Many of my patients tell me that they do not eat between meals. It is sinfully wrong according to them but yes this approach may look like a good idea but this has a setback. It can make you so hungry that you may end up eating more than necessary and have large meals. Overeating leads to weight gain but you may wonder that you are eating just 3 meals but still gaining weight. You may need to think about the...

Commonly seen among my clients are indigestion problems. This is due to poor meal planning and eating large meals at irregular times. Many skip breakfast and go for a large lunch to compensate and still heavier dinner  to make up with the feeling of tiredness after work. This slows down the metabolism and I see the most common symptoms “afternoon slump” and “over stuffed feeling”...

When popeye eats spinach, he develops amazing power with which he can bulldoze anyone. This is where we can pick up the benefits of eating spinach. Spinach is always listed among the top foods. Low on calories, available throughout the year and can be regarded as a nutrition power house. The vitamin A and C plus the fiber help in controlling cancer especially of the colon,lung and breast. The phytonutrients...

Buck wheat is a very nutritious and energizing seed. It is not a cereal but is used to replace rice and is helpful for patients who have a gluten allergy as most of the cereals contain gluten.Buckwheat can be safely eaten by people who have celiac disease as it does not contain gluten. Buckwheat can be a good substitute for wheat, oats, rye and barley in a gluten-free diet. It is now popularly used in cholesterol...

Today I came across a patient, who was asking me questions about Gastric bypass surgery. And I thought I should share it with my readers too. Gastric Bypass surgery is not a joke and should not be taken lightly at all. Morbid obesity is sometimes treated surgically, mainly in people with BMI of 40 or BMI 35 with other risk factors. Various surgical procedures have been used to decrease the amount of food entering...

Children do not like them on their plates and teenagers avoid them like the plague. Yes, I am talking about greens. Greens provide a bonanza of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Hence they are called as a powerhouses of nutrients. They are rich in minerals like iron,calcium,potassium,magnesium and vitamins like K,E,C and most of the B vitamins. They provide a variety of phyonutrients including beta-carotene,lutein...

Cinnamon is one of the oldest known spices where its bark is used for various purposes. This spice is present in every kitchen. But we have hardly taken time to look at its benefits. Not only its benefits lie in cooking but also has various medicinal properties. Studies shows that 1/2 teaspoon of  cinnamon can lower your LDL cholesterol. This is absolutely great. It also has a regulatory effect on our...

Coffee offers caffeine but in a bitter form, not cold and refreshing. Soft drinks are refreshing and thirst quenching but offers no benefits. Energy drinks combine the fizz of soft drinks with the buzz of caffeine. Energy drinks are a solid jolt of caffeine blended with a handful of other ingredients. one 8.3 0Z can has 2-3 times more caffeine than a 12 OZ can of soda. Worldwide, energy drinks target the ...

The following tips will ensure an adequate intake of the required nutrients and a healthy lifestyle among older adults. Small, frequent meals. Older adults require small quantity of food which can be easily digested and absorbed. Four or five small meals are recommended. Do not remain hungry. Regular meal timing. Eat meals at fixed time. Do not keep any need to stop at the same time, do not nibble food all the...

In today’s world where all couples rush out to work, making a proper breakfast is difficult. Here are a few tips to  ensure that your family eats a wholesome breakfast every day. For easier meal preparation during the week, invest an hour on meal planning during the weekend. Preparing in advance. Organize what you can the night before. Set the table ready for the morning rush. Keep breakfast items...