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Today, as eating local and going local is becoming the new norm, it is time to look inward and take a peek into the history to understand the local food of India. Local food is not just good for our health but it is also good for the environment as it has a lower carbon footprint. One of the oldest grains known and cultivated in India is millet. About 10,000 years ago, the consumption of millets was widespread in India. But as food globalization took center stage, the local millets were sidelined. The pandemic-induced health and immunity focus has put the spotlight back on millets. Millets are the most nutritious and healthy grains. They are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. Let's see the benefits of millets when you add them to your meals:   ●       Millet provides a high amount of energy without adding more calories and without disturbing your insulin levels. ●       Millets are known as SMART carbs. Do you know why? It ...

Have you ever wondered why some people can live on junk food and yet not gain a few grams while you seem to put on weight even at the sight of a slice? The answer lies in your body's metabolism.   A low or high metabolism rate can impact your body weight. Metabolism rate is the number of calories your body burns.  Studies show that a few foods can improve your metabolism temporarily. If you are on a weight loss journey or wish to maintain a healthy weight, you should be looking to incorporate these foods into your meals.  But first, let's see  what is metabolism? Metabolism is a chemical process that happens in the cells of a living organism to sustain life. Metabolism is the process that leads to growth. All the chemical reaction that occurs in a living being for digestion, transport of substances, and transport of nutrition from one cell to another cell can be a part of metabolism.  Metabolism is of  two categories,  catabolism, and anabo...

You must have heard some top nutritionists talk about eating local and seasonal. This is not just a fad but has its roots in some age-old wisdom. Do you remember your naani asking you to eat dry fruits ladoo or millet rotis in winter? It is always suggested that having seasonal food is beneficial for the body as seasonal produce comes with a lot of nutrition that the body needs to fight the illnesses that come with a change of season.  Seasonal and local is the best, and that is for multiple reasons, one as the seasonal produce is fresh it has the maximum nutrition. Another reason is that as the local produce reaches the market faster, it retains higher nutrition as compared to exotic products that need to be shipped across the globe to contact you. Millets are locally grown in India and are known to have multiple health benefits.   Millets  in Winters In winter, it is essential to heal the body from within and keep the body warm. Winters are the time when your bo...

Mothers are always worried when it comes to food for babies. Normally, the first phase of weaning and introducing food other than milk can be extremely stressful for new moms. If you are a new mom, wanting to give the healthiest and the most nutritious food to your baby, there is no need to search far and wide. Do you know our Indian Kitchen has so many healthy options for babies? One of the healthiest, easiest to find, and something that even our grandmoms prescribe are millets!   Millets for babies good or bad?   Millets are a superfood that is easily found in Indian kitchens. It is rich in dietary fiber, protein, calcium, vitamin B, and magnesium, among other things. It has slowly digestible carbohydrates. A child of growing age needs to consume essential nutrients, vitamins & minerals for healthy development. Millets are a perfect choice as they are versatile, healthy, economical, and easily available. Millets are something that has been traditionally prescrib...

Protein gluten, commonly found in wheat, is a major topic of discussion these days. Many are gluten intolerant or are going gluten-free to reduce weight. While gluten allergies are common these days, probably because of greater diagnosis or lower immunity, gluten-free diets are a new fad. As a responsible, healthy food brand, we do not recommend excluding a certain food group from your diet. Balance in consumption is essential. Let us understand what is gluten and who needs to go on a gluten-fr ee diet before deep diving into a meal plan. Gluten adds chewiness and structure to the grain. It is commonly found in wheat, barley, and rye. A gluten-free diet is recommended for people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or for people with the skin disorder dermatitis herpetiformis. A gluten-free diet also helps people with irritable bowel syndrome, type 1 diabetes, and HIV-associated enteropathy. People with neurological disorder gluten ataxia may also be recommended a gluten-free diet...

Gluten intolerance or Celiac disease is something that not many are aware of in India. Many children under the age of 3 are allergic to various foods like eggs, soy, milk, peanuts, wheat, or gluten. While the exact cause of gluten intolerance is unknown a few consider the hybrid varieties of wheat to trigger the allergy as they have high levels of gluten. First, let's understand What is gluten? Gluten is a protein that is found in wheat and barley. It gives chewiness and structure to the grain. It also helps you stay fuller for a longer time.   Is gluten intolerance common in India? According to  NIMS (Nizam’s Institute of Medical Science), Gluten intolerance is found in 10% of Indians. According to AIIMS, celiac disease affects nearly 6-8 million people in India.  Gluten intolerance can manifest into Celiac disease or remain as non-Celiac gluten sensitivity.   So now that we have put things in perspective, you must be wondering about ways to identify it. ...