MINT TEA (PUDINA CHAI)

MINT TEA (PUDINA CHAI)

How about Pudina chai on a rainy evening or early morning?

Mint leaves are brewed with tea to make the famous Indian 'Pudina Chai'

For a refreshing aromatic tea add a few leaves of pudina (mint) to your tea…….apart from its menthol flavour it also facilitates good digestion, cures headaches, is beneficial in asthma and cough and also increases body’s immunity.

Here is how the procedure;- wash the mint leaves, add water, add mint leaves cover and boil the water for 3-4 minutes till the flavors and aroma of the mint starts infusing in the water. The water will start becoming green. Let the quantity of green color in the water increase. Add the tea leaves or powder, add sugar. Now add milk and let the tea come to a boil.

Your Pudina Chai is ready to serve.

How Long Should Water Be Boiled to Make It Safe for Drinking?

How Long Should Water Be Boiled to Make It Safe for Drinking? 

It is rainy reason and we have all been advised to drink boiled water to remain disease free, Right. But the question arises many a times as to what is the right method to boil water. so here we go...

The most acceptable, easiest and cheapest method of sterilising or purifying water is to boil it. Boiling water kills all microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and other protozoa that cause disease and makes the tap water safe for consumption.

Sterilising water at home by boiling is simple. For this it is essential to bring tap water to a full boil, and let it boil for one to three minutes, thereafter cover it and cool it naturally at room temperature before using for drinking. 

Strain the water through a clean, thin muslin cloth to remove any dust or particles, if any, before drinking it.
Remember consume it within 24 hrs of boiling.

MONSOON SPECIAL

TIPS FOR EATING HEALTHY IN MONSOON

Monsoon, the rainy season, in India is like a festival. After severe heat people are waiting for rain.People are  seen dancing and rejoicing in rains. But this is also a season for many diseases, infections and health problems. Due to sudden change in temperature, the immunity of our body becomes low and makes us susceptible to many diseases.

So if you really want to enjoy the monsoon season follow the following tips and be healthy.

 

1.Consume only boiled and filtered water, consume it within 24 hrs of boiling. Consumption of herbal teas, such as ginger and lemon tea, is advised during monsoon to keep flu away. Soups are counted among the safest food options during monsoon.

2.Wash all vegetables and fruits thoroughly, esp green leafy vegetables, cauliflower, broccoli, brinjal, roots and tubers which harbour larvae, worms and dust. Clean them under running water. Steaming them is the best way to get rid of germs. Soaking the greens in salt water for about 10minutes can help remove insects.

3.Avoid eating uncooked food as far as possible.

4.Freshly cooked food and freshly cut fruits and vegetables are the best bet during monsoons.

5.Eat in moderation as the body finds it harder to digest food during monsoons. Garlic, pepper, ginger, hing, jeera pd, turmeric and coriander help enhance digestion and improve immunity.

6.Non-vegetarians should prefer lighter preparations like soups and stews rather than heavy curries.

7.Avoid eating roadside uncooked foods like sandwiches, bhel, chaat, cut fruits, salad opt for steamed or fried food (if you are not overweight).

8. Avoid eating stale or left over food.

9. Clean chopping boards and dust cloths well before use. Wash your hands before handling food, after eating food, after visiting the toilet. Maintain good personal hygiene.

10. Use insect repellents, disinfectants and take precautions to stay away from mosquitoes, files, cockroaches termites etc. Use neem camphor or cloves.

 

Eat healthy to be hale and hearty this monsoon!