green tea

How to make green tea: 

Step 1: boil 1 glass water.
step 2: add a pinch of green tea in it.
Step 3 : cover it with lid
Step 4: Filter it with fennel and pour it in glass.
Step 5 : keep it in refrigertaor for sometime and add ice cubes and mint leave to add lil flavour if you want.

( note: if you have tea bags then directly dip it in water and cool it).

Benefits of green tea:

• Treats acne : extracts of  Green tea is used regularly in cosmetics like green tea oil for treating acne, skin problems.
• Prevents cancer : It contains larger amount of catechin, a substance that prevents growth of cancer cells.
• Stabilizes cardiovascular system: It helps in reducing bad cholesterol. consumption of green tea for 3-6 months helps in controlling systolic and diastolic blood pressure.It has shownn positive result in preventing stroke.
• Weight management: Regular consumption 3-4 cups of green tea per day has shown positive result in reducing weight,

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About Dt. Vaishali Gaur
After her Graduation in Nutrition and Post Graduation in  Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, She has worked with Max Balaji Hospital , Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.
For Inquiries please contact : info.vaishaligaur@gmail.com

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Foods that keep you active - power food

How about being active throughout the day? Certainly there are POWER foods which can raise your energy levels to keep you fresh always.The day you feel fatigued may be due to the lack of the essential vitamins and minerals in your body. Try on some foods mentioned below that can  ENERGIZE you : 

• OATS :                                                                                                      

Oatmeal is a complex carbohydrate which controls the blood glucose levels thus keeps your stomach full for a longer time. A rich source of Fiber and B-complex vitamins, it definitely enhances the energy in your body. The main component in this is Beta Glucan that helps to maintain normal blood glucose level.     

      

                                                                                 

• NUTS:                                                                                                                            

A combination of walnuts, apricots, peanuts, black raisins, almonds is one of the most healthy snack which also helps in maintaining energy levels in your tiresome day. It also provides with some of the basic essential nutrients like Magnesium, Zinc, Calcium. Also, fiber in the nuts gives a feeling of fullness that controls the hunger pangs.                                                                                                                                                       

• EGGS:                                                                                                                             

 High in Protein and rich in amino acids, this is the one of the superfoods which has multiple benefits. Apart from giving that muscular growth, it helps in boosting the immune system of the body. Ideally, it should be eaten in the morning meal and post any sport activity. Best post-workout meal, ideal for gym goers, athletes, body builders, players..                                                         

• BANANA:                                                                                                                       

An instant energy provider, good source of fiber, excellent for runners, rich source of potassium.This food is the best simple carb that can be given after a sport activitiy, also eating a banana is good way to start your day.

• GREEN TEA :                                                                                                                

Another good way to start your day. rich in antioxidants containing polyphenols which keeps the body full of energy and mind alert. It also helps to prevent Cancer due to the presence of antioxidants.It also keeps the body hydrated.


                                                                                                                                                          

• YOGHURT :                                                                                                                           

A good source of Calcium, protein and B-vitamins, it converts the nutrients into energy. A healthy mid-meal snack that can provide the essential nutrients that boosts immune system. May also be taken in the form of lassi or buttermilk.  

• COCONUT WATER :                                                                                                              

A good source of potassium that maintain the electrolytes in the body. This one is the best natural drink during or after any sport activity. Energy boosting food that is one of a kind which is low in sugar and fats.This will also keep your body hydrated during summers. 
                                                         

• LENTILS :                                                                                                                            

Rich in fiber and protein, this food is mostly overlooked but it helps to enhance the energy levels also maintaining the satiety for a longer duration. It can be taken with other pulses and beans.                                

• DARK CHOCOLATE :                                                                                                          

For chocolate lovers, this one is rich in antioxidants which helps in delay ageing process by keeping the sugars at lower level, and is an instant source of energy.

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 About Dt. Vaishali Gaur
After her Graduation in Nutrition and Post Graduation in  Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, She worked in Max Balaji Hospital , Pushpanjali Hospital and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.

For Inquiries please contact : info.vaishaligaur@gmail.com
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What Are Fat burning food ?

It’s true that there are some food stuffs that help in burning your fat. There are some food and herbs that have high thermogenic effect that will cut down your calories. some have binding ability to excrete out extra fat from the body.

 Fat is deposited in adipose tissue of your body, and will disappear only with healthy diet and exercise. Include these herbs and food along with healthy diet and exercise to remove excess fat from your body:

Green tea

According to the American Journal Of Clinical Nutrition report, drinking 4 cups of green tea for eight weeks showed good results in shedding weight. EGCG is the compound present in brew that is responsible for cutting down your weight.Try to have green tea in between meals and one when you wake up in the morning.

Hot peppers
Capsaicin is the compound present in chilli pepper, that helps to burn your extra calories. Add them in your food as seasoning, as they can not be consumed individually.They have a high thermogenic property that will burn out your calories.

 

Sprouted fenugreek seeds:

Fenugreek seeds are a good source of a polysaccharide known as galactomannan. They are also rich in soluble fibres. Fibres helps in giving feeling of fullness.So they will stop you from eating much. Take 1 tsp of sprouted fermented seeds empty stomach in the morning.

Triphala

It is a ayurvedic herbal formula consisting of equal portion of amalaki,bibhitaki,haritaki. It has reported successful result in weight loss, anemia,constipation.It also has antioxidant,anti-inflammatory properties.Consume 1/2 tsp of triphala with a cup of lukewarm water.

Ginger and lemon water

Drink 1 cup lukewarm water , by adding around 8 tsp of lemon juice & ginger juice.It helps in excreting excess weight and fat from your body.Ginger also helps in reduction of flatulence. It also clear 'micro circulatory channels' of the body.

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About Dt. Vaishali Gaur
After her Graduation in Nutrition and Post Graduation in  Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, She worked in Max Balaji Hospital , Pushpanjali Hospital and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.
For Inquiries please contact : info.vaishaligaur@gmail.com

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How To diet At Party?

Diet at party seems really dificult. when we go out in party we don’t think much while eating ,we have a habit of trying maximum food items available there.

when we carefully plan our diet,sometimes it happens that we have to go out to attend someone's wedding,or birthday party or some family get together.At that time one thought pokes in our mind, to avoid dieting and eat all the tempting things.

But we can manage our diet even at party.Some tips that i follow while going out can be useful for you also:

• Maximum times when i have to go out, i try to eat some fruits before leaving ,that fills little bit of my stomach.Fruits provide plenty of soluble dietary fiber, which helps to ward off cholesterol and fats from the body and to help in smooth bowel movements as well as offer relief from constipation ailments.
  
• When we enter parties we are served with beverages,that are high in calories.rather than picking these high calorie beverages, i prefer picking up some fruit juices like mix juices,or other fruit juices or sometimes i prefer drinking water or lemonade, just to avoid intake of empty calories.
  
• A party means  you will be tempted to taste all delicious snacks like chips,cutlets,cheese balls, etc.Here one thing we have to keep in mind is that we should not try each and every snack that is being served by the waiter.we will have to limit ourself. Most importantly we should pick only roasted and grilled food items.
  
• Before going for main course,i prefer drinking soup.This will again fill liitle bit of my stomach and will not let me eat extra in main course.
  
• Finally while going for main course,try to be little more attentive,fill maximum plate with salads and yogurt or with some steamed food items and sizzlers.try to take protein sources like grilled fish,dal,rather than carbohydrate sources.
  
• Try to avoid eating dessert,and if you can not resist then just eat very little amout of it. i.e. just for taste.
  
  

After coming back home drink a cup of herbal tea,or green tea or just a cup of lukewarm water,this will help in removing extra fat and will detoxify your body.

follow these small tips to continue dieting even at party.

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About Dt. Vaishali Gaur
After her Graduation in Nutrition and Post Graduation in  Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition from the prestigious Lady Irwin College, She worked in Max Balaji Hospital , Pushpanjali Hospital and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.
For Inquiries please contact : info.vaishaligaur@gmail.com

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