Tag Archives: Healthy Eating
Is The Iron From Your Iron Utensils Good?
Iron utensils or the traditional “kadai” has been a reliable cooking tool for over a thousand years. A few theories suggest that cooking in iron cookware enriches the food with iron, while others suggest the opposite. Hence, the question arises – Is the iron from our cookware safe to consume?
The big question is if this is a fact or fallacy, though before we get there, it is vital to understand why iron holds such an importance.
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Soaking Impacts Nutritive Value
Soaking grains, beans, legumes, nuts and seeds is a traditional practice that can positively influence the nutritive value of these foods. Not many of us know the reason behind why our mothers soak grains, beans, legumes, nuts and even seeds are soaked for a short period or at times overnight. What we do know is that it is an essential routine.
Grains, beans, legumes, nuts and seeds can all add great value and variety to the diet, yet they contain Read More...
Healthy Recipes: Beetroot Cutlet
If you are looking to munch on something that is both tasty and healthy then, beetroot cutlet is the way to go. They are easy to make, delicious and colorful, making them an instant hit with your kids and guests. Relish them as a starter to your main meal or as an evening snack with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
3 medium potatoes, boiled and grated
2 medium beetroots, boiled and grated
2 green chillies, chopped
¼ cup coriander, chopped
½ tbsp red chilli Read More...
