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Tips to a healthy heart

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 18. May, 2010 in Health

Heart disease is the most common killer disease in the world.  Let us look at a few tips to cut down the risk of heart disease. Drink green tea- Green tea contains antioxidants that can reduce cholesterol and decrease blood pressure. Fiber up your diet- The more fiber you include, lesser is the risk of [...]

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How can you use flaxseed…

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 03. Feb, 2010 in Health

We had seen various facts about Flax seeds, so now lets look at the uses. A lot of questions are asked on where one can add them. Flaxseed powder can be added to warm milk. A teaspoon daily in warm milk is great before going to bed. It can be added to whole wheat flour [...]

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Gestational diabetes in Moms-to-be

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 19. Aug, 2009 in Food, Health

Query from a concerned mom-to-be: “I am 12 weeks pregnant and my father and all his siblings have Diabetes, so I am worried about getting gestational diabetes. What changes do I make to avoid getting Gestational Diabetes?” Diabetes is a common condition afflicted to many. But Gestational Diabetes may be a new term to many. [...]

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How can you increase your child’s concentration and memory?

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 03. Jun, 2009 in Kids Diet

Have you seen your child losing concentration quite often, forgetting trivial things very easily? Then your child’s memory must be suffering. The brain requires adequate energy to function well and this can be provided with good nourishment through good food intake and regular physical activity. When your child is involved in strenuous mental activities such [...]

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Healthy eating- An expensive option?

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 04. Apr, 2009 in Food, Health

Healthy eating can be fun but may end up being time consuming and expensive for many. It is always easy to buy junk. Junk food is very cheap and high calorie meals come within half hour to your door step. While shopping takes a lot of time and energy and can cut into you time. [...]

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Do low carb diets work?

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 01. Apr, 2009 in Health

Fad diets are always a rage and every second client of mine wants a low carb, low fat diet. I have innumerable clients who are scared of carbohydrates. They want to stop eating rice but the burger at local eatery is okay. It is very easy actually to go on a diet where many starve [...]

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Eat Brown rice to prevent cancer

by Sanjana - Dietitian on 14. Mar, 2009 in Food

Brown Rice is the world most healthiest food. It is not the color which makes it healthy when compared to white rice. Brown rice has it layers intact while white rice loses all it layers and is polished and kills all the nutrients present in it. Brown rice provides antioxidant protection. Vitamin E protects the [...]

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