My clients give me surprised looks when I tell them that cheese is allowed in their diets. Cheese has been in the news for causing weight gain, acne, heart disease etc. All this is not true. If you have read the book by Dr. Spencer Johnson “who moved my cheese”, which is a book on [...]
About Sanjana - Dietitian
A dietitian from Mangalore, India. A post graduate diploma holder in “Dietetics” and a university topper from Welcomgroup School of Hotel Administration from the prestigious Manipal University. At present working as a Dietitian for the Manipal Group of Hospitals namely KMC hospital Mangalore, India. Consultant for corporates like Infosys and others, conducting talks and presentations for various associations and local television shows.
The Truth about Nutribars and why we should avoid them.
Latest addition to “health foods” are energy bars. Commonly called as nutri bars, I see many eating them as snacks on the move. We love to eat anything which has terms such as nutrition, healthy, low fat etc. Nutri bars and energy bars are nothing but junk food in a healthy disguise (companies keep getting [...]
The Many Benefits of Turmeric
The health benefits of turmeric is in the active ingredient called curcumin. curcumin compound gives turmeric its therapeutic benefits, its yellow color, and its pungent flavor. More specifically, curcumin harbors antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, stomach-soothing, and liver-and heart-protecting effects. Among the many health benefits of turmeric, is that it harbors antiplatelet activity. The herb reduces the [...]
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
WHAT CAUSES DIABETES? We don’t completely understand what causes juvenile onset diabetes, but there is much research being done to answer the question. At present it seems that the body treats the beta cell in the pancreas as something “foreign” that does not belong in the body. The result is the beta cells get “zapped” [...]
Why do we need Insulin?
When you eat a meal, the carbohydrate (starch, sugar or glucose) is absorbed from your intestines. Sugar enters the blood stream and is delivered to your liver. Normally, the pancreas simultaneously secretes insulin which is also delivered to your liver. Insulin acts like a key to the gas cap of a car. It opens the [...]
QUIZ: Diet MYTHS and FACTS, How well do you know?
Hello Readers, A new quiz section has been introduced on nutrihealth. where 4 easy questions would be asked, just to enlighten you of the various myths and facts that loom around health and diet these days. These quizzes will be regular on a weekly basis. Hope you enjoy it, Stay fit and healthy.
Childhood Obesity -Emphasize Providing, not Depriving
”Emphasize Providing, not Depriving” A child is determined as overweight by measuring their height and weight. Although children have fewer weight-related health problems than adults, overweight children are at high risk of becoming overweight adolescents and adults. Children become overweight for a variety of reasons. The most common causes are genetic factors, lack of physical [...]
13 Foods that stop ageing
These are not super foods they are part of the same healthy diet we have understood for years. It is how much we understand about them that have changed. Researchers are looking at health benefits of chemicals from plant foods. These foods are full of antioxidants and phytochemicals that help combat degenerative diseases. Even though [...]
Why street food is harmful?
Everyone loves to eat out occasionally, and that includes eating street food from the street vendors, Here are a few reasons why they pose a threat and why is it best to avoid them. DON’T FALL FOR THE COLOR Ever wondered what makes mango juice and ice golas so bright orange and peas look green [...]
About Sanjana – Dietitian
A dietitian from Mangalore, India. A post graduate diploma holder in “Dietetics” and a university topper from Welcomgroup School of Hotel Administration from the prestigious Manipal University.
-
Isabgol- The Colon cleanser -
Ways to cure Fatty liver… -
Bottle gourd- Guard against diseases -
How to lose weight with Bottle Gourd -
What are White Oats?
Popular Posts
-
Benefits of using Whey Protein -
How Meditation can help you lose weight fast -
Improve your Gym workout -
Health benefits of macadamia nuts -
Evening meals- Good or bad?
Latest Posts
-
Leela Paul: Hi, in order to reduce LDL, I am told that you sho...
-
mango: can i knw the recipe of bottle guard juice...
-
kadambari: we have 2 drink 2 glass of warm water with empty s...
-
Dilin: Could you upload the images again please?...
-
Jaidev gurnani: Hi, I took Isabgol powder in water just after lu...
