Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Palm oil for a healthier generation…


Palm fruit oil belongs to the vegetable oil family. It is a very good substitute for partially hydrogenated oils for many reasons. It is used for preparing pastries, cookies, crackers and other eatables which demand long shelf life. It is odorless and tasteless and hence making it appropriate for people looking for healthy oil and baking needs. It even acts as an extremely good antioxidant. Many studies even show that it is good for reducing the risk of stroke, arteriosclerosis and other heart ailments.

Rajat Refined oil is a palm olein by Arjuna, which can be used as liquid cooking oil. It has extremely low amounts of trans fats which is extremely bad for health and can lead to cardiovascular problems. It is good for frying as it does not affect the original taste of food. Let’s indulge our families and friends into tastier and healthier life!!


Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Sunactiv for Fat Free Life


Edible oil has been traditionally considered to be unhealthy for consumption. This perception has turned into a myth and people are actually understanding that oil is health efficient similar to vitamins. Sunflower oil improves our cardiovascular system and has tremendous amount of vitamin E and high level of fatty acids essential for body and builds a healthy heart.


Sunactiv is a refined sunflower oil by Arjuna oils. It has an extremely clean taste and very low level of trans fats. Trans fats increases the harmful fats in your blood and block the arteries in heart  and prevents blood from flowing through them. This oil can be used at extremely high temperatures and making it best for cooking and frying. The food prepared from this oil can stay fresh for longer hours. It lowers the cholesterol level and lessens the possibilities of developing a cardiovascular disease.

Go Healthy...Go Sunactiv!! :-)

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Fad diet works! Is that a myth?



How come you’ve slimmed down and I can’t; what diet are you on? Well, this are some questions we often ask our friends isn’t? And the answer they give is low -carb diets, master cleanse, grapefruit diet and even cookie diet. But do you know all these are fad diets? Fad diet is usually marketed as quick ways to lose weight. It tends to change from year to year, but the promises it makes do not. With a craze to lose weight fast ‘fad diets’ has escalated to epic proportions these days. 

Some people lose weight while following a fad diet, but most fad diets are impossible to stick to for long. They have strict rules that may make the diets easy to follow in the beginning but eventually the rules feel too restricting and you fall off the diet and go back to your old habits. And the irony is that some people even end up weighing more than what they did before starting the diet. That’s sad isn’t? 

However, it’s quite easy to spot a fad diet. When choosing a diet or weight loss supplement, it is always important to thoroughly research their effects first before incorporating them into your eating habits. If there are no clinical studies or proof that they can produce real and credible weight loss, then more often they are not too good to be true. So what say ready to get rid off the myth called "quick-fix" diet if you’re following one...

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

And the top five healthy eating tips are...



Remember last week we had a contest on our Facebook page called “What’s your Healthy eating Tips” where we had asked our fans to share their healthy eating tips with everyone. The responses were just fantastic, so we wanted to share them with all of our blog readers. Check out top five healthy eating tips from our Facebook fans below. 

Recommended top five healthy eating tips:  Diviyani- I personally like to savour my meal slowly as it allows me to really taste and enjoy the food I am eating & above all it allows me to eat less. Smita- My healthy eating tip is-Avoid processed foods. By preparing fresh foods yourself you can control the amount of fat, sugar and sodium you take in. Debjani- My favourite healthy eating tip is to find good tasting water and drink water most of the day. Avoid sweet drinks and reduce caffeine intake. Samy- I prefer going for a walk after dinner. It’s healthy. Swapnil- Drink lots and lots of water… it helps cleanse toxins and provides hydration for your body.

And if you ever want to be a part of our contests visit our Facebook page and just click the “LIKE” button and you’ll be a part of itJ. Come join in on the fun!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Are you eating chemical-free?



Don’t you think shopping was easy and healthy when most food came from farms? Now, factory-made foods have made chemical additives a significant part of your diet. The longer manufacturers use these additives, the more you tend to learn about their impacts. While some additives are harmless, others cause everything from hives and asthma to nausea and headaches.

Well, its not too late, you may not be able to control everything, but you can control what you eat. There are many ways in which you can follow a chemical-free diet. Why not start with avoiding packaged foods as convenience foods are treated with chemicals and preservatives to prolong shelf life. You can also choose to eat only organic foods. Organic food refers to food grown the way nature intended, free from chemical pesticides, fertilizers and growth hormones. The result is nutritious food... 

However, if you can't afford to buy enough organic food to get your five portions of fruit and veg a day, you can consider growing some of your own. It's so convenient to walk out of your kitchen door to pick a few veg for dinner, and really satisfying to think that they are 'all your own work'. :-)



Friday, June 10, 2011

Enjoy weekends the healthy way & have a guilt-free Monday


 
A week of healthy eating can be wrecked just before Monday morning! Wondering how? Well, this is something that happens to the best of us, we try to eat healthy Monday through Friday, but then blow it on the weekend.

We start with cocktails and greasy appetizers Friday night with friends. On Saturday, we go grazing through the food court while shopping at the mall, then go out for a big dinner that night. And on Sunday, we feel kind of lazy, so lounge around on the couch watching television and snacking on chips and dip. Isn’t that true? Well, this is a pretty common scenario. But don't despair. With a little thought and preparation, we can continue to eat healthy and still enjoy our weekends.

All that we need to do is follow these small tips like wake up at the same time on the weekends as we do during the week, don't skip breakfast and weigh in before and after (Friday & Monday). Use a food diary every day, give oneself a small treat or two during the week, eat a healthy lunch before going to the mall so that we don’t give in to the temptation of unhealthy foods. Lastly, we must go for a walk during weekends also as this not only burns calories, but also improves our mood and may distract us from our cravings. So what say ready to check your weight, its Friday :-)






Friday, June 3, 2011

Secrets to long, thick & shiny hair

Long beautiful hair is usually a sign of beauty in women isn’t it? But do you know that what you eat can work magic — or wreak havoc — on your hair? The quality of your hair is dependent on how well nourished the hair follicles are and whether blood circulation to the scalp is normal and not sluggish. And the nutrients that you consume through food are the major factor that determines these conditions.

For long and healthy hair you should include natural sources of protein in your diet such as wheat, whole grains, pulses and eggs. These helps improve the thickness and the strength of your hair. Milk as well as nuts and raisins are a rich source of calcium and iron that improve the blood circulation in the scalp and increase follicular strength. Green leafy vegetables should also be eaten regularly, as they supply essential minerals to the body that stimulate hair follicles and make hair grow faster and stronger. You should also eat lots of fresh fruits, as they contain vitamins that increase the capacity of the hair follicles to absorb iron and consequently improve the strength of your hair.  Eating a bowl of unsweetened yogurt every morning is also known to prevent and control hair loss.

So, what say ready to include all these nutrients into your diet chart and make your long cherished dream of having long gorgeous beautiful hair a reality...