Archive Month: November 2020
JUNK FOODS, THEIR HARMFUL EFFECTS AND HOW TO READ FOOD LABELS
Junk food is food that contains high levels of fat, salt, sugar and energy and lacks nutrients such as fibre, vitamins and minerals. Junk food is called junk because it is harmful for our health if we take it in excess. EXAMPLES OF JUNK FOOD Cakes, Biscuits, Fast food such as burger, pizzas etc, Chocolates […]
ETHYLENE OXIDE IN SPICES- A WAKE UP CALL FOR FOOD SAFETY
As dieticians , we always prioritize the safety of our food. We promote healthy eating habits and ensure safety of food we consume. But what if we suddenly know that spices we are using daily in our foods to enhance the taste, for the betterment of our health, for that typical aroma that we need, […]
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10th. It is a global initiative to increase awareness about mental health and maximize efforts to support mental health services. World Mental Health Day signifies the importance of mental health and importance of supporting one another in the collective journey towards mental wellness. Mental Health […]
ALL ABOUT MORINGA
Moringa is also known as “Drumstick tree” or “Miracle tree” or “Horseradish tree”. Its scientific name is “Moringa Oleifera”. It is also called ‘Sahjan’ in Hindi. It is a fast growing, drought resistant tree. It is native to parts of Africa and Asia. Every part of the Moringa tree-leaves, pods, seeds, roots and flowers can […]
IMPORTANCE OF BALANCED DIET OVER HIGH PROTEIN DIET
Nowadays, there is so much hype of high protein diets. 70% of the clients that consult us at Neena’s Diet Clinic demand high protein diets. Very few of them are concerned about balanced diet. In recent years, the rise of high protein diets has gained substantial attention. They are often promoted for weight loss, muscle […]
CARBOHYDRATES: NOT VILLAINS, BUT VITAL
WHAT ARE CARBOHYDRATES? Carbohydrates are defined as polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones or substances that produce such compounds when hydrolyzed. Now, this is a scientific definition. In simpler terms, Carbohydrates are one of the major macronutrients along with Proteins and Fats. IS CARBOHYDRATE A VILLLIAN? Nowadays, people misunderstood carbohydrates as an enemy of healthy diet. We […]
Impact of glycemic response of Rice
Rice is a staple food of more than half of the world’s population. Scientific name of Rice is Oryza Sativa. The intake of rice has been linked to certain metabolic disorders such as predisposition of Type-2 diabetes particularly among Asians. Unlike unpolished brown rice, white rice lacks phytochemicals such as polyphenols, oryzanol, phytosterols, tocotrienols, tocopherols […]
TIPS FOR HAIR OILING AND INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
Hair oiling is an age old practice of putting oil onto hair and massaging it into the scalp to increase lustre, strength and softness. This practice has been used all over the world for centuries. It is also recommended in Ayurvedic medicine. To oil your hair effectively, oiling should be done using right techniques. If […]
THINGS TO STOCK IN YOUR KITCHEN FOR NUTRIENT DENSE FOODS
In today’s scenario, it is very important to follow a healthy diet and healthy lifestyle. To follow a healthy diet and healthy lifestyle, it is very important to stock healthy food in your kitchen so that you can have easy access to nutritious food. If you have healthy ingredients in stock, you can easily make […]
HIDDEN HUNGER OF DEVELOPING WORLD – HOW TO OVERCOME IT ?
WHAT IS HIDDEN HUNGER ? Hidden hunger is lack of vitamins and minerals. Hidden hunger occurs when the quality of food people eat does not meet their nutrient requirements, thus the food is deficient in micro nutrients such as vitamins and minerals that they need for their growth and development. About 2 billion people suffer […]
NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF MULBERRIES
Mulberry plant is a deciduous plant. It is a fast growing plant. It is widely distributed from temperate to subtropical regions. It is found almost in all states of India. Three types of Mulberries are: White Mulberry (Morus alba) Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) Mulberries are called Shehtoot in hindi. It is […]
TRADITIONAL FOODS OF INDIA AND ITS IMPORTANCE
Traditional foods are foods and dishes that are passed on through generations or which have been consumed for many generations. We have long history of use of traditional foods in India, over 5000 years. It is influenced by region, religion, traditions and culture. Over the years, food also undergoes major changes. It also undergoes evolution […]
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