healthy diet benefits

Straight from the bazaar: 7 everyday foods that can improve your cardiac health

Boost heart health naturally with Bangladesh’s local superfoods like red lentils, ruhi fish, peanuts, bottle gourd, banana, cucumber, and onions. These antioxidant-rich, cholesterol-lowering, heart-friendly foods support blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and improve cardiac wellness.

Rethink your food habits for affordable and healthy options

Revamp food habits with budget-friendly swaps: corn flour for wheat, green papaya for cucumber, and guava for apples. Choose cheaper food colours, switch beef for fish, and experiment with nutritious, affordable alternatives for a healthier, cost-effective diet.

35 and pregnant: Navigating the myths and realities

The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.

Food for thought: Things to eat to improve mental health

It's 2024 and we all know the importance of a healthy diet for physical health. But what about its impact on our mental well-being? Just like the rest of our body, the brain thrives on nourishment and the quality of that nourishment significantly influences our mood, cognitive function, and even our resilience to stress.

Here’s why watermelons are good for you

Watermelons are not merely a symbol of summer refreshment. They are an excellent source of hydration and nutrition. Beyond its irresistible watery sweetness, the fruit is preferred for its ability to sustain good health and invigorate the body.

Boost your mood naturally: Foods that make you happy

Popularly known as the happy hormone, dopamine enhances feelings of well-being and pleasure. Although it has been widely acknowledged that indulging oneself or engaging in various activities can trigger a surge of dopamine, scientific findings reveal that certain food items can elicit a similar response!

Want healthy skin? Consider eating these special foods

Nowadays, more and more research on the relationship between food and health is pointing to the fact that one's dietary choices have a major impact on skin health as they age. If you want to get a glowing skin, the following foods can help!

Steal Akshay Kumar's fitness moves for a Bollywood-worthy body!

If you are looking for inspiration for your fitness routines, here are 5 lessons you can learn from Akshay Kumar.

Mindful Eating: How to nurture a healthy relationship with food

It is easy to develop thoughtless eating behaviours in today's fast-paced society where there is little time for reflection. This problem is made worse by processed meals and marketing, which makes people feel disconnected from their dietary preferences. Let us explore the practice of mindful eating and the methods for developing a positive relationship with food.

July 2, 2023
July 2, 2023

How to unlock the secrets to a fulfilling life

Happiness is a lifelong quest. It is a state of mind, a state of satisfaction and contentment and it is subjective. While it is impossible to be happy at all times, a combination of intentional practice and mindful habits can steer people in the direction of long-term satisfaction and happiness. So, below, we list some steps to be taken for a happier life.

June 26, 2023
June 26, 2023

Nutritional benefits of jackfruit

Jackfruit is a summer delight in this part of the world. Packed with nutrition the raw fruit is eaten as a vegetable; it is consumed as a ripe fruit; used to make pithas and other sweet dishes. Many include jackfruit in their summer diet, while others detest the taste and the smell. Be that as it may, jackfruit remains one of the richest sources of vitamins, minerals, and fibres.

March 19, 2023
March 19, 2023

Changing your food habits and lifestyle for a healthy body

The food you put in your system will have an impact on your organs, bones, brain, and cells. Scientific research states that on average an adult loses over 300 billion cells every day and the only way to replace those cells is through the food we eat, which acts as fuel for us to replenish those lost cells. When we eat toxic, less nutritional food our bodies stop manufacturing new healthy cells. Also, regular indulgence in processed food fills our system with chemicals and toxins that affect our organ’s resilience. When we eat healthy it replenishes our body internally and we see the results of having more energy, and more spontaneity in our daily life.

October 17, 2022
October 17, 2022

Why go nuts: All the benefits you can reap

Consuming nuts as part of a healthy diet may be beneficial to health. Nuts are high in unsaturated fatty acids and other nutrients. They are also great as a snack because they are cheap, easy to store, and portable. One disadvantage of nuts is that some are high in calories, so portion control is essential. However, choosing nuts over a less healthy snack may help you stick to a heart-healthy diet.

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