Beetroots are high in inorganic nitrate, which converts to nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide relaxes and dilates blood vessels; hence it is excellent for cardiovascular health benefits. It is a high source of folate (folic acid), which is very important as it helps the body make new cells, specifically by playing a role in copying and synthesizing DNA the genetic material. Folate deficiency...
Don't throw away your overripe bananas, here is an easy recipe for you to make delicious healthy banana bread at home. Prep Time 20 minutes Prep Notes Blend your overripe bananas in a blender and keep a cupful of the blended puree ready Baking Time 50 minutes Yields 4 -6 servings Dry Ingredients 1 cup of whole wheat flour ¾ cup of oats flour ¼ cup of black raisins ¼ cup chopped walnuts ¼ cup...
Eating daily a multi-colored salad of fruits and vegetables provides immense benefits to your health. Different colors signify different phytonutrients. Anthocyanins and lycopene have antioxidant properties, and they impart the red, purple, and blue color. The compounds that give orange and yellow color are called carotenoids, helping improve your immune function. Beta-carotene is a carotenoid that your body uses to create vitamin A. Chlorophyll gives...
Here is a fusion of Lebanese hummus and Italian pesto sauce. Replace the sweet basil leaves with holy basil leaves and you end up with a powerful protein-rich immune-boosting sauce. In the Indian Ayurvedic medicine system holy basil known as tulsi is used widely as a medicinal herb. Also referred to as the "Queen of Herbs" it is an adaptogen with great therapeutic benefits for...
For vegetarians or vegans, this pancake made of fiber cum protein-rich chickpea lentil flour and vegetables can be enjoyed on its own or with sourdough bread. Prep Time 15 minutes Making Time 5 minutes Yields 6 pieces Ingredients 2 cups of gram flour 1 cup of grated carrots ½ cup of finely chopped capsicum ½ cup of chopped onions or chopped cabbage leaves can be added 3-4 chopped fresh green chilies 1...