foods_afetyandhealthylifestyle

16/06/2025

14/06/2025

Nutraceuticals: Food with a Purpose

As a Food Technologist and Dietitian, I believe that the right food can be your best medicine. Nutraceuticals are natural compounds found in everyday foods that offer medical or health benefits.Including prevention and treatment of disease.

From antioxidants in berries to probiotics in fermented foods, these powerful ingredients support your immunity, gut health, and overall wellness. Start nourishing your body with intention. ✨

Let’s make food functional. 💚

13/06/2025

You’ve tried all the health hacks...
But have you tried pressing the most powerful “reset button” your body has?

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12/06/2025

🍈 Star Fruit: A Natural Star with a Hidden Side!

Star fruit, also known as Carambola, is juicy, tangy, and packed with health benefits:
✅ Rich in Vitamin C
✅ High in dietary fiber
✅ Boosts immunity & aids digestion
✅ Low in calories – perfect for healthy snacking!

🚫 But caution! Not for everyone.
If you have kidney problems or are on dialysis, avoid star fruit.

Why? It contains:
🔬 Oxalic acid – can accumulate in the body and damage kidneys
🧠 Caramboxin – a neurotoxin that can affect the brain in kidney-impaired individuals

⚠️ Possible side effects include confusion, seizures, and even coma in severe cases.

👉 If your kidneys are healthy, enjoy in moderation.
But for those with kidney issues — it’s a no-go. Stay safe and informed!

11/06/2025

Hypoglycemia is a condition where your blood sugar (glucose) drops too low — often below 70 mg/dL.
It can cause shakiness, sweating, confusion, dizziness, or even fainting.

10/06/2025

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Creamy, delicious, and packed with probiotics – yoghurt is your gut’s best friend! 🥣✨ Include it in your daily diet for better digestion and overall wellness.

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09/06/2025

Don’t skip breakfast your body deserves a strong start! 🌞🍽️
Make it nourishing. Make it count.

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08/06/2025

Fruit or juice – what’s better for your health? 🍎🥤
Whole fruits are packed with fiber and keep you full longer, while juices can be quick but often miss out on fiber. Choose smart, stay healthy!

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07/06/2025

Food safety starts with awareness and ends with healthy living. 🍽✅
Clean hands, clean kitchen, clean habits — because every meal matters!

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06/06/2025

Eating well doesn’t mean saying goodbye to your favorite foods. It’s all about balance, portion control, and enjoying everything in moderation.
Because sustainability in wellness comes from joy, not restriction....👍

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31/05/2025

The Future of Gut Health
Unlike probiotics, postbiotics don’t require refrigeration, are more stable, and survive food processing  making them perfect for modern functional foods. They are safe even for those with sensitive guts or weakened immunity and are known to reduce inflammation, support digestion, and boost immunity. 🌿

In the world of food technology, postbiotics are already being added to fermented dairy drinks, functional snacks, and even coconut-based fermented beverages. The magic is not just in eating healthy, but in how your gut responds to it.

Postbiotics are the safe, stable, science-backed superheroes of modern wellness  and they’re just getting started! If you’re passionate about gut health, clean foods, and Kerala’s tropical potential, stay tuned. More coming soon.

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