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Pradnya Padhye

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Red Smoothie

Eating raw vegetables and fruits is the easiest way to ensure good intake of vitamins and anti-oxidants. This Red Smoothie made from tomato, carrot, pumpkin, beet root and apple is a very good source of lycopene, fibre and many more micro-nutrients. It is not only loaded with anti-oxidants but also has a host of disease…

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10 Diet Tips to a Healthier You

Every new year brings with it new hopes, new opportunities and a chance to rediscover yourself. Good health makes you feel happy, confident and positive. Discipline and commitment to exercise are vital to a healthy body. However, managing your DIET plays an even bigger role. Sharing 10 simple, easy-to-implement steps to help you in your journey…

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Green Smoothie

Mint, Basil, Betel, Coriander, Spinach leaves are a good source of anti-oxidants. They are also a good source of chlorophyll which is known to promote the process of healing in human body. A combination of different varieties of leaves makes this smoothie even more nutritious. The cucumber helps to tone down the pungent flavour of…

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Veg Shepherd’s Pie

Soya bean is a plant-based source of protein. It is available in various forms such as beans, nuggets, granules, tofu, milk, etc. Described below is a vegetarian version of the Shepherd’s Pie (which is usually made of minced lamb or mutton) using soya granules. Ingredients: Soya Granules – 100 gms (1 cup) Onion – 100 gms (1 big…

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Sleep Well to Stay Lean

A recent report by FitBit reveals that “India is one of the most sleep deprived country”. Another study states that 32% Mumbaikars sleep past mid-night. Many of us can relate to this fact. Justifications around this fact can be many including long working hours, long travel time to workplace, helping children with their studies or…

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Dry Bhel

Kurmura / Murmura (puffed rice) is to rice, what pop corn is to corn. Rice kernels are heated under high pressure in the presence of steam in a sand-filled oven to prepare kurmura. Dry Bhel is a commonly consumed form of puffed rice. This fat-free low-calorie snack is spicy, tangy and delicious. Ingredients: Kurmura – 2 cups Onion…

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Pulse Dosa

Food and Agriculture Organisation of the UN had declared 2016 as the international year of pulses. Apart from being low in fat, cholesterol free, low in gluten, they also have a low GI (glycemic index). This is good for diabetes and weight loss. Pulses are high in protein and are an excellent source of fibre. Ingredients: Green…

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