Fat – avocados, cheese, butter, ghee, eggs, nuts, seeds, oil
Carbs – oats, potatoes, bread, multi grain cereal, rice
Fiber- fruits, beans, tomatoes, bananas, chapattis
WHAT WE EAT
Samosa (one piece) : 308 cal : 18gm fat , 9mg cholesterol
Pizza : 266 cal : 10g fat, 17mg cholesterol *
Ice Cream : 207 cal : 11mg fat, 44mg cholesterol *
BANANA : 100 cal : 3mg fat, 0mg cholesterol *
OATS : 100 cal : 3mg fat, 0mg cholesterol *
But who ever said, eating in moderation was wrong?
So eat smart, eat right and smile regularly!
7 Struggles You Face When You Try to be Healthy
It’s festive season and staying away from delicious-albeit unhealthy-food is definitely a challenge. Here are a few struggles that we’re sure you can relate with
1. Picking the ‘healthier’ option from an unhealthy choice
Sweets or fried food? What could possibly be a healthier option when these are exactly the types of food you are trying to stay away from?
2. Forcing yourself to keep a track on your calorie intake during the day
What could be worse than limiting your diet and having to keep a watch on your calorie intake? Absolutely nothing! It’s a real nightmare when you realize you’re missing out on so much good food!
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3. When you feel guilty for having eaten more than one…of every food item
The guilt does not go away. You end up feeling horrible for the rest of the day and feel like you need to work on your self control.
4. Reminding yourself of the amount you need to exercise after the festivities end
Going to the gym every morning is a task. When you realize how much you’ve excessively eaten, you realize that it’s going to be a challenge to lose all those calories.
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5. Watching everyone else eat all the food you are craving
If you thought not being able to eat your favorite food was bad, watching everyone else eat it is even worse. When you are trying to be healthy, this is probably the biggest sacrifice you will have to make.
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6. Finding boring alternatives to your favourite dishes
The best way to have your cake and eat it too, is to find a healthy alternative to your favourite dish. It definitely won’t be the same, but worth a try.
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7. Not having much choice at parties
So when you are on a diet, you really can’t eat much at parties. Unfortunately, food at parties does not generally cater to your diet and you’re left with almost nothing to eat!
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But we believe in you! With a positive attitude and some determination, you can break the unhealthy barriers and join our Green Revolution!
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7 Summer Foods To Beat The Heat
With the temperatures touching 40 in the month of April, it’s hard to imagine what the terrifying month of May has in store for us. With humidity levels reaching an all time high, it has been a tough month dealing with low energy levels, dehydration and fatigue. It’s imperative to note that it’s not just the liquids that have an effect on our body temperatures; eating the right food will also help you maintain your body temperature this summer. Allow us to help you with 7 food items that you must include in your diet this season –
Lemons:
A simple glass of the good old nimboo paani is all that you need to stay cool this summer. Not only does this tasty drink keep you hydrated, but also has a bunch of health benefits. A chilled glass on a hot summer afternoon is all that it takes to regulate your body temperature and bring your energy level back to normal.
Curd:
Have it as buttermilk, lassi, raita or simply eat it straight out of a bowl, curd is the perfect coolant for your stomach this summer. If you face problems with your digestive system especially in the summer (the heat waves tend to get to you!) opt for a bowl of curd after lunch. You can also add fruits to make some lip- smacking desserts!
Melons:
Not only are melons tasty, they also help maintain your hydration level. Did you know a melon was made up of 90% water? So next time you’re hungry this summer, opt for some healthy snacking with almost zero calories with these melons.
Coconut water:
Loaded with proteins, cooling agents, sugars and electrolytes, coconut water helps keep your body hydrated. Did you know it’s also a source of anti-ageing elements?
Cucumber:
Another healthy option (with zero calories!) this summer is the cucumber. If you’re not much of a water drinker, eat a few slices of cucumber- it’ll fill you up AND cool down your body.
Mint:
We Indians love mint- we put it in raita, biryani, curries, chutneys and a lot more. And what better time to have this in your diet than the hot summers, when you’re craving for a refreshing taste?
Onions:
Eat a lot of onions this summer. They are especially great at preventing sunstrokes. Add them to dips, raitas, curries, salads and chutneys to help keep you cool. Did you also know that the red onions could be used to fight allergies?