Healthy fasting during Ramdan

Healthy fasting during Ramdan

Ramzan healthy tips for fasting from Shilpa Mittal

Mrs Shilpa Mittal Nutritionist and Diet Consultant Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Whey (the water left after making panir)

 Whey (the water left after making panir)

Do not throw away the water left after making of panir i.e whey, which is rich in good quality n easily digestable proteins. It is also a good source of Thiamin, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc and Selenium, and a very good source of Riboflavin, Calcium and Phosphorus.

Can be added to rotis, dal, soups, khichdi, gravies for vegetables

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Waist Size Alone May Predict Diabetes Risk

  Waist Size Alone May Predict Diabetes Risk

New research finds that
"Waist Size Alone May Predict Diabetes Risk - Even If You're Not Obese".

A study found that some overweight men and women with very large waists have the same risk of diabetes as obese people.

A large waist is 35 inches or more in a woman and 40 inches or more in a man.

"This further confirms that it is important to avoid carrying extra fat, particularly so around the abdominal region,". Fat hampers the body's ability to respond to insulin.

So gear up…..start exercising and eating right.........

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Take care of your body

 Take care of your body

No matter how close-to-perfection body you have (and just what is the perfect body anyway?), chances are, there is something you would change about it if you could.

Diets, pills, quick-fixes, binging, not exercising, over-exercising, all these things disrespect one of the greatest gifts you have been given – your body!

You only get one per lifetime, so give it the respect it deserves. You will not only feel better, but you just might become someone else’s role model!

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

All About Karvanda(karonda)

 All About Karvanda(karonda)

Karonda is one of the many berry-like fruits believed to originate near the Himalayas, though some botanists place the fruit’s origin to Java. Its natural range extends from Nepal to Afghanistan and encompasses several parts of India throughout that stretch.

Checking for Ripeness in Karonda

Karonda’s ripeness depends on its end use. If intended for use as a vegetable, the fruits should be plucked while still under ripe. This is apparent by the fruit’s greenish white color.

When fully ripe, no hint of white is present on the skin. These fruits are selected for canning, preserving and pickling. Some of the fruits grow dark red when fully ripe; others grow dark purple.

In its raw state, the fruit is sour and acidic with little sweetness. In its ripest phase it becomes a bit sweeter.

Nutritional Value of Karonda

A nutritional study published by the National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources provides the following nutritional information per 100g of edible fruit:

42.5kcal

0.39-1.1g Protein (negligible)

2.5-4.63g Fat

0.51-2.9g Carbs

0.62-1.81g Fiber

21mg Calcium

28mg Phosphorous

1619IU Vitamin A

9-11mg Ascorbic Acid

Health Benefits of Karonda

--As a blood sugar stabilizer 
--as a guard against liver damage.

--Biliousness

--Anemia

--Antiparasitic

--Antifungal

--Antimicrobial

--Topical wound treatment (juice)

--Skin remedy

Several scientists have studied the fruit as well:

A report in the “International Journal of Food Sciences and Technology” states karonda’s extracts show potent antimicrobial activity.       

This fruit can be eaten just like that or one can try

--Karaunde chutney - cutting karondas into pieces and removing the small seeds. Place the cut fruit in a food processor with red chilis, coriander leaves, salt and cumin. If a thinner consistency is desired, add water or lemon juice.

--Make pickled karonda by cutting the fruit into small pieces and boiling in water. After 5 minutes, remove the mix and dry. Place the dried fruit in a jar with oil, salt, and masala and store in a cool, dark place.

Go ahead Enjoy this seasonal fruit

Source:-http://theindianvegan.blogspot.in/2012/10/all-about-karonda-in-india.html
 
Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Peach Health Benefits

Peach Health Benefits

With the advent of monsoons, markets are flooded with succulent, juicy and aromatic peaches. A large peach has fewer than 70 calories and contains 3 grams of fiber. Low fat, cholesterol free, sodium free, good source of vitamin A and C.

Following are the benefits

Cancer Prevention

As an excellent source of the strong antioxidant vitamin C plus it also contains beta-carotene that gives color to peaches and also lycopene and lutein that can prevent cancer.

Abdominal Disorder

Fibre in peach fruit helps body to function properly, helps in elimination of waste and also can protect from colon cancer. 

Digestive Problem

The peach fruit that has abundant amount of alkaline substance which helps to relieve from the symptoms such as gastritis, flatulence, nausea heaviness in the stomach,indigestion, constipation, and so on. 

Kidney Function

Peach fruit provides excellent diuretic and laxative properties; therefore can be used to tone and stimulate the function of kidneys and bladder.

Heart Health

The fiber, potassium, vitamin C and choline content in peaches all support heart health, helps in heart strengthening and also stimulate the blood flow.

Skin

The antioxidant vitamin C in whole foods such as peaches reduces wrinkles, improves overall skin texture and help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution. 

Immunity System

Due to a high consumption of natural vitamins, peach can assist your body in developing great natural protection for many common diseases and ailments.

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Eating habits are contagious

 Eating habits are contagious

Is being overweight or obese contagious? Are your friends making you fat?

Overweight and obesity can be considered “socially contagious” because the experts believe it’s a case of birds of a feather…. feel better together (even when they’re overweight or obese).

Right from childhood to golden years of our life, our friends define who we are and we choose who are friends are, and thus, ultimately we define ourselves. 

Chances are you will eat & drink what your friends eat & drink! If your friends eat healthy, you will make better food choices.

 If your nutrition habits are contagious, is exercise as well? Absolutely! If your friends are active, then some of those exercise vibes will enter into you too.

If everyone around you is unhealthy, & overweight, then it may be tougher, but not impossible. The best thing you can do is tell everyone that your goal is to get healthy and fit.True friends will want you to be healthy and happy and will support your health goals.

Be the best influence you can be, if you eat healthily and exercise, you will inspire others to do the same! Be their inspiration!

Mrs Shilpa Mittal Nutritionist and Diet Consultant Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Quitting is easy, starting all over again is difficult

 

Remember this, it so very true when you are trying to get into a healthy lifestyle...don't give up others you will have to work even harder latter

 

Mrs Shilpa Mittal 

Nutritionist and Diet Consultant 

Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover

Time for some re-education

Please think over friends is it time for re-education

Mrs Shilpa Mittal
Nutritionist and Diet Consultant
Founder Shilpsnutrilife - Diet and lifestylemakeover