Tag: health
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Foods rich in Carbohydrates that you must eat
Carbohydrates are amongst the most misunderstood nutrients. People tend to label them as calorie-rich foods which lead to obesity. Though it is true that excess consumption of carbohydrates leads to higher fat content in the body. However, if consumed in regulated quantities, the benefits to be reaped from carbohydrates are also significant. They are considered…
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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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This 28-year-old businesswoman shed her post-pregnancy weight in less than a year!
It was September 2017. Ishav Mehta found herself a few months into motherhood and struggling with the sudden weight gain that comes with it. A self-proclaimed ‘health freak’, Ishav was hurt to find out that she weighed 67 kg. “While being blessed with a baby girl is the best thing that has happened to me,…
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“I started feeling a lot more confident” – How putting #HerHealthFirst made the difference
Following the birth of her child in 2014, Angel Brendan weighed 103 kg and was a borderline diabetic. While she managed to drop a few kilos with time, she found herself facing another obstacle soon enough. The dreaded weight loss plateau. Still weighing a not-so-healthy 91 kg, she realized her methods had to change. When…
