The demand for exotic fruits and vegetables from all around the world has increased gradually over the years. Supermarkets are expanding their collection of the same to attract more and more customers. Many fruits and vegetables which are not in season are also made available, much to the consumers delight. Continue reading
Diabetes also known as Diabetes Mellitus, is a condition where the blood sugar or blood glucose levels in the blood are too high. It is a non communicable disease and is caused by various factors which may be either genetic, an autoimmune condition, sedentary lifestyle, being overweight, unhealthy eating habits, tobacco use, stress, etc. Continue reading
The terms, Dietitian and Nutritionist, are often used by many in place of each other. There is a lot of overlap in what nutritionists and dieticians do and study and the 2 terms are used interchangeably. However, in reality they are not identical neither are they synonyms. Continue reading
Apart from the resting metabolism and energy expenditure during physical activity, the body also burns calories every time you eat. This is referred to as the Thermic Effect of Food ( TEF), or the Thermogenic Effect of Food. Continue reading
Keeping your body hydrated is crucial for health and well-being. “Drink a lot of water”, has been a long standing advice. This is simply because many people do not consume enough water on a daily basis. Continue reading
Sugar cravings and Junk food cravings are a dieters worst enemy. Nearly everyone has felt food cravings at some point. Continue reading
Most people hear the word Cholesterol and think it to be something bad for the body. The reality is more complex and cholesterol is not as bad as it is made out to be. If so, the liver would not be producing 80% of the body’s cholesterol. Continue reading
