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WEIGHT LOSS

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The word weight loss was a nightmare for some time, nowadays, everyone are health conscious. Mostly weight is gained because the intake of food has more calories than they burn through everyday movement and body function.The other reasons for weight loss are poor sleep, eating too much of processed food or sugary food are some habits that increase the risk of weight gain. .  EXERCISE  Exercise plays an important role in keeping everyone healthy and happy. Some of the benefits of exercise are. Everyone can gain the benefits of exercise when done properly. Exercise done with proper diet helps in weight loss. Walking at a brisk pace can burn almost as many calories as jogging the same distance. It takes 12 weeks of an exercise routine before you start to see measurable changes to your body.  What are calories?   calorie is a unit that measures energy. Calories are usually used to measure the energy content of foods and beverages. To lose weight, you need to eat le...

KARUVEPPILAI KUZLAMBU RECIPE

  Curry leaves is an aromatic ingredient found in Indian household which has numerous health benefits. The leaves are not only sought after for their aromatic flavour in the foods, but also enhance the health benefits of the meal making it more appealing. The leaves have found its way in many treatment like Ayurveda, Sidda, and unani for their medical properties in treating gastro, diabetes, and diarrhea.The thin twigs or branches are used as natural brush to clean the teeth , strengthening the teeth and gums and protecting from harmful bacteria. Curry leaves play a important role in field of weight loss.The leaves are taken raw or consumed as juice. serves as a detox drink to cleanse body from within,burn fat,reduce bad cholesterol and enhance digestion. How to make curry leaves juice at home Boil 3 cups of water add 30 to 40 curry leaves and few mint leaves 2 tbsp of cinnamon powder and boil for few minutes,strain the juice and add a dash of lime juice and honey, consume while it...

VALAIPOO VADAI RECIPE

  Valaipoo vadai Recipe Ingredients valaipoo           1 whole flower tuvar dal           200gms redchillies         5 to 6 fennel seeds      2tsp oil                         250gms onion                  2 curry leaves      few method Soak the tuvar dal for 1 hour and strain the water, now add tuvar dal,red chilli, and fennal seeds and salt, do not add water if needed add very little water,make a coarse paste keep aside.  clean valaipoo ,remove the veins in the mi ddle  and the transparent base in the bottom, cut into small pieces add to a blender, make a coarse paste,rinse and wash the paste 2 to 3 times to remove the sour flavour,add salt and turmeric powder after 5 minutes, strain the water completely if the valaipoo has excess water it ...

BANANA FLOWER OR VALAIPOO

Banana flower has outstanding medicinal properties. Banana flower is packed with essential minerals such as phosphorous,calcium,potassium,and iron, vital for several bodily functions. Banana flower seems to be very effective in treating infection in natural way. The extract in banana flower has ethanol which prevents the growth of bacteria. Cooked banana flower can help to deal with pain in abdomen and reduces the menstural bleeding Banana  extract promotes glucose uptake which reduces sugar level. Valaipoo a galactagogues vegetable,increases the breast milk secretion for lactating mothers. Valaipoo rich in vitamin c and a potent source of antioxidants,are very vital for health they reduce stress on cells and slow down the ageing process. Cleaning of valaipoo Peel the outer skin, take cluster bunch of blossom, remove the veins in the middle ,a transparent base down, cut the blossom into small pieces, cook them in water add salt and turmeric powder.strain the water to remove the sou...

MAKHANA RAITA

 Makhana raita recipe Ingredients Makhana                       1 cup Curd                               2 cups Roasted                 Cummin powder         1/2 tsp Red chilli powder         1/2 tsp Chaat masala                 1/4 tsp Salt                                    1/4 Coriander leaves           2 tbsp chopped Method Dry roast the makhana in a pan for 7 to 8 minutes till they are crisp. Allow the makhana to cool .Now put them in a zip lock bag and roll with a rolling pin till it is crushed but not powdered. whisk the curd in a bowl till it is smooth.Add all the masalas, salt and...

BROCCOLI

Broccoli is a green branched vegetable .It belongs to the cruciferous family along with cauliflower and kale and it can be eaten raw or cooked.Broccoli is a good source of fiber and protein and contains iron,calcium, potassium and magnesium as well as vitamins A,C.E,K including folic acid.Vitamin K play a important role in keeping our bones strong and healthy,vitamin K can improve bone health as well as increasing bone mineral density. Broccoli soup Ingredients Broccoli           1 small flower onion                 1 thinly sliced butter               2tsp ​ water               3 cups[according to consistency] Method; Place a cooker on stove add 2 tsp of butter saute the sliced onion when it becomes transparent add broccoli, saute for 2 or 3 minutes pour water, salt to taste  and pressure cook the soup, when gas releases open th...