Author: Dr. Priyanka Marakini
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Cholesterol: 6 myths that need to be busted
The human body contains wax-like substances called cholesterol. They are found in blood cells throughout the body. The liver produces this substance that plays a major role in digestion. However, having too much of it in the blood is detrimental for health as it blocks the arteries in the body and leads to peripheral artery…
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Vitamin B12 Foods: The 10 Best Natural Sources that you need to be eating
Vitamin B12, also known as Cobalamin, is amongst the most complex and largest vitamins known to humans. It is essential for an active metabolism and proper functioning of the brain. Deficiency of the vitamin can lead to various health complications such as fatigue, depression, megaloblastic anaemia, brain damage, nerve damage, etc. What makes Vitamin B12…
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Keto Diet: Six pointers one must follow
Ketogenic diets, popularly referred to as keto diet, have been heavily researched for years. Many people believe that fats wreak havoc on one’s diet plans. However, a keto diet recommends a combination of high fat, adequate protein, and less/no carbohydrates. This changes the way energy is consumed in the body. This leads to your body…
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Indian Foods: The good, the bad and the ugly
Food prepared across India is as diverse as the country itself. Influences of soil type, climate, culture, ethnic groups, and occupations are evident in the various cuisines across the country. For example, Middle Eastern and Central Asian influences, from the Mughal rule, are still seen in North Indian cuisine. Similarly, the food in different parts…
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To Cheat or Not to Cheat – The everlasting dilemma of having a cheat meal
Is it cheat day yet? That’s a question you should be asking yourself. You may say that no nutrition expert in their right mind will ask you to look forward to your cheat meal. As we all know, the cheat meal route is a very slippery slope. This reminds me of the slogan used by…