A good plan to keep your weight in check.

1.Many of us think that more we exercise/cycling/running or spinning ,more we lose. But the fact is spending numerous hours in cycling or running can adversely affect your metabolism thereby decreasing the amount of muscle you have.
2. Eating good proteins and fresh vegetables in every meal provide your body ample amino acid and fibre keep you satiated for long hours and reduces chances of nibbling on biscuit, namkeen, chips and all.
3. Make sure that you are drinking sufficient water. People often mistake thirst for hunger. Keeping yourself hydrated is a must.
4. If you really want to feel active and healthy throughout the day, a good sleep during night is a must. This is because good sleep helps recollect energy for next day activities.

SOME UNKNOWN FACTS ABOUT WEIGHT GAIN

Getting less than seven hours of a sleep at night has been linked to weight gain. But getting too much sleep is not good for your health. those people sleep more than 10 hours in a regular basis increase the body mass index of your body.

Many studies have proven those peoples tend to keep track of your weight every morning have better results than those who don’t track their weight at all.

Skip the excuses. Wake up early so that you don’t end up running late.Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It fills you with energy and stabilise glucose levels. Skipping breakfast can slow down your metabolism and produce harmful acids in the body which leads to acid reflex and acidity.

You get ready in the dark- let the sunshine in! Breathing in morning oxygen is good for your body. open your curtains and let in some fresh air. Getting ready in the dark makes you weight gain as your body does not register the fact that it needs to enhance your metabolism rate until it experiences some sunlight.

Haldi latte-A fad in west !

We always look for super food from west. But do you know Haldi has been used since ayurvedic age in India for its anti inflammatory and anti oxidant properties and now it has been recognised world wide. It’s a good source of iron, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, potassium and copper. Haldi can boost immunity and brain power.
Haldi improves digestion and it controls anxiety by releasing happy hormone while lowering stress hormone.

So,A pinch of haldi in hot milk if taken everyday can make your day healthy !

Child obesity- major concern

child obesity has been a growing concern among parents.Children have been seen engaged with their phones,laptops or electronics gadgets with no time for outdoor activities. This shift in lifestyle has really created major health issues in children.With activity level being zero and consumption of junk/high calorie food producing fatter future generation.This problem can be tackled by growing awareness among parents and children about food and health.

Here are few tips:

1.One should encourage children to participate in sports or outdoor games everyday.

2. Try making interesting healthy recipes for children at home.

3. Keep healthy and handy foods like ragi crackers with some interesting hungcurd or hummus dips/ home made bhel replacing waffles or chips or namkeen etc.

4.Replace carbonated and caffeinated beverages with home made lassi/chach/smoothies/nimbu pani/coconut water.

Coconut smoothie with anti ageing benefits

It is naturally refreshing and anti ageing drink. And it’s one of the natural drinks that come with nourishing and healing properties. It easily digested in the form of electrolytes and good option for summer season.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup fresh coconut water
1 cup fresh pineapple
1/2 teaspoon extra virgin coconut oil
1/2 cup water
1 lime for garnish (optional)

Method - add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth and enjoy.

Luscious mango( ripe) salad recipe

Get set ready to fill you fruit basket with mangoes.Though mangoes are sweet we can't underestimate its nutritive value.Its rich in fibre,vitamins and minerals.We can still relish mangoes without disturbing our healthy regime.you can replace one of your meal with this interesting, delicious mango salad and enjoy this summer fruit without letting yourself down.

But, remember too much is harmful, small is always a treat!

INGREDIENTS for serving 2
1 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 ripe mango, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large tomato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
½ cup lettuce leave

PREPARATION
Whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar is dissolved, then add oil, Add remaining ingredients and toss until coated

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slow down ageing

Do you know tea/coffee( without milk) and dark chocolates contains anti oxidants that slow down the process of ageing by preventing oxidation of fats? Anti oxidants are often called as anti ageing compounds as they protect from age related diseases,which are caused in part by free radicals and inflammation.

But remember tea/ coffee ( without milk) and dark chocolates should be consumed in limitation to get better results. Excess of these may cause acidity and other reverse health conditions.