Happi Kitchen

06/08/2024

क्या आप हेल्थी खा रहे है
Are you eating healthy

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25/12/2022

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04/10/2022

11 Reasons Why Berries Are Among the Healthiest Foods on Earth

● Loaded with antioxidants. ...
● May help improve blood sugar and insulin response. ...
● High in fiber. ...
● Help fight inflammation. ...
● May help lower cholesterol levels. ...
● May be good for your skin. ...
● May help protect against cancer. ...
● May help keep your arteries healthy.

16/09/2022

Spinach is not the best source of iron! 'Popeye the sailor man' k time se hume ye lagta aaraha hai iron matlab spinach. We still think it is the best source of iron for vegetarians. But hum yaha galat hain.

An average man and women above age 51 need 8 mg of iron per day, whereas women below 51 years need 18 mg iron in a day (for the lost blood during menstrual cycle). Therefore, it is important to recognize seasonal and easily-available options that are actually rich sources of iron.

So, what is the best source of iron according to you, we are not listening to Popeye here!
We did our own research and found out that rajma or kidney beans contain more iron than spinach! A 100 g of raw spinach contains 2.71 mg iron. On the other hand, rajma contains 8.2 mg iron of the same amount!

WHY IS SPINACH NOT A GREAT SOURCE OF IRON?

Spinach contains iron to a good extent but it also contains the antinutrient- Oxalic acid which inhibits the absorption of iron in the body. But according to research, soluble oxalic acid can be reduced from 30-87% after boiling.

BUT WHAT ABOUT ANTINUTRIENTS IN RAW RAJMA?

Although raw, uncooked kidney beans contain phytic acid. It is an antinutrient that impairs or blocks the absorption of iron and other minerals like zinc, calcium, magnesium, chromium and manganese in the body. But no one eats uncooked rajma, right? So, this problem can be easily solved by soaking and cooking the rajma properly.

Here is another way we consume rajma that increases iron absorption in the body. Rajma making involves addition of onion and garlic to it. Both of these improve the absorption of iron drastically.

HOW CAN YOU MAXIMISE YOUR IR0N INTAKE?

• Pair iron-rich foods with foods rich in Vitamin C.
• Avoid taking calcium-rich foods with iron-rich foods.

So, befikar hoke khao apne favourite rajma chawal, aur improve karo apne iron levels!

07/09/2022

📌 REASONS WHY ORGANIC AND HOMEMADE MEALS ARE BEST FOR YOUR BABIES.

🔶️ NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS
Processed baby foods are often heated to extreme temperatures to kill bacteria, which also kills the nutrients. Making homemade baby food means you can use fresh, seasonal ingredients to boost your baby’s immune system with the vitamins and minerals they need throughout the year. You also have the power to adapt your baby’s weaning meal to their taste for a nutrient-rich meal!

🔶 ️ LESS PROCESSED
Homemade baby food as it is not processed as that from a jar/canned so retains more nutrients. Processed or Jarred/canned baby foods can be thickened with ingredients like starches to preserve and bulk them up but lack flavor. Homemade meals are easy to adapt for your weaning baby.

🔶️ COST - EFFECTIVE
If you are considering buying a jar of baby food, think again! Homemade baby food means only paying for the ingredients you use; no manufacturing or packaging costs. By offering an adapted version of your family meal to suit their weaning stage, your baby won’t have to reach for your plate because they have their portion. Including your tot in family meal-time will make them more enjoyable too.

🔶️ VARIETY
Packaged foods have to meet standards so every jar of ‘Baby cereal you buy will taste the same and have a similar texture. Homemade food will always taste a little different due to seasonal produce or alternating herbs and spices can make the same recipe taste different every time!

🔶️ REDUCES RISK OF FUSSY EATERS
processed food both packet are all of the same or similar textures and can be quite bland or lack variety; not beneficial when weaning! Introducing your weaning baby to a wide variety of foods and textures is essential to avoid developing fussy eating habits or food phobias. Offering homemade baby food is the best, and easiest way to go about it.


🔶️ SAVES TIME
You can make your homemade baby food in large quantity and store in the freezer or fridge. Whenever you want to feed, bring out each batch and give.

05/09/2022

Whenever we think of a healthier lifestyle, the first thing we take out of our system is SUGAR.

One thing you do whether you have diabetes or trying to get in shape- Artificial sweeteners are the go-to option for most of us, and we utilise them as a healthy alternative without compromising on our taste buds. It is not surprising that sugar-free is the bestseller on Amazon. A lot of you were asking us to share our views on sugar-free.

So we went ahead and compared sugar-free with our traditional shakkar and what we found was SHOCKING !!

On the front-most label of Sugar-free, it is written that it has zero calories in it, but if you look behind, the nutritional brand, 1.9Kcals, is mentioned in 0.5gm of sugar-free. If we compare sugar-free with our traditional shakkar, 100gms of sugar-free has 390 Kcals while 100gms of shakkar has 385 Kcals. If we talk about carbs, sugar-free is having 100gms, whereas shakkar has 98gms of carbs.

OKAY, NOW YOU WILL ASK ONLY 1/5 OF THE SUGAR-FREE IS USED AS COMPARED TO CONVENTIONAL SUGAR, SO ISNT IT HEALTHY?

NO, sugar-free doesn't have any nutritional value. It is highly processed, whereas our traditional shakkar is rich in iron, magnesium, and calcium. Some of the side effects of sugar-free are :

Bad for your digestion: Yes, it is now proven that excessive use of Artificial sweeteners can significantly affect your gut health. A study finds that when consumed for as little as two weeks, common alternatives to sugar affect intestinal bacterial communities, with some reducing the body's ability to regulate blood glucose levels.
May increase the appetite: If you've switched from sugar to an artificial sweetener made from sucralose as part of a weight-loss strategy, a new study has concerning news, Artificial sweeteners may increase appetite in women and people with obesity.

BOTTOMLINE :

A year ago, hardly any research papers were there to prove that Artificial Sugars are bad, but during the last few years, we have had new research that suggests that it may have some negative impact on your health. Until we have any conclusive evidence, Please don't take such Zero cal option for granted.

PS: If you are diabetic or Obese, we still don't recommend Shakkar

Credits:

Dietitian Mac Singh

05/09/2022

Neha👩🏻‍🦱- Chal pastry khake ate hain, black forest teri favourite😍.

Suman👱‍♀️- Nai yaar maine chhod dia hai ye sab khana.😎 Pata hai inme chocolate ka compound use hota hai, jo kitni harmful hai🙄! Itni sugar aur fat hota hai usme!😰 Maine jab uska package dekha main to shock me hi chali gai🥺! Isse better to main kulfi kha lu

Neha👩🏻‍🦱- Oh my god! Itna bura hai dark chocolate compound!😢

DARK CHOCOLATE COMPOUND is used in all the bakeries and confectioneries to make yummy cakes🎂, puddings, pies🥧, muffins, pastries🍰, pancakes and what not!
Just imagine the calories and sugar going in your body😳. Aur keval chocolate to khaoge nahi, sath me uske bread🥖 bhi hogi, which is again made from refined flour and sugar! Not to forget, the icing, cherries🍒, chocolate sauce etc on the cake that add to the calories, fat and sugar part!🥹

We did our own research📝 and found out that a stick kulfi is typically of 60 g. So, if we compare 60 g of the Indian delicacy kulfi😋 with the same amount of dark compound chocolate, we get a huuuuuuge calorie difference of 274 calories!
That's an insane figure!😵‍💫

IS A COMPOUND OF CHOCOLATE THAT BAD?

A compound of Dark Chocolate is made up of everything but dark chocolate! 😏

1) SUGAR

Guess the primary component in dark chocolate compound🤔? We bet you would say its Dark Chocolate🥺! But no! Its sugar!🤓

60 g compound of dark chocolate contains 30.24 g sugar!😭
Kulfi on the other hand has just 4.68 g sugar.😋

2) EDIBLE VEGETABLE FAT

The dark chocolate compound contains hydrogenated vegetable oils🛢️ which are harmful for heart🫀 health, taking the total fat content to a dangerous☠️ figure of 21.66 g per 60 g. If we talk about a stick of kulfi, it contains just 3.78 g fat!

3) COCOA SOLIDS

The part that remains after cocoa butter is extracted- Cocoa solids, the characteristic ingredient, the most important part😈 of chocolate comes third in the ingredient list! 😟

4) EMULSIFIERS 492, 332

Market wali KULFI on the other hand has milk solids followed by sugar, and nuts like cashews, almonds🌰 and pistachios.

Although it also contains emulsifiers and stabilizers, synthetic food colour and added flavour. So, we won’t say it’s the best choice,🥹 but its still much much better than a compound of dark chocolate.😋

BOTTOMLIME👇🏻

Dry cakes 🍥, 75% or more dark chocolate🍫, homemade kulfi, nice creams 🍨, homemade chocolates are are the best options to consume!

Credits:

Dietitian Mac Singh

04/09/2022

One of the most common chakna, while you are sitting with your friends while having a drink, is Peanut masala. It is one of the most popular snacking options for most of us. They are not only easy to prepare but also super yummy. A lot of you asked us this question: Is consuming peanuts while drinking alcohol a good option or not.

So we went ahead and looked into the other side of peanuts that no one tells you. Here are the top 5 side effects of consuming too many peanuts.

1. High on fat
2. High in sodium
3. Restricts nutrition absorption
4. Can contribute to weight gain
5. Hard to digest

You must be wondering what can be the easiest alternative to your favorite Peanut masala. Your very popular Chana chaat which is available in most of the bars in India can be a very good alternative over Peanut masala.

In comparison to Peanut masala, Chana chaat has almost half the calories, a negligible amount of fat, and more fiber which makes it relatively a better option.

BOTTOMLINE

While according to our popular beliefs, we think that most of the things we are consuming on a daily basis are healthy ignoring the actual nutrition facts. So, enjoy your Chana chaat with your evening drink without worrying about gaining weight 😉

Credits:

Dietitian Mac Singh

01/09/2022

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27/08/2022

Amla juice is highly nutritious and has impressive health benefits.
Studies suggest that it may:

✅ Good source of Vitamin C
✅ Promotes immune function
✅ Enhances liver health
✅ Supports healthy digestion
✅ Promotes heart health
✅ May increase hair growth
✅ Improves kidney health

[The best time to drink amla juice is in the morning. Dilute a small amount (20-30 ml) in water. Honey and lemon juice can be mixed together to enhance the taste, which is optional.]

20/08/2022

Hey!!! Want to know the benefits of consuming Cold Pressed Sesame Oil ???🤔🤔🤔

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Sesame oil, also known as Gingelly or Til Oil. Oil is expressed from sesame seeds either by simply crushing or toasting over heat. Cold-pressed sesame oil is pale yellow in color. It contains a higher proportion of fatty acids than sesame oil obtained from heated seeds. In addition, the sesamolin content of cold-pressed sesame oil protects it from oxidation and, therefore, increases its shelf-life.

✅High in antioxidants
✅May help treat arthritis
✅May improve sleep quality
✅May protect against UV rays
✅May help control blood sugar
✅May help heal wounds and burns
✅Has strong anti-inflammatory properties
✅Has strong anti-inflammatory properties

Some easy dishes in which you can add sesame oil into your diet:

🍗Stir-Fries
🍜Sesame Noodles
🍤Marinades for Meat or Fish
🥗Baking or Salad Dressing (use it in significantly less quantity for cooking purposes)
🍵Sauces or Dips