Fats are one of the macronutrients required by the human body and it is the most calorie-dense of all the macronutrients. And consuming healthy fats in moderation is beneficial for the human body in many ways. Here is an analysis of the four types of fats that are commonly found in our foods. Monounsaturated Fats: …
A cheat meal is a one-time, planned break from a weight loss routine where there is a choice to eat feel-good foods that are not part of that diet. A cheat day is the same, allowed for an entire day. A refeed phase in a weight loss routine involves a period where there is a …
How many times have you had this tussle with your parents all your life only to hear them declare – breakfast is the most important meal of the day! It ended pretty much the same way in my house too. I would get my frown on, my spoon out and munch through my tiffin without …
Nuts as a healthy snack – When you are advised to stay away from food which is high in calorie count, it does not include nuts. Nuts are not an unhealthy junk food. Nuts are dense in calories but are one of the best snacks available with a high concentration of healthy fats, protein and …
Revisiting the good stuff – The Indian context India has never been short on the production of fruits and vegetables. India’s consumption of fruits and vegetables is well below the global average. Surprisingly, consumption of these healthy foods is not dependent on the average household income. Since India is an agrarian country, rural families have …
Alpha control in your diet! Be it festival season or a midnight night snack, there is always a voice in my head jockeying for control. The voice always seems to say things like, “One more jamun never hurt anyone! Go on, just take it!” Or like, “You can just doanother rep in the morning, add …
