Is there a right way to eat cucumber? Dietitian debunks common myths

Is there a right way to eat cucumber? Dietitian debunks common myths

Cucumber is a hydrating, cooling vegetable that is particularly beneficial during the summer months. A recent social media reel suggests that it should be eaten only in the morning, paired with rock salt, and avoided at night or when combined with curd. While such recommendations are rooted in traditional beliefs, it’s important to separate cultural … Read more

Chickpea husks are not waste; here’s why you should grind them into your sattu

Chickpea husks are not waste; here’s why you should grind them into your sattu

Chickpeas are a wonderful source of fibre and protein, but before you grind them into fine dust and make sattu powder out of it, hear us out. Instead of shelling chickpeas and throwing away the husks, next time grind your peas along with their brown outer covering. The ground chickpea husk dust is loaded with … Read more

What the temperature of your hands can reveal about your gut health

What the temperature of your hands can reveal about your gut health

Did you know your palms can share valuable insights about your tummy? Yes, you read that right. Deepalakshmi, a registered dietitian at Shree Balaji Medical Centre, Chennai, told indianexpress.com that the temperature of our hands may offer indirect yet meaningful insights into our gut health, particularly through its influence on circulation, thermoregulation, and autonomic nervous … Read more

Dietitian shares (secret) tips to eat Chinese food at restaurants to lose weight

Dietitian shares (secret) tips to eat Chinese food at restaurants to lose weight

If your weight loss goals are getting in the way of your Hakka noodles and dim sums, we have come to your rescue! You can stick to your weight loss journey and still enjoy your favourite Pan Asian cuisine without compromising on either. The secret? Just a few strategic choices. In conversation with Deepalakshmi, a … Read more