Ishi Khosla
The good old ‘Isabgol’ or grandpa’s ‘Bhoonsi’ needs no introduction but there’s more to this humble husk than is widely known.
The who estimates that deaths from cancer in India will triple by the year 2015.
Seeds are loaded with micro-nutrients. These include B vitamins and minerals like zinc, potassium and iron
A macrobiotic diet is low in calories and saturated fat, and rich in complex carbohydrates (starch and fibre)
Life without plastic now seems virtually impossible, what with its extensive use in industries and at home.
Compounds in red wine are useful for women affected by osteoporosis
Insomnia may cause poor concentration and increase the risk of accidents
When all other methods fail to rid oneself of morbid obesity (BMI>40 Kg/m2), bariatric surgery is the viable way out.
The oil has a high concentration of powerful phyto sterols that have been found to protect against cancer of the colon and the gastro intestinal tract
Use of coconut oil along with other healthy fats provides nourishment to all the cells and supports metabolism
A diary helps in managing pregnancy diets and diet-related conditions such as allegies and irritable bowel syndrome
Male fertility requires essential fatty acids, vitamins A, B, C, E and minerals like Zinc and Selenium
From now, on the last Saturday of every month, one of our doctor panelists will answer questions on specific health issues. Next month, Dr Anoop Misra
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Break an egg, and the myths around it
No matter how much you love the sunny side up, the sun had almost set on the egg.
The 20th Century has witnessed a shift from food deficiency to food abundance.
The diet for children suffering from diabetes should be the same as adults. Let them eat everything, but regulate portions.
Diet in diabetes is no different from a normal diet—barring a few features: Meal timings and taking a bedtime snack.
Indians being predominantly vegetarian, there’s a need to add some high protein content to the daily diet.
