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Post pregnancy weight loss
by Lavleen Kaur

Post pregnancy weight loss

About 70% women, who have conceived, are troubled by the thought of gaining weight after pregnancy... How to avoid putting excess weight during pregnancy Eat small meals frequently, every two-three hours Avoid too much sugar. Consume things that have natural sugar like fruits, dates, honey, etc. Take what your body craves for, but in moderation Drink enough water Continue routine work like cleaning, cooking, climbing stairs, etc. One must exercise regularly, albeit in a controlled manner Steps to lose weight post-pregnancy Start with light walks for about 15-20 minutes daily Begin Yoga six weeks onwards, focusing on the pelvic area Use an abdominal binder to help bring the tummy back to shape Breast feed as one can lose up to 500 calories in a day Take the baby out for…...
Dark Chocolate benefits
by Lavleen Kaur

Dark Chocolate – Secret health benefits

Do not cross limits of dark chocolate. While it is better than milk and white chocolate due to the antioxidants it contains, it’s also higher in calories and saturated fat. Stick to no more than a square or two daily if you have chocolate cravings and tuck into Red Delicious apples as well. Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Heart Studies show that eating a small amount of this chocolate two or three times each week can help lower your blood pressure. It improves blood flow and may help prevent the formation of blood clots. Eating it may also prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Brain It increases blood flow to the brain as well as to the heart, so it can help improve…...
Glowing skin
by Lavleen Kaur

Diet for healthy and glowing skin

"Fashions come and go, but we wear our skin for life..." Your skin replaces itself once a month, what you eat literally becomes you and you have a choice in what you are made of 1. Change your diet (eating 50% to 75% raw organic fruits and vegetables) and adopt a healthy life style What the cosmetic industry won’t tell you is the fact that fountain of youth is in your garden and you can wear it for life. 2. Add foods that can slow down aging process to your diet Fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C: Organic citrus fruits, pineapple, papaya and dark green leafy vegetables like kale and broccoli. Organic Green/herbal tea has powerful antioxidants. Avoid sugary beverages or drinks like coffee that are high in caffeine…...
Fluid Intake
by Lavleen Kaur

How to Increase Your Fluid Intake

Your body requires an adequate amount of fluids to function properly. It helps regulate body temperature, aids digestion, flushes out toxins, relieves fatigue and works as a good lubricator of joints, tissues and organs. So, the primary focus should be on increasing fluid intake. It is generally recommended to drink at least eight to 10 glasses of fluids a day, but individual fluid requirements may vary from person to person. Plus, you may need to drink more fluids to replenish your body after exercising or engaging in other activity that makes you sweat and depletes fluid from your body. Here are some great tips to help you increase your fluid intake: Motivate Yourself Motivation is perhaps the most obvious yet important factor for reaching a target. The best way to motivate…...
Thandai recipe
by Lavleen Kaur

‘Thandai’ recipe

Thandai is an Indian cold drink prepared from mixture of almonds, watermelon / sunflower seeds, rose petals, rose water, pepper, cardamom, milk and sugar. Rich in zinc, iron, calcium and vitamin A, it also helps to increase digestion. Thandai Ingredients 10 green cardamoms - seeds only 1 1/2 tsp fennel seeds 1/2 tsp black peppercorns 1/2 coriander seeds 1 tsp melon/sunflower seeds 50 gm skinned almonds 5 Tbsp sugar 3 Tbsp rose petals 2 Tbsp rose water 750 ml milk Method Roast spices lightly on a tawa. Soak all ingredients except milk in enough water to cover. Set aside for 2 hours. Grind into a fine paste. Mix with milk. Strain liquid through muslin. Decorate with rose petals and serve chilled....
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