Sabita's Cheenikum

08/02/2026

🙏 Feedback & Suggestions (Please take this in the right spirit)
Marking was intentionally strict this time to maintain fairness and learning standards. Some participants submitted their pictures late or took extra time, and a few prepared only one dish instead of the required number. These factors did impact the overall evaluation.
Ex*****on varied across entries. While some dishes were executed well, others appeared messy or confusing. In certain cases, nutritional balance was missing. Cream usage was acceptable, but balance and purpose were not clearly justified.
Regarding cheese, the judges felt it was more suitable for children. From a nutritionist’s perspective as well, cheese can be appropriate for specific reasons—especially for kids—but moderation and overall balance are essential.
Live presentations also need improvement. Camera angles, lighting, and framing were not properly managed by some participants, which affected evaluation. Despite being given ample pre-preparation time, the advantage was largely not utilized. Presentation overall—including that of the winners—was not up to the mark, and this is an area everyone needs to work on.
Another very important point: originality is non-negotiable. Please do not copy exactly what someone has already done. In a few instances, dishes were found to be carbon copies, cooked by different participants on the same day. This is not acceptable and goes against the spirit of learning and creativity.
These suggestions are shared only to improve ex*****on skills and overall performance. The intention is to help every participant grow, so that as a group we can build extraordinary home chefs and bring out the very best in each one of you. I genuinely hope the upcoming challenges will be at a higher level—more exciting, more challenging, and more refined.
Organising a contest is not an easy task, and declaring results is even harder. As organisers, we also feel bad at times—but a contest is a contest. Learning comes only through honest feedback, discipline, and acceptance.
🌟 Congratulations to all the winners, and heartfelt appreciation to every participant and viewer. Without your efforts, enthusiasm, and support, this initiative would not have been possible. Keep learning, keep improving, and most importantly—keep believing in your journey.
We grow together. 💛

15/01/2026

Iveee Boiss Jee 🌸
We warmly welcome Iveee jee to our judging panel! A valued member of our group, she has won several contests and has always supported us by hosting live sessions whenever needed. With her sweet, sober personality and immense talent, her culinary journey—started as early as third standard—reflects her love for local flavors and simple, nourishing techniques. We’re truly delighted to have her with us. 👩‍🍳✨
Sabrina Yasmin Jee 🌟
Sabrina Yasmin jee needs no introduction. Exceptionally talented and known for her mastery in both traditional and international cuisines, she brings deep knowledge and a sharp eye for detail to the judging table. Her sincerity and warmth make her truly special.

Thank you both of you for accepting our invitation and judging . 💚👩‍🍳
✨ Honored to have both our judges for this Winter Special celebration of Saag Pe Swag! ✨

12/01/2026

🌿 HURRAY! WINTER CONTEST – SPECIAL LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT 🌿
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BbqlWxGIl6qBh5hhw6hbrD
Please join this whatsgroup for more information

✨ Let’s get ready… It’s a LIVE Cooking Contest! ✨
📅 Contest Dates: 17th January to 28th January
⏱ Live Cooking Time: 40 minutes (including plating)
🌱 Theme: LEAFY VEGGIES – SAAG IS THE HERO INGREDIENT
The star of your dish must be SAAG 🥬
Examples include (but are not limited to):
Bathua, Palak, Laal Saag, Methi, Sarson, Poi (Malabar spinach), Drumstick leaves (Moringa/Sajana), Radish leaves, Amaranth (Koshala, Leutia), Pumpkin leaves, Lauki leaves, Potato leaves, or any local edible leafy greens...infact Micro green's also fine. You can use different saag in your different dishes.

👉 You may use one or multiple varieties of saag, but saag must be used in EVERY dish prepared live.

🍽 Dish Format (Mandatory)
Only VEGETARIAN recipes (❌ no egg allowed)
Dish must be a complete meal, such as:

*Paratha + Sabji + Chutney
*Rice + Saag Curry + Dal
*Breakfast plate / Snacks platter
*Lunch or Dinner Thali etc
Hashtag use mandatory. After your live share your pic in our group.

Your Name
Dish Nane :
1)..
2)..
3)..
4)...

Name the leafy greens(Saag you used)






*Minimum 2–3 items required
Each item must contain saag
Side components like curd, chutney, salad, sauces, dips are allowed,

*👉 but saag usage is compulsory in all LIVE-prepared dishes*
🔥 Cooking Rules
✔ Baking allowed
✔ Gas stove / Chulha / Microwave / Induction / Air fryer – all allowed
✔ Steaming & boiling allowed
❌ Deep frying NOT allowed
✔ Shallow fry / Tawa fry / Pan fry allowed
✔ Grilled
*⏳ Live Cooking & Pre-Preparation Rules*

*Boiling of saag or any ingredient must be done LIVE
*Cutting/chopping of saag must be done LIVE
*You may clean and wash saag beforehand
*Cutting/chopping of other veggies, ginger, garlic can be pre-prepared
*Soaking like nuts or Rice or dry fruits or spices etc fine
*Boiling of anything allowed only in live whether it's saag or veggies
*Masala powders or fresh paste can be prepared in advance
Sauces, chutneys, dips, salad for plating purpose only may be pre-prepared
*🎨 Plating & Hygiene
Plating elements like sauce, chutney, mayo can be used for looks. This is just for decoration plating. But if someone makes saag chutney please better donit in live
*You can use any flour ,Rice millets suji other veggies
*Maintain proper cleanliness
*After live share your pic/images in our Facebook cheenikum by Sabita group.
*One full pic of whole dish,Each dish pics should share separately too. No selfie required. Image should be clear. For beauty or presentation you can pre prepare anything before live like salad sauce mynese etc just for the beauty. .
*Invite 20 friends to our group nd share screen shot in comment section.
Apron is compulsory 👩‍🍳
*🌿 Important Reminder:
Once you choose SAAG, it must be used in each and every dish prepared LIVE.
✨ Get creative, stay healthy, and let saag shine on your plate!
All the best to all participants! 💚🥬
Note Within 15 minutes after the live ends, please share your plating photos in the group.
📸 Share:
Individual photo of each dish
One complete plating (full setup) photo
⚠️ Please do not change the plating after your live.
The plating should be exactly the same as shown during the live.

28/12/2025

Fermented Kanji also two more that is (Carrot + Chilli) 🥕🌶️
A traditional probiotic drink made from fermented carrots & chillies.
Benefits: • Improves gut health & digestion
• Reduces gas, bloating & constipation
• Boosts immunity
• Supports liver health
• Helps metabolism & weight management
• Good for sugar & BP control (supports, not replaces medicines)
How to take:
½–1 cup daily, best mid-morning or with lunch

15/12/2025

Winter vibes in my garden ❄️🌿
Below 10°C and a perfect Sunday lunch—pure Odia-style fish curry with mustard paste, slow-cooked on a home-made chulha by my mausi.
Burnt brinjal–tomato chutney, winter sunshine, and soulful flavours… pure happiness 🤍☀️

29/10/2025

🎉 5th Anniversary Celebration Message 🎉
Congratulations all

Dear Members,

As our group proudly celebrates its 5th Anniversary, we have a special surprise for all of you — a small token of love to express our heartfelt gratitude. 💖

You all are our darling members, who always manage to take out precious time for us — whether it’s through contests, motivational posts, or simply by being a part of this beautiful journey. Your presence means the world to us!

We understand it’s not always possible to reward everyone in every contest, but this time, as it’s a milestone celebration, we want to show our appreciation to each one of you for your continuous love, participation, and support. 🌟

A special thanks to those who participated for the first time — we truly hope to see your enthusiastic participation in our upcoming contests too!

As you all know, the gifts are personally sponsored by Sandhya Ma’am and me, so while they may be small, they come straight from our hearts — with the hope that they bring a big smile to your face. 😊

Thank you once again for being part of this wonderful family.
Lots of love to everyone, and a big heartfelt thanks to our beloved Sandhya Ma’am for her constant support and love. ❤️

With gratitude,
[Cheenikum Team]

29/10/2025

🎉 Special Mention Alert! 🎉 For Motivational post Mitali Kalita jee and Damayanti Nath jee
A big shoutout to our lovely Mitali jee and Damayanti jee for their amazing post in our SS contest! 💫

We’re so happy that even with their busy schedules, they took out time to post and share their warm wishes on our group’s anniversary day! 💐

Thank you both for your love, energy, and constant support — it truly keeps our group spirit alive! ❤️

28/10/2025

🌿 Your Gut Is the Foundation of Your Health 🌿

A healthy gut is the backbone of your entire body.
Most health concerns — whether it’s constipation, IBS, acidity, bloating, dehydration, or digestive discomfort — begin in the gut.

At Cheenikum Wellness Clinic, we believe that food is your true medicine.
No supplements. No shortcuts. Just the power of balanced, homemade meals that cleanse, nourish, and heal from within.

✅ Restore your digestion
✅ Relieve IBS and bloating
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Everything you need for a healthy gut is already in your kitchen — you just need to know how to use it right.

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26/10/2025

12/10/2025

🧬 1. What’s Happening in the Body

Insulin resistance means your body’s cells don’t respond properly to insulin — the hormone that helps glucose (sugar) enter your cells for energy.
To compensate, your pancreas releases more insulin → leading to high insulin levels (hyperinsulinemia).

This excess insulin triggers certain skin changes, especially around the neck, armpits, groin, or elbows.

🩸 2. Why Neck Skin Shows Changes
Insulin acts like a growth signal for skin cells and pigment cells:

It stimulates keratinocytes (outer skin cells) to grow more → thicker skin or visible lines/folds.
It stimulates melanocytes (pigment cells) → darker or velvety skin tone.
This combination causes a condition called Acanthosis Nigricans, which appears as:

Dark, velvety, or dirty-looking patches
Deepened skin lines on neck or back of neck
Slightly rough or thickened texture

⚠️ 3. What It Means
These neck lines or dark folds are not dirt or aging signs — they’re a skin marker of internal insulin resistance.

They’re often seen in:

Type 2 diabetes
PCOS (Polycystic O***y Syndrome)
Obesity or overweight
Thyroid imbalances
People with strong family history of diabetes

🍎 4. What You Can Do
You can reverse or lighten these neck changes by improving insulin sensitivity:

✅ Diet & Lifestyle
Follow a low-glycemic, fiber-rich, anti-inflammatory diet (vegetables, whole grains, lean protein).
Avoid refined sugar, white flour, and processed foods.
Practice intermittent fasting (like your 14 hr fasting window — excellent!).
Exercise daily — especially strength training or yoga that improves glucose metabolism.
Ensure adequate sleep and stress control — high cortisol worsens insulin resistance

🧴 Topical Care (supportive)
Gentle exfoliation (like lactic acid or urea-based creams).
Aloe vera, niacinamide, or vitamin E creams for lightening and healing.
Always combine with internal correction — creams alone won’t help if insulin stays high.

🧪 5. Tests You Can Ask Your Doctor For
To confirm or monitor insulin resistance:

Fasting Insulin
HOMA-IR Index (calculated from fasting insulin and glucose)
HbA1c (average 3-month sugar control)
Fasting blood sugar and lipid profile

🌿 Summary
Sign Why it happens What it means
Neck lines/dark folds Excess insulin stimulates skin growth Early insulin resistance
Velvety dark skin patches Overactive pigment cells Pre-diabetic change
Skin tags (small soft bumps) High insulin & sugar Common in diabetes/PCOS