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Growing up in a household where jackfruit has always been the king of fruits by an overenthusiastic father can be a bag of mixed feelings. However, even then, it took me more than two decades to even consider that the Jackfruit, with its pungent whiff filling up my fridge, can be used in recipes. Jackfruit can, indeed, be a versatile ...

Adults who consume more dietary copper tend to perform better on cognitive tests, including memory, attention and language, research has found. In a study of more than 2,400 Americans aged 60 and above, those eating roughly 1.4mg of copper a day scored higher on a number of cognitive assessments than those consuming less than 0.8mg. Copper, though needed in only ...

Nehari, traditionally cooked overnight and served early in the morning, was once the choice of labourers and workers who needed a heavy, protein-rich meal to start their day in the Mughal era. The workers had to work in the construction section mostly, so they required heavy meals to start the day. But in the alleys of Dhaka, that time-honoured schedule ...

Pasijah, a 55-year-old housewife in Indonesia’s Central Java province, wakes up every morning to the sound of the sea. If that sounds idyllic, it is anything but. Her home is the only one remaining in this part of Rejosari Senik, a small village on Java’s northern coast that was once on dry land but is now submerged by water. Over ...

We’ve all heard that the advice about having a good breakfast can set us up for the day. But does that mean this meal can makes us healthier and thinner – or is it something else? Along with old classics like “carrots give you night vision” and “Santa doesn’t bring toys to misbehaving children”, one of the most well-worn phrases ...

INGREDIENTS FOR THE RICE NOODLES: * 7 ounces dried thin rice vermicelli noodles * 1 tsp vegetable oil * 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce FOR THE CHICKEN: * 7 ounces chicken breast(cut into strips) * 1 tsp cornstarch * 1 tbsp water * 1 1/2 tsp oyster sauce * 1/4 tsp white pepper * 1 pinch five spice powder (optional) ...

The monsoon season brings much-needed relief from the scorching summer heat. However, the increased humidity, moisture, and unpredictable rainy weather can wreak havoc on your hair, causing frizz, damage, and scalp issues. Here are few tips for your personal haircare: Drink lots of water. Your body, hair skin all respond to the amount of water you take in. This is ...

Strawberry season has arrived early to Britain this year thanks to a “near perfect” spring blend of warm days, cool nights and high sunshine levels, growers said. The favourable conditions have meant sweeter, larger and more shapely strawberries arriving earlier on supermarket shelves this year and lower prices for shoppers. James Miller, the commercial director of Maidstone, southeast England-based WB ...

With the scorching heat disrupting daily life, comfort has become a top priority in summer fashion. Amid this weather and busy lifestyle, both fabric and color play a vital role in choosing the right outfit. Keeping these factors in mind, Kay Kraft has introduced a wide range of comfortable and stylish casual shirts and fatua-perfect for staying cool while looking ...

* Vanilla Sponge Mix–200gm * Egg–4pc * Oil –50gm * Fresh Cream–200gm * Mango Puree–150gm * Fresh Mango–50gm Method: 1. Peel and dice a fully ripe mango. Place the mango pieces into a blender and blend until smooth. We need 120g of mango purée. 2. Separate the eggs and set them aside. For the cake batter 1. Preheat the oven ...