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03/05/2015

Autistic children have a hard time expressing their emotions, finding a fun and creative way to help them express their emotions could help in better understanding them.

29/04/2015

Why are girls at more risk of getting an Autism diagnosis... read all about the less severe symptoms that girls display.

Girls are likely to be diagnosed with autism later than boys, a new study claims, possibly because girls present less severe symptoms than boys.

07/04/2015

In a study of almost 16,000 pregnant women, researchers found that a cell-free DNA blood test carried out between 10-14 weeks gestation was more effective for diagnosing Down syndrome than standard screening methods.

A study led by UCSF researchers finds a cell-free DNA blood test is more accurate for detecting Down syndrome in early pregnancy than standard techniques.

02/04/2015

Today is World Autism Day.. share and inform. The eighth annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2015. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events. How will you celebrate?

28/03/2015

What's a good snack for your child?

16/03/2015

Top 5 Green Shakes For Weight Loss

1. Celery and Apple Shake:

Ingredients

Water – 1 cup
Romaine lettuce – 1 bunch, finely chopped
Organic celery – 3 stalks
Spinach – ½ a bunch
Pear – 1, preferably organic
Green apple – 1, preferably organic
Juice of one lime – freshly squeezed
Preparation:

Add romaine lettuce along with to a blender and blend at low speed until the mixture becomes a smooth one.
Mix in spinach, celery, pear and apples and blend thoroughly at high speed.
Add a splash of lime juice and serve cold.
Tips:

Add cilantro or parsley for a rich flavor.

2. Cucumber and Mint Shake:

Ingredients:

Spinach – 1 bunch, chopped
Mint – 1 sprig
Parsley – 1 sprig
Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Cucumber – 1, preferably organic
Celery stalks – 1 cup, chopped
Ginger root – 1 inch, peeled, finely chopped
Ice cubes – 4
Preparation:

Add all the ingredients to the blender, except the ice cubes.
Blend at high speed to get a smooth shake.
Transfer to a tall glass, top with ice cubes, and serve.

3. Mixed Green Shake:

Water – ¾ cup
Green grapes – 1 cup
Pineapple – ¼ cup
Spinach – 1 cup, finely chopped
Romaine lettuce – 1 cup
Ice cubes – 1 cup
Preparation:

Add all the ingredients to blender, except the ice cubes.
Blend at high speed to get a smooth shake.
Allow to chill, top up with ice cubes, and serve.
4. Citrus Green Shake:

Ingredients:

Water – 1 cup
Broccoli – 8 florets, medium sized, chopped
Celery – 4 stalks, medium
Tangerine – 1, large
Ginger – ½ tsp, finely grated
Preparation:

Blend celery with tangerine and water for 30 seconds at high speed.
Add broccoli and ginger on high speed for 60 seconds.
Transfer to a glass, chill, and serve.
5. Pineapple-Spinach Shake:

Ingredients:

Pineapple – 1 cup, chopped
Spinach – 1 cup, chopped
Fresh parsley – ¼ cup
Ginger – ½ tsp, freshly grated
Preparation:

1. Add all the ingredients to the blender.

2. Blend for 1 minute on high speed.

3. Transfer to a tall serving glass, chill, and serve.

Tips:

1. These shakes should strictly contain vegetables and fruits only; so avoid including dairy products, including yoghurt and milk.

2. Do not include fat in the smoothies, including healthy fats and coconut. Excessive fat can trigger bloating and also hamper body’s carbohydrate absorption power.

Do not stick on to a single shake; keep changing your green shakes to reap the benefits in a better way. Green shakes and smoothies can certainly help you lose weight, but you need to change your diet and lifestyle for the lasting benefits. So why don’t you start utilizing these green shakes to lose weight right away along with adopting a healthy diet and fitness regimen?

13/03/2015

Kids can be hard to please, don't worry we'll give you a solution. Make food fun, and your kids will not resist :)

If you have picky eaters, we have the solution for you. Get creative with your food presentation! :)

12/03/2015

What a great idea for promoting healthy eating habits in children.

05/03/2015

DO you know what a binge eater is? Are you a binge eater?

Binge eating leaves you feeling guilty, disgusted or depressed. It can lead to being overweight and obese. Stay in control with these 7 binge eating tips

04/03/2015

Aloe Vera's benefits are not only for external use...

27/02/2015

What should your plate look like? We have it broken down for you.