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Thursday, August 27, 2020

August 27, 2020

Eat This, Not That - Breakfast Food Tips

Most Unhealthy Breakfast: Do not eat them at breakfast, these 5 fried fast foods are the worst for health


Not only the country, these 5 foods are the most unhealthy breakfasts in the world. Sometimes you can eat in fun time, the more you stay the better.


Things like pancakes, fried beans and sauces cannot be called a healthy breakfast to start the day. Now you will feel that if they do not eat, what will they eat… because their taste makes the day! There is no doubt that all these things look very tasty. But their taste can spoil our health by eating them at the beginning of the day…

Fried Chicken - One is still Corona era, so it is better to stay away from meat. But chicken should not be used in breakfast even on normal days. There is no doubt that chicken is an excellent source of protein. But during the course of preparing the chicken, it mixes a lot of fat and salt.



- As the chicken is deep fried, it is soaked in a batter. In this process, the quantity of both salt and oil in the chicken is very high. After eating so much oily and salty breakfast, you hardly feel energetic.

Matty Pizza - Not all pizzas are good for health. But pizza is not even healthy food to be eaten for breakfast. Among them, especially Matty Pizza Because it contains too many calories.


Cheese, toppings, etc. are used in preparing Matty pizza. Those who work to give extra calories to the body. So you can test this food at any other time of the day, that too sometimes. Believe it there is nothing more nutritious than the Indian plate.

Forget BMT - Nothing can be said about the name of fast food, but what is the name of this 'Big Meat Thing' aka BMT, we cannot say anything. Yes, if we can tell you something concretely about it, then please do not eat it for breakfast.


- Because a large amount of salt is used to prepare 'Big Meat Thing'. Fat is also present in it. If you start the day with this, then your body needs as much salt and fat as it needs throughout the day. Half of it will be filled from it. But it will only cheat your body in terms of nutrition!

Chocolate Bluebeard Beverages - If you always ask for breakfast from outside, then keep in mind that it is better to drink simple coffee than to buy chocolate blueberry beverages. Because the amount of sugar and fat in these drinks is equal to your one time meal.


However, shortly after taking these drinks you may feel hungry again. Even if you do not feel hungry, you will not get satisfaction like food. In this case, you will only take extra calories on craving.

Cheese Burger-Wow! Start salivating after hearing the name. But keep this taste wave to enjoy in the evening snacks or occasional fun times. Eating a burger at breakfast means filling your stomach with high fat and sugar.


-If you often ignore your health and enjoy a delicious burger at breakfast, then take care, soon heart disease can knock on your threshold.


Energetic Breakfast: body will remain cool all day, take any one of these things in breakfast

Know here what you should eat in breakfast in this monsoon season that will give you energy for the whole day and keep your mood happy.


In the humid rainy season, it is common to have cold and sometimes hot. There are many physical and mental troubles in this color changing season. Therefore, it is important that while going to work, we should eat something from home so that our body remains cool throughout the day and seasonal viruses and bacteria cannot attack us. Come, here we know about such food items, by eating breakfast, our body and mind remain calm throughout the day…

Eat sprouts in the morning
-You can eat sprouts in the morning in breakfast or before breakfast or between breakfast and lunch. Sprouts prepared with green moong and desi gram will provide coolness to both your body and mind.



You can add finely chopped onions, boiled potato pieces, tomato sauce, salt, etc. to increase the taste of sprouts. This will not make you boring. That is, both taste and health will also get together.

Gulkand freshness
- Gulakanda prepared with rose flower petals, honey and sugar is as much enamored with its fragrance and taste as it is for our body.


Gulkand protects our body from fatigue and lethargy, besides keeping us from the problem of winter-heat. It increases the secretion of Happy Hormones in our brain and helps to keep our mood fresh throughout the day. You can have Gulkand with milk for breakfast. Keep in mind, when taking milk or any milk-made substance for breakfast, do not take salt together. With milk-gulkand, you can eat fruit, pestle etc. in breakfast.

Barley water and flour
-You can use barley flour for breakfast. For this, mix a little barley flour in your wheat flour and prepare rotis, puris or parathas. Along with this, you can also use barley water in the morning.


For this, take barley as required and mix it in water and cook on low flame for 20 to 30 minutes. After turning off the gas, let the water cool down. Then filter this water. Drink a few drops of black salt and lemon in cold water. If you do this 2-3 times in a week, you will still get benefit.

 Pineapple
- The aroma of pineapple makes the mood fresh. Also increases hunger. This fruit is like a medicine for our digestive system. It also works to give energy to the body. If you take 1 glass of pineapple juice half an hour after breakfast or between breakfast and lunch. So it will keep you fresh and light throughout the day.




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Saturday, July 18, 2020

July 18, 2020

80 Delicious, Affordable Foods to Try

A Healthy Diet Doesn't Have to Break the Bank: Here Are 80 Delicious, Affordable Foods to Try Today



Following a healthy diet is a goal many of us aspire to, but anyone who’s ever tried knows that it’s easier said than done. Planning meals and resisting cravings is tough, as is finding cheap, healthy food … or is it?
Believe it or not, there are tons of cheap healthy food options out there that will help you eat better on a tight budget. From sweet fruits to vitamin-filled vegetables and high-quality cheap protein options, here are 80 foods to fill up your grocery cart with today.

Fruit

1. Bananas. A single banana usually costs about 6-7 rupees and pairs really with a scoop of peanut butter if you need a quick, tasty treat on the run.
2. Apples. Apples are full of fiber and vitamins, and they’re delicious.
3. Oranges. Eat as a snack or use their juice to sweeten up your green mango-orange smoothie for a quick, healthy breakfast before running out the door.
4. Lemons. You’re probably not about to slice up a lemon and eat it, but these citrus fruits are cheap, full of vitamin C, and add a lot of flavor to both savory and sweet recipes. For example, this 20-minute rosemary-lemon chicken skillet is definitely worth a try.
5. Limes.  Lime cost about 25-30 rupees each.
6. Frozen berries. Fresh berries can be one of the more costly fruits to purchase, but their frozen counterparts are more budget-friendly at a bout $1.88 for 16 ounces.
7. Pineapples. If you like pina coladas, you’re going to love this news: Pineapples usually cost less than 150-170 rupees each.
8. Kiwis.  Kiwi cost 20-25 rupees per piece on average.
9. Cantaloupe. In addition to being budget-friendly, cantaloupe has a high vitamin A and C content along with a healthy amount of potassium.
10. Honeydew. Honeydew is affordable, hydrating and delicious.
11. Watermelon. There are few things better than a juicy slice of watermelon in the hot summer months. Check out eight wicked good watermelon recipes that are low carb.
12.  Strawberries. Strawberries can certainly get expensive, but buying them in-season is a great way find them on the cheap. Shop in May, June, and July for the lowest prices.
13. Plums. Like berries, stone fruit certainly has a more affordable season. Look for this delicious fruit mid- to late-summer to get the best deal.
14.  Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and inexpensive in the summer months.
15. Unsweetened applesauce may not be fresh fruit, but it still contains fiber and vitamin C. Plus, it has a long shelf life!
16. Pears are flavorful, inexpensive, and taste great on their own or on top of a salad.
17. Grapefruit. Give Sam Kass’ grilled cauliflower steaks with grapefruit, watercress, and pecans a try.
18. Dried Cranberries make a great topping for salads. 

Veggies

19. Carrots. This crunchy, sweet veggie is loaded with vitamins A, K, and B6. 
20. Celery pairs well with another budget-friendly veggie in this DASH-diet recipe for cauliflower and celery root soup.
21. Cauliflower. You can make it into rice and even pizza.
22. Spinach is a nutrient-dense green containing vitamins A, B6, C, and K.
23. Cabbage. If you’re looking for an easy and cheap weeknight meal, this slow-cooker cabbage vegetable soup belongs in your meal plan this week.
24. Romaine lettuce is super low calorie and contains multiple vitamins and minerals in smaller amounts. It is also the base for this delicious romaine salad with grapefruit, avocado, and goat cheese.
25. Radishes. Whether you roast them or eat them raw, radishes are an inexpensive, nutrient-packed veggie.
26. Green beans. You can buy a pound of green beans for about $1.68, which will give you approximately three cups of beans.
27. Canned green beans. Inexpensive and just as delicious.
28. Zucchini. Stock up on zucchini for making zucchini primavera or kid-friendly zucchini fries without putting a dent in your grocery budget. 
30. Cucumbers are crunch, hydrating, and cost less than a dollar each
31. Broccoli. Grab this affordable veggie and throw together a broccoli-cheddar soup with chicken and rice in 25 minutes or less.
32. Onions. Although this root vegetable is often an afterthought, its nutritional qualities shouldn’t be overlooked. Onions contain vitamin C, fiber, and folic acid.
33. Green onions. Green onions are inexpensive, versatile, and full of nutrients.
34. Sweet potatoes. With more nutrients than white potatoes, sweet potatoes are an inexpensive way to get your veggies in. Especially when mouthwatering recipes like Guerilla Tacos’ sweet potato tacos exist!
35. Turnips. Turnips can be roasted, baked, boiled or steamed—and as a nice bonus, they’re inexpensive!
36. Russet potatoes. Grab a five-pound bag of russet potatoes for $2.77 for your easiest dinner yet. Wrap them in foil, bake them in the oven, and top them with your favorite veggies, butter, and cheese.
37. Corn. From corn on the cob to popcorn, what’s not to love about this inexpensive veggie?
38. Acorn squash cost about 90-100 rupees/ kg.
39. Pumpkin can be bought fresh or canned, and this pasta-stuffed pumpkin can’t be beaten.
40. Frozen peas. Sure, you can add them to recipes or thaw them out, but frozen pees are surprisingly delicious on their own.

Grains



41. Oatmeal. As a whole grain, oatmeal has killer health benefits including lowering your cholesterol and risk of heart disease.
42. Steel cut oats are just as nutritious as rolled oats, and they’re also cheap.
43. Whole wheat flour. You don’t have to be a master chef to learn to use whole grains in your kitchen. Even a simple change like swapping out all-purpose flour for whole wheat in pancakes can make a difference, increasing your iron, calcium, and protein intake.
44. Brown rice is inexpensive and nutritious, making an excellent base for veggie-loaded stir fry like this ginger shrimp and zucchini noodle stir fry.
45. Popcorn. You can have a crunchy, low-fat snack for pennies. 
46. Buckwheat flour can be purchased for $3.99 a pound and makes delicious, high protein pancakes.
47. Millet. High in the B vitamins and only $2.99 a pound, you don’t have any excuse not to include one of these gorgeous grain bowls in your meal plan.
48. Rye flour adds an interesting flavor to homemade bread. Adding it to your cart could help you expand your baking repertoire.

Protein



49. Ground chicken. High in protein, low in fat and ground chicken is a protein source that can’t be beat.
50. Chicken leg quarters typically cost 300-400 rupees per kg.
51. Whole chicken. Even on-brand options like Tyson are fairly budget-friendly and can be stretched between two or more meals if you plan well. With 25 Roasted chicken recipes to choose from, you’re never going to be bored.
52. Ground turkey. Affordable, protein-packed, and healthier than ground beef!
53. Bone broth. If you make your own slower cooker bone broth, it’s technically free since you can use bones leftover from a whole chicken and veggie scraps. 
54. Canned sardines. A single serving of canned sardines has 24.6 grams of protein.
56. Canned tuna. Tuna is high in protein and omega-3s, and it’s extremely affordable.
57. Eggs. 90-100 rupees for a dozen, need we say more?
58. Lentils. Paired with a ton of veggies and vegetable broth, this nutritious hearty, healthy lentil soup is budget-friendly.
59. Pinto beans. Whether you go with a bag or a can, pinto beans are affordable and protein-packed.
60. Black beans. A bag of dried black beans costs approx 200 rupees per kg.
61. Cannelini beans are the affordable, star ingredient of these kale and cannellini bean quesadillas.
62. Garbanzo beans.  You can make a chickpea and parsley salad for super cheap.

Nuts



63. Peanut butter is filling and contains both protein and carbs. 
64. Peanuts. Want the perks of peanut butter with more crunch? Try peanuts.
65. Almonds. Because this nut contains fiber, protein, fat and a whole host of vitamins and minerals, it makes for a great snack between meals.
66. Walnuts. We think this blueberry and walnut pancake recipe is the bomb.
67. Cashews. Nuts aren’t cheap, but this is one of the more affordable options if you’re going to keep nuts stocked in your pantry.

Herbs and seasonings



68. Salt adds a lot of flavor to your cooking, but go easy on this pantry staple to keep your sodium intake in check.
69. Pepper. Because what meal is complete without a little pepper?
70. Garlic  is something worth celebrating. It’s believed to have a wide range of health benefits, including boosting the immune system and lowering blood pressure.
71. Lemongrass. If you’ve never cooked with lemongrass before, this lemongrass-scented noodle salad is a great place to start.
72. Bay leaves. While they’re not edible, bay leaves add so much flavor to meals like soups and stews.
73. Chives are high in vitamins K and A.
74. Mint can be bought for less than two dollars and makes a delicious addition to iced tea or lemonade.
75. Basil. Campenella Pasta with sweet corn and basil features this delicious and nutritious herb.
76. Cilantro. Some think it tastes like soap, but everyone else thinks it’s delicious. Why not see which category you fall into?
77. Parsley can typically be bought for less than a dollar for a massive bunch.
78. Dill. Make your very own herby snacks with this lemon dill snack cracker recipe.
79. Rosemary. Fragrant and inexpensive, rosemary is a great option.
80. Thyme. Vitamin K, vitamin A, and iron are just a few of the nutrients that make this herb so special.
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

July 01, 2020

Foods for Hypertension

Foods for Hypertension


Blood pressure refers to the force of your blood as it moves through the blood vessel walls of the body. A normal blood pressure for most people is around 120/80 millimetre of mercury, or mm Hg.
Systolic, or the measurement on top, refers to the force of the blood pumped out of the heart and into the arteries. Diastolic, the measurement on the bottom, refers to the pressure as the heart relaxes between beats. The American Academy of Cardiology and the American Heart Association currently consider high blood pressure -- also called hypertension -- to be anything above 130/80.
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High blood pressure can be bad for your health for many different reasons:
-- It can cause damage to the arteries in your kidneys so they don't work properly.
-- It can damage blood vessels in your eyes, leading to vision problems.
-- Hypertension can raise your risk for heart failure.
-- It raises the risk of a stroke, which is when a part of your brain doesn't get adequate blood supply.
-- It's associated with a higher risk of sexual problems in both men and women.

Changing Your Diet to Help Lower Blood Pressure
Diet is one risk factor for high blood pressure that you can help control. For one, high sodium intake is associated with high blood pressure. Most American adults eat more than 3,400 mg of sodium a day, although the AHA recommends no more than 2,300 mg of sodium daily, says Grace Derocha, a registered dietitian with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. For some adults, no more than 1,000 to 1,500 mg of sodium a day is even better.
Processed foods such as cold cuts, canned foods and frozen dinners push the sodium count sky high for many Americans, says Julie Brennan, an associate professor and registered dietitian with The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in Toledo, Ohio.
The role of diet to control high blood pressure is so important that there is an eating plan called the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension -- or DASH -- diet that can lower your systolic blood pressure (the top number) by 8 to 14 mm Hg over time, says Dr. Icilma V. Fergus, a cardiologist and associate professor of medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and director of the Mount Sinai Heart Center for Cardiovascular Disparities in New York City.

The DASH diet focuses on:
-- Fruits.
-- Vegetables.
-- Low-fat dairy.
-- Lean protein.
-- Whole grains.
These foods are usually higher in fiber and potassium, as well as other vitamins and minerals, all of which can help lower your blood pressure. One mineral, potassium, helps your body to get rid of blood pressure-raising sodium. Additionally, fiber helps to fill you up so you probably won't eat as much, Fergus says.
Whether or not you follow DASH, you may want to know some specific foods to eat that can help lower your blood pressure.
These seven foods are a great place to start, as they are rich in potassium and fiber:
-- Avocados.
-- Beans.
-- Berries.
-- Beets.
-- Dark, leafy greens.
-- Sweet potatoes.
-- Watermelon.

7 Foods That Help Lower Your Blood Pressure
1. Avocados: One-half of an avocado has 487 mg of potassium, which helps to meet a recommended daily intake of 2,600 to 3,400 mg. That half of an avocado also has a little over two grams of fiber and healthy fats. Here are some ways to use avocados when prepping meals:
-- Make guacamole.
-- Make avocado toast.
-- Add avocado to salads.
-- Add it to salsas.
-- Put it in smoothies.
2. Beans: Beans are high in fiber and protein. There are many beans to choose from, from kidney beans to white beans to chickpeas and more. You can experiment to find which ones you like best. Beans are rich in potassium: A cup of white beans, for example, has 829 mg of potassium, Derocha says.
Here are a few ways you can add more beans to your diet:
-- Make hummus with your favorite type of bean.
-- Add beans to salads.
-- Make black bean brownies. Have friends and family guess the secret ingredient in this fudge-like treat.
-- Include beans in chili, soups and stews.
Tip: Rinse canned beans to help get rid of their excess salt, Brennan advises.

3. Beets: When's the last time you ate beets? This deep-red vegetable is full of health benefits, including the potential to lower your blood pressure. Per a one-cup serving, beets have almost 4 grams of fiber. That fiber will make you less likely to fill up on processed foods and allow for better waste elimination from your body, Fergus says. Here are a few different ways to incorporate beets into your diet:
-- Add beets to salads or make salads that focus on beets as the main ingredient.
-- Put cut-up beets in soups.
-- Make a beet hummus.
-- Prepare tasty roasted beets.
4. Berries: Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries are high in fiber and full of antioxidants, which help fight aging, says Dr. Nicole M. Weinberg, a cardiologist with Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California.
Berries also can help reduce blood pressure. Here are a few ways to incorporate berries into your daily meals:
-- Add them to salads or make your own berry salad.
-- Include them in low-sugar fruit crisps.
-- Make smoothies with berries.
5. Dark, Leafy Greens: Your mom was on to something when she told you to eat your greens as a kid. In particular, dark, leafy greens like kale and spinach are chock full of fiber, healthy vitamins and minerals such as potassium. If you're not sure how you prefer to eat greens, there are many ways you can prepare them:
-- Use them in salads.
-- Add them to smoothies.
-- Prep pasta dishes that include dark, leafy greens. Or mix them into the sauce.
-- Blanch, broil, boil, saute or steam your greens.
Don't overcook your greens to the point of destroying their nutrients, Fergus says.
6. Sweet Potatoes: The versatile sweet potato has 541 mg of potassium and nearly four grams of fiber. Here are several different ways to prep sweet potatoes so you can add them to your daily meals:
-- Mash sweet potatoes together with mashed carrots.
-- Add sweet potatoes to potato hash.
-- Slice and roast them with a little olive oil and rosemary.
7. Watermelon: Watermelon isn't just a refreshing, natural treat. It's also low calorie and high in potassium, packing in 640 mg per each two-cup serving. Although watermelon tastes great simply as a snack, there are other ways you can get creative with it:
-- Add watermelon to salads.
-- Try grilling it.
-- Freeze it to serve watermelon cubes as a frozen treat.
-- Add watermelon to smoothies.
Some Final Recommendations:-
In addition to dietary changes, don't forget to do the following to help lower your blood pressure more effectively:
-- Get seven to eight hours of sleep a night.
-- Avoid smoking.
-- Keep alcohol consumption to a minimum.
-- Lose weight if needed. For every 2.2 pounds of weight you lose, you can help lower your blood pressure by 1 mm Hg, Derocha says.
-- Get regular physical activity.
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