Is brown bread, a healthy option ?
Browning of bread can be due to molasses (sugar) in it. Bread cannot be made using complete wheat flour, it will definitely have a considerable proportion of refined flour too. So check label before you buy. If it has more than 80% whole grains & no chemicals or preservatives you can go for it. Though […]
Can I eat rice at night time?
You can make your rice healthier by adding lots of vegetables (pulao) or you can use it as a Cereal + Pulse combination by mixing rice with any pulses. Also ensure that you don’t over eat rice on a weight loss diet. 1/2 katori rice is equivalent to one Chapati but satiety value is low. […]
Is apple cider vinegar good?
Animal studies have found that acetic acid may promote fat loss in several ways. It can reduce fat storage, increase fat burning, reduce appetite and improve blood sugar and insulin response. Apple cider vinegar helps promote fullness in part due to delayed stomach emptying. This may naturally lead to lower calorie intake. However, this could […]
How to handle craving for ice cream?
Eat fruits based ice-cream, made at home, as a mini-meal, not immediately after the meal. Take these as mid day meal. Ice cream is an energy-dense food and has a high content of carbohydrates, sugar, and fat. Since it is often eaten as a dessert, ice cream can add a lot of extra calories to […]
How to handle craving for Pizza/Burger?
Prefer home-made versions. Try to make it healthier versions. Choose whole wheat pizza base / bun. Add variety of fresh seasonal vegetables. Opt for low calorie dressing (hung curd dip, hummus, ketchup, salsa, BBQ sauce, mustard sauce). Choose healthier cooking method, for eg instead of deep frying the tikki opt for baking method. These healthier […]
