Healthy eating

Love caffeine but worried about consuming too much? Switch to green coffee instead

Rich antioxidant: Green coffee beans are rich in antioxidant, and takes care of our overall health. 

Aug 01, 2017, 17:25 PM IST

Peanut butter: How you can strengthen its health benefits by adding it to your diet!

With increasing awareness about super foods and their health benefits, peanut butter has now made its way to most Indian households. It is rich in proteins, energy, carbohydrates and good fat.

Jul 31, 2017, 15:57 PM IST

Men, take note! Excessive sugar intake may lead to anxiety, depression

Eating too many sweets may make men anxious and depressed, thereby increasing the risk of common mental disorders.

Jul 30, 2017, 19:12 PM IST

Combat obesity and memory decline – drink green tea!

Adding more health benefits to the list, researchers have claimed that green tea may help combat memory impairment, insulin resistance and obesity.

Jul 29, 2017, 13:00 PM IST

83 percent parents in India put their trust in almonds as the best snack for their kids!

The survey, led by market research company Ipsos, found that 94 percent of mothers in both Tier I and II cities, rank "almonds specifically" as the healthiest form of snacking. 

Jul 28, 2017, 17:52 PM IST

Want to improve your gut health and digestion? Start consuming half a cup of walnuts daily!

Researchers said that one should increase the amount of probiotic bacteria to improve gut health and ward off risks of heart and brain disease as well as cancer.

Jul 26, 2017, 23:18 PM IST

Soaked almonds – Why they are better than the raw version and their health benefits

As it turns out, choosing between soaked almonds and raw almonds isn't just a matter of taste, it's about picking the healthier option.

Jul 22, 2017, 15:50 PM IST

Want to lose that fat around your belly? Having a big breakfast daily might help!

The findings showed that people who ate more than three meals daily and made dinner their largest meal were at the risk of developing a higher BMI -- associated with increased of risks of various diseases.

Jul 21, 2017, 19:45 PM IST

Dangerous chemicals detected in macaroni and cheese powder

A new study found high concentrations of potentially dangerous chemicals known as phthalates in the macaroni and cheese powder.

Jul 17, 2017, 11:08 AM IST

Didn't know the importance of nutrition when I started playing: Sachin

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar says that he had no knowledge that how important is nutrition when he started playing and only realised when he lost a game because of lack of nutritional intake.

Jul 15, 2017, 00:12 AM IST

Making healthy food choices occasionally can increase your life span, says study!

The report in the New England Journal of Medicine is the first to show that improving diet quality over at least a dozen years is associated with lower total and cardiovascular mortality.

Jul 14, 2017, 17:09 PM IST

Coffee – Health benefits, why you shouldn't drink it first thing in morning

While coffee has its fair share of health benefits, the idea of replacing that tall glass of water with coffee first thing in the morning may not be the best way to do so. 

Jul 12, 2017, 10:54 AM IST

Eyeing that donut? Your food choice may reveal struggle to resist temptation!

Researchers from Ohio State University in Columbus, USA watched in real time as people’s hands revealed the struggle they were under to choose the long-term goal over short-term temptation.

Jul 09, 2017, 19:12 PM IST

By just smelling food, you can become fat

The result suggests that the odour of what we eat may play an important role in how the body deals with calories. 

Jul 06, 2017, 17:00 PM IST

Monsoon is here! Say 'No' to these food items for a healthy rainy season

Although they contain all essential nutrients your body needs, it's best to avoid leafy greens at least during the monsoons.

Jun 30, 2017, 12:04 PM IST

Avola almonds: The secret to a fitter, healthier you! - Here's why they are good for daily consumption

From its superfood properties to its sustainability, Avola almond can help in filling the lost protein and fiber in your body to the fitter you.

Jun 26, 2017, 17:28 PM IST

Parents, take note: Do you give your child non-cow milk? It could affect their height!

The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that each daily cup of non-cow's milk consumed was associated with 0.4 centimeters (0.15 inches) lower height than average for a child's age.

Jun 25, 2017, 14:35 PM IST

'Good' fat diet reduces gut bacteria, symptoms of Crohn's disease

In the new study, a diet of plant-derived "good" fats, including coconut oil or cocoa butter, drastically reduced bacterial diversity in mice with Crohn's-like disease.

Jun 23, 2017, 13:38 PM IST

This is why you should include fish in your diet!

A new study has revealed that one should eat fish twice a week because it is good for health and also helps to relieve the symptoms of arthritis.

Jun 22, 2017, 00:16 AM IST

Coconut oil not as healthy as thought? US experts say it's 'as unhealthy as beef fat and butter'!

The mixture of fats in coconut oil has led many to believe that it still provides a healthier option, but the AHA has stated a lack of 'good-quality evidence' in support of the fact.

Jun 18, 2017, 09:29 AM IST