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Eating healthy is the cornerstone of good health, but how you eat is just as important as what you eat. Every meal is an opportunity to nourish your body, and taking your time while eating can significantly impact digestion and gut health. Focusing on this, Karan Rajan, a doctor and author, shared an insightful post on Instagram about the benefits ...

Ingredients: * 75 ml mustard oil * 0.5 tsp black cumin * 2 tbsp garlic, chopped * 200 gm onion, chopped * 150 gm tomatoes, chopped * 1 tsp ginger, chopped * 2-3 green chillies * 2 tbsp curry leaves * 800 gm chicken leg cubes, boneless * 1 tbsp tomato paste * 1 tbsp red chili powder * 1 ...

If you listen to some self-proclaimed exercise experts on social media, they swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat. But it’s a common misconception that exercising in a fasted state improves performance or burns more calories, said Abby Langer, a dietitian in Toronto. “The research shows that in terms of gains, it doesn’t really make much ...

Sharvari is back with a bang to claim her throne as a sartorial queen on her social media handle. The 27-year-old actress looked like a wonder in her latest closet outing that saw her draped in an off shoulder gold gown that our jaws drop to the floor. Sharvari made sure to keep her wardrobe game on point as she ...

Iftar is the meal that is enjoyed after sunset, marking the end of the daily fast. Traditionally, it begins with the eating of dates and drinking water, followed by a larger meal. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Prachi Chandra, Lead Clinical Nutritionist at Sakra World Hospital in Bengaluru, suggested, “Break the fast by consuming few pieces of soaked dried ...

Weight gain is something a lot of us worry about. It could be trying to shed those extra kilos or just maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we often try to eat clean by choosing the right foods, avoiding junk food or maybe, eating in moderation. But, while we focus on eating clean, we often tend to overlook one factor in this ...

Diabetes leads to increased urination, which further leads to rapid fluid loss from the body. Hence, hydration is one of the crucial factors in managing diabetes. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Anantha Krishnan, internal medicine specialist and diabetologist, Prashanth Hospitals, Chennai said that it is not just about drinking water, “Proper hydration involves balancing electrolytes and adopting smart ...

The government has reduced import duties on fresh fruits to keep prices affordable during the holy month of Ramadan. National Board of Revenue (NBR) confirmed this in a press release on Tuesday. The supplementary duty at the import stage has been lowered from 30 per cent to 25 per cent, while the 5 per cent advance tax has been completely ...

I cannot start my day without a hot brew but reading about its effects when taken on an empty stomach made me think. That comforting blend of tea leaves, milk, and spices is a ritual deeply ingrained in my daily routine. However, I found that many people were feeling unexpectedly sluggish instead of refreshed after their morning tea. To understand ...

Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims around the world, marked by fasting from dawn to sunset. This spiritual practice encourages self-discipline, empathy, and connection to God. However, Ramadan is not only about abstaining from food and drink; it also requires maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet during the non-fasting hours, particularly at Sehri (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (meal to ...