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Sara Ali Khan Shares A Picture Of Her Morning Indulgence, Guess What It Is

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What's the first thing you do after waking up in the morning? Many people would say, they make some coffee and enjoy the time. Right? This drool-worthy brew is extremely comforting, energising and boosts your mood in many ways. If your steaming hot cuppa is the ultimate solace in the morning chaos, you must see Sara Ali Khan's latest foodie trail. Oh, yes, it is every bit relatable! She shared a picture of her morning indulgence on Instagram Stories and left us delighted. The actress woke up early today and prepared herself for the “extremely long day” ahead. How? With a coffee of delicious black coffee that looked refreshing, of course. For the caption, she wrote, “Extremely long day coming up #happy #new #month.” Sara also added, “Awake before the sun.” Also Read:   Ayushmann Khurrana Shares A Glimpse Of His Drool-Worthy Kanjak Bhog Platter Like Sara Ali Khan, most of us rely on the goodness of coffee to prepare ourselves for the day ahead. How many of you simply love yo...

FSSAI Withdraws Order To Mention "Dahi" On Curd Packets After Controversy

On 10 March, a letter from FSSAI mandated the use of the Hindi word "dahi" in place of the label 'Fermented Milk' on curd packets. The order sparked a large-scale controversy, especially in the southern states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. On Wednesday, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin, spoke out against the order, claiming it was another example of 'Hindi imposition' by the Centre. Many other groups also saw the directive in a similar light. Yesterday (30 March), the FSSAI decided to withdraw the controversial rule and provide fresh guidelines. Also Read:   Man Claims He Opened Checked-In Luggage To Find Someone Drank His Expensive Whiskey In a tweet on 29 March, MK Stalin wrote, "The unabashed insistences of #HindiImposition have come to the extent of directing us to label even a curd packet in Hindi, relegating Tamil & Kannada in our own states. Such brazen disregard to our mother tongues will make sure those responsible are b...

Sattu: The Superfood For Weight Loss Diet - 5 Delicious Recipes To Try

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Sattu is a protein-rich flour native to India. Believed to have originated in Bihar, sattu is now gaining immense popularity in other parts of the country as well, as people are discovering its numerous health benefits. This flour is typically made from powdered chana and is an excellent source of dietary fibre and protein. It's just the perfect ingredient to amp up your protein intake without breaking the bank. If you're someone who is on a weight loss journey, then sattu is your holy grail. Packed with essential nutrients, this budget-friendly protein option will keep you energised for a longer period. In this article, we have collated a list of interesting ways to add sattu to your weight loss diet. Also read:   Diabetes Diet: Interesting Ways To Include Sattu Flour In Your Diet To Manage Blood Sugar Level How Is Sattu Made? Sattu flour is commonly prepared by roasting and milling Bengal gram or chana dal. To enhance its taste, various pulses and cereals like ...

5 Foods You Should Avoid Cooking In Copper Utensils

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In the fast-growing environment, everything tends to change faster. Even the cookware we use has drastically changed from what people traditionally used many years ago. From stainless steel, iron-cast, ceramics and plastic, every kind of utensil is available in the market. But no matter how many new things appear, the classics will never go out of style. Copper is one of the oldest types of cookware. Copper cookware, till date, remains expensive and elegant, because copper is a costly metal. The cookware needs additional care while cooking because some foods can react with them. This is why it's important to understand which foods shouldn't be prepared or consumed using copper cookware. Also Read:   5 Foods to Avoid If You Have High Cholesterol Here Are 5 Foods You Should Avoid Cooking In Copper Cookware: 1. Tomato Most recipes require tomato as the key ingredient for preparing tadka and sauces. Tomato adds tanginess to food and makes the dish tastier. However, since it...

Delhi Couple Shares Story Of Their Rajma Chawal Stall, Wins Hearts Online

When the pandemic struck in March 2020, many people's businesses suffered. As the world was plunged into a public health crisis, people's livelihoods were endangered. They had to begin looking for alternative ways of making ends meet. Over the years, we have come across many inspirational accounts of people who rose to the challenge. Recently, a vlogger shared a similar story on his Instagram page (@foody_jsv). He visited a roadside stall in Faridabad selling Rajma Chawal and Kadhi Chawal and began interviewing the couple working there. He asked them how they began their particular food venture. The man narrated their journey in brief and Insta users were left applauding their efforts. Also Read:   Man Claims He Opened Checked-In Luggage To Find Someone Drank His Expensive Whiskey The man first explained that he used to work with a printing press. But due to Covid-19, his business went down and he had to take up another job. However, he was still not able to make ends meet. ...

Weekend Special: 7 Healthy Snacks For Weekend Binge-Watching Sessions

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The weekend is almost here and so are our movie plans. Weekends are indeed an ideal time to engage in our favourite activities. Many of us like spending our weekend doing outdoor activities like shopping, going out for lunch, catching up with friends for drinks and more. But there are also people who love taking a back seat and enjoying their weekend in their house, snacking and lounging on their beds. If you enjoy binge-watching your favourite television programmes or movies over the weekend, then get ready to indulge in some delicious snacks along with it. These snacks are healthy and you can munch on them guilt-free. Here Are 7 Healthy Snacks For Weekend Binge-Watching Sessions: 1. Popcorn Popcorn and movies together can never go wrong. Popcorn is a nutritious food because it is made from maize kernels. But avoid slathering it in cheese or butter. Just prepare with little salt and oil. This simple and healthy snack can become highly unhealthy if too much salt and butter are added...

Watch: This Sweet Dabeli Is "Unique" For All The Wrong Reasons

The bizarre food combos just won't stop. While they rarely give us hope, don't you feel curious to know about what people are experimenting with? Just yesterday, a video showing "pani puri shawarma" went viral. Foodies were left clamouring for a 'dislike' button on Instagram (Know more here ). Shawarma is a dish that is beloved by many not only in India but also in other countries. Today, another popular snack has become the target of a strange food experiment: the dabeli from Gujarat. This dish typically has savoury flavours, with spiced potato, peanut and sev stuffing. But a recent video showing the preparation of a sweet version has left the internet angry. Also Read:  Man Claims He Opened Checked-In Luggage To Find Someone Drank His Expensive Whiskey The video was shared by a Twitter user @chiragbarjatyaa. He simply captioned it, "Every second of this video is shocking." In it, we see a man presenting the dish set-by-step to the viewers, expla...

Flu Got You Down? Here's How To Keep Your Immunity Up And The Flu Away

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As the H3N2 virus is going around, causing flu-like symptoms such as coughing, a running nose, and body aches, it is important to keep our immunity in top shape. The changing weather and high levels of dust are also adding to our respiratory woes. Children and older adults seem to be more affected by these conditions. Our immune system is a complex network of organs, cells, and proteins that work together to protect us against viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. Nutrition plays an important role in the health of our immune system. Optimum nutrition is key to providing the necessary nutrients like minerals, vitamins, amino acids, cholesterol, and fatty acids that are critical for the development, maintenance, and functioning of our immune system. While there is no one "immune-boosting" diet, a wholesome diet that promotes health is needed daily. Some nutrients are crucial for our immune system: Also Read:  Avoid These 6 Foods For Dinner As They Take Longer To Digest Ess...

Elon Musk Reveals His Morning Diet After Twitter User Says "Sugar Is Poison"

Sugar helps elevate the sweetness quotient of anything from beverages to desserts and snacks. We all enjoyed sugar candies, candy floss as well as different types of halwa and mithai as children. While the ingredient is ubiquitous, it has emerged as the culprit behind several health issues ranging from obesity and diabetes to fatty liver and heart diseases. Due to this, many have termed sugar as “poison” which may seem harmless but its excess consumption can hurt our health. However, billionaire Elon Musk doesn't seem to think so. How do we know? Well, he revealed his morning diet recently. Elon Musk's revelation came in response to a Twitter user who stated that “Sugar is poison”. Also Read:  Pepsi's New Logo Is Trending, But Is It A Hit or Miss? Twitter Weighs In Sugar is poison. — Peter H. Diamandis, MD (@PeterDiamandis) March 28, 2023 Replying to him, the Tesla CEO wrote, “I eat a donut every morning. Still alive”. I eat a donut every morning. Still alive. — ...

Ayushmann Khurrana Shares A Glimpse Of His Drool-Worthy Kanjak Bhog Platter

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Navratri is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour in India. The nine-day-long extravaganza ends with Ram Navami. And of all the days, the eighth day, also known as Maha Ashtami, holds great importance. On this day, devotees celebrate Kanjak puja (kanya puja) and seek blessings from Goddess Durga. People welcome young girls at home and treat them to halwa, puri, chana and other delicacies. Recently, actor Ayushmann Khurrana too celebrated Maha Ashtami Kanjak puja? He took to Instagram Stories to give us a sneak peek into his special kanjak platter. His bhog platter is  brimming with the traditional dishes including halwa, puffed-up puris and mouth-watering chana. Without saying much, he added, "Kanjak." Take a look. Also read:  Ayushmann Khurrana Is All Hearts For This Desi Sweet Treat - Watch Video Let's recreate Ayushmann Khurrana's special festive platter. Are you excited? We understand that Navratri has come to an end but it's ...

Does Banana Make You Gain Weight Or Lose It? Truth Is Out

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To eat or not to eat. If you always wonder if you should eat bananas on a weight loss diet, you are not alone. This sweet fruit with high sugar and carbohydrate level is often considered fattening. The sad part is that it is one of the most delicious fruits out there, so skipping it is not so easy for our mind and taste buds. But what if all this is just a myth? What if banana is not as bad for a weight loss diet as it is deemed to be? On the contrary, if you ask around, you'll find many people in favour of eating bananas to slash excessive fat in the body. Oh, what confusion! But not anymore. We'll conclude the debate right here.  Also Read:  7 Wonderful Benefits Of Banana: How To Include The Fruit In Your Daily Diet Are bananas good for losing weight?   The answer is yes! Despite being full of carbohydrates, bananas can make you lose weight because of their unique composition of "good" carbohydrates , which come in the form of resistant starch and fibre. As you k...

Avoid These 6 Foods For Dinner As They Take Longer To Digest

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Many of us ignore breakfast and consider dinner to be the most important meal of the day. We get to sit down with our family for one proper meal after a long, exhausting day, which is what makes it so wonderful. And one of the main reasons why most of us eat large meals at night is to make up for our rushed meals during the day. But all that food will be sitting in our stomachs without completely digesting while our bodies are at rest. For this reason, it's essential to eat light meals at night and heavy meals at breakfast. If you have recently experienced digestive issues, try avoiding these foods for dinner. Here Are 5 Foods You Should Avoid At Night: 1. Fried Food Dinner should not include deep-fried foods like kofte, pakode , fried fish, chicken, or potatoes since the excessive amounts of oil that have been soaked into the meal make them very difficult to digest. Instead, you should substitute them with dishes that have been lightly pan-fried and cooked in less oil. It...

Can You Eat Rice On Weight Loss Diet? Important Points To Know

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In many parts of the country, rice is a staple and is eaten every day without fail. This basic food is an indispensable part of our diet, but when our diet converts into a weight loss-diet, we have to bid adieu to it. Although a popular food item, rice is often looked down upon as an unhealthy item, and off it goes from our plate the moment we decide to lose weight. But is it really necessary? Is white rice that bad for your diet? Get all the answers here. Heads up - you're in for a surprise! Does White Rice Increase Weight? If you ask dietitian Sheenam K Malhotra, she will say 'no'. In one of her Instagram posts, she made the big revelation that rice is not that bad as it is said to be. And if you know the right way to eat white rice, it can do you no harm. Also Read:  Expert Diet Tips To Help You Drop Stubborn Belly Fat And, Is White Rice Good To Lose Weight? Rice pairs well with curries. This is somewhat tricky. Rice can be both good and bad when it comes to wei...

Burnt Your Curry? Follow These 5 Easy Tips To Fix It

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Cooking is not as easy as it looks. It is something that requires a whole lot of patience, hard work and most importantly, attention to detail. While working in a kitchen, it is essential to have all the ingredients and equipment in place prior to the process of cooking. This not only helps you save time but also prevents any last-minute kitchen disasters. One such common problem that most of us face while cooking is ending up with burnt dishes. Did you forget to lower the flame or switch off the gas while you were busy chatting on the phone? Well, if this sounds familiar to you, you're at the right place. Here we bring you some easy tips on how to fix a burnt curry. Check them out below. How Do You Fix A Burnt Curry? Here Are 5 Easy Tips To Fix A Burnt Curry: 1. Change The Container The easiest trick to save your burnt curry is to immediately change the container. If you continue to cook it in the same pot, it may lead to further burning and eventually result in the spreading o...

Asia's 50 Best Restaurants For 2023 Revealed: Bangkok Reigns Supreme, India Shines At...

Bangkok is popular for its street food and is home to some of the world's most popular street food markets, alluring thousands of tourists every day. However, in recent years, the city has also made a name for itself in the world of fine dining. This was highlighted in the 11th edition of 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' awards, which took place on March 28, 2023, in Singapore. Le Du, an eatery located in the heart of Bangkok, took the coveted top spot on the esteemed list. Owned and led by Chef Thitid 'Ton' Tassanakajohn, Le Du is a modern Thai-inspired restaurant that offers a four to six-course tasting menu showcasing seasonal Thai ingredients. The restaurant's name, derived from a Thai word meaning "season," reflects its focus on using fresh, seasonal produce in its culinary creations. The restaurant's wine list is also carefully curated by a certified sommelier, featuring a selection of unique and intriguing wines from around the world. Also...