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21Jun 2019 by Babi Ghosh

8 Best Fruits for Diabetes Patients to Control Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic health concern that can easily be managed by practicing healthy eating and healthy lifestyle habits. Getting up early, going for walk, jogging etc and leading active lifestyle can be highly effective in managing diabetes. Similarly, eating whole wheat, oatmeal, fresh fruits and vegetables, beans, and lentils etc are considered to be the best foods for diabetes patients that help control diabetes effectively. There is a lot of confusion about whether diabetic patients should eat fruits or not? The simple answer is yes because there are many healthy fruits for diabetes patients that can help prevent and control diabetes. (more…)

21May 2019 by Babi Ghosh

Best Fruits and Vegetables to Cool Your Body in Summer

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Summer has already hit hard in many parts of the world including here in India. The temperature is soaring abnormally high in many places in India and the excessive humidity is making things harder for all of us. And one of the biggest challenges for all of us in summer season is to protect ourselves from the heat wave. Apart from taking all possible precautions, you can beat the heat by eating summer friendly foods like fruits, vegetables etc. (more…)

12Mar 2019 by Babi Ghosh

14 Best Homemade Workout Energy Drinks Recipes You Must Try

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We all know that during workouts, we sweat a lot and so it is necessary for us to drink a lot of water and fluid to stay hydrated. If we don’t consume fluid like healthy energy drinks then our body may get dehydrated, and we may face several health problems like, have muscle cramps, feel too much drained out and dizzy etc. There is no doubt about the significance of drinking water during workout (and at other times), but if you feel that simply drinking water is enough, then you may be wrong, because during the workouts, your body also loses many essential electrolytes like calcium, sodium, magnesium etc. (more…)

15May 2018 by Babi Ghosh

9 Fruits with Highest Water Content Worth Eating This Summer

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Eating fruits with highest water content and drinking plenty of water is crucial during the summer to replenish fluids lost due to excessive sweating. Lack of water, followed by excessive sweating may lead to dehydration. Some of the telltale signs of dehydration are dry mouth, muscle cramps, dizziness, lightheadedness and headache. If you do not nip dehydration in the bud, it might lead to something fatal like heat stroke or kidney failure. Along with drinking enough water, it is necessary to consume fruits with high water content to maintain your body’s fluid balance. There are a lot of fruits available exclusively during the summer for this exact reason. And if you are wondering about which summer fruits to eat in summer, then read on this post. Today I am sharing…

23Apr 2018 by Babi Ghosh

7 Super Fruits You Should Include in Your Diet to Detox

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There are a few fruits that particularly help you to get rid of the wastes and toxins from your body. They keep your digestive system working in optimal condition, while regularly flushing out the harmful toxins from our body. Fruits rich in roughage or dietary fibers are distinctly useful when it comes to detox. Nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin A with their anti-inflammatory properties are convenient when you are going through a detox routine. Detoxing your body not only keep diseases away but also helps you lose weight and delay ageing. And if you are not sure about which fruits to add in your diet to detox, then here’s the post worth checking. Today in this post, I am going to talk about 7 of the best super fruits that…

27Feb 2018 by Babi Ghosh

15 Surprising Health Benefits of Eating Sweet Potatoes Everyday

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Sweet potatoes are very delicious, healthy and are easy to cook and that’s what makes it my favorite snack. From casseroles to pies and fries, sweet potatoes dishes are myriad and delicious. And if you are looking for a magical, healthy and delicious staple food that can be cooked quickly and easily, you got to choose sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are rich in Vitamin A, omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrate and contain various other essential nutrients. Some of the health benefits of eating sweet potatoes include its ability to protect against cancer, treat inflammation, bronchitis, arthritis pain, dehydration, diabetes control and improved digestion. Baked sweet potatoes are my favorite weekend snacks and if you have not included it in your diet, then maybe you should. Today in this post, I am…

15Feb 2018 by Babi Ghosh

Surprising Health Benefits of Pineapple – Infertility to Immunity

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Pineapple is a delicious fruit that is dense with nutrients. It is low in calories and is used globally as a cure for various health disorders including indigestion, infertility, allergies, immunity etc. Pineapple is among my favorite fruits because I love its sweet and sour taste, and it’s loaded with essential minerals and nutrients like dietary fiber and fatty acids. I am sure you have had pineapple some time or the other, but did you know about the various health benefits of pineapple? If you love eating pineapple and wondering about the health benefits of pineapple, then here’s the post worth checking. Today, in this post, I am sharing the top 13 surprising health benefits of pineapple and why it’s worth eating. (more…)

02Feb 2018 by Babi Ghosh

List of Top 40 Fruits and Vegetables and Their Respective Health Benefits

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As per modern research, the health benefits of various fruits and vegetables are undeniable. Starting from gifting you with a good digestive system to boosting your cardiovascular health to taking care of your bones, teeth, eyes, skin etc, the gifts that the various fruits and vegetables bestow on us certainly are innumerable. I personally was not a very big fan of eating fruits and vegetables and was more interested in the non-veg spicy items, but once I had the maturity to understand what is good or bad for health, I started eating more and more fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. This is why I thought of compiling a detailed post about various health benefits of different fruits and vegetables. I have jotted down the list of top 40…

05Jan 2018 by Babi Ghosh

Health Benefits of Corn: Rich in Fiber, Protein and Antioxidants

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Have you ever munched on popcorns while watching a movie? Surely, you have! I mean, who hasn’t eaten popcorn in a movie theatre, right? Now, besides being tasty and an unsubstitutable better half of a movie, did you know about the several health benefits of corn? Well, eating corn is considered to be very healthy. Granted, the popcorns in multiplexes sometimes contain unhealthy fats and spices, but if you purchase low-sodium zero trans-fat popcorn from a store then it will definitely be a healthy snack for you. (more…)

02Jan 2018 by Babi Ghosh

19 Detox Water Recipes for Belly Fat That’ll Help You Get Slimmer in 2018

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Detox water is a recent phenomenon that caught on due to its repeated mentions in the social media. You can even find certain celebrities tweeting or posting on instagram about detox water recipes. Detox water is, basically, water infused with fruits or vegetables that is considered healthy for your body. It flushes out the toxins and cleanses your overall systems. Drinking detox water is probably one of the easiest ways to lose extra fat. It is believed that detox water temporarily increases the metabolic rate of the body, which in turn burns more calories. It is also beneficial to improve your digestive health and to boost your immune system. If you are working to get rid of belly fat, then try some of these detox water recipes for belly fat…