India’s cuisine is as rich and diverse as her culture. But despite this diversity, there is one underlying unity — and that is the fact that all Indian food is perfectly balanced.

Now for a closer look at the historic and regional influences that have marked “India” a gourmet’s delight, in the map of the world.

Pre-Independence
Pre-Independence, India consisted of large areas of land directly ruled by the British, as well as about 600 semi-independent kingdoms ruled over by Hindu maharajas and Muslim nawabs, under British supervision.

Independence
With Independence, the princely independent kingdoms were coaxed into merging with India. Each area with a distinct language and culture was.... Click to Read More

All diet books and food plans consist of lists of rules for weight control in addition to regulations concerning “foods to consume” and “foods to avoid”. What, then, is the secret of success? The answer is simple. Reduction in intake of calories contributes to reduction in weight. If you look at all diets and weight loss plans minutely, the underlying common factor is the aspect of calorie control.

How many calories to consume?
Calorie needs are very individual; they depend on your weight, age, sex, activity level, metabolic rate and lifestyle habits. On an average, women require around 2000 calories a day, and men 2500 a day.

What about athletes?
An athlete would need more calories. Depending on the sport and goals, he would need to workout his calorie expenditure and a.... Click to Read More

Exercise helps build strength and stamina and increases bone density. People who exercise regularly are less likely to suffer from fractures or bone injuries – and ailments such as osteoporosis and back pain can be reduced or prevented with regular exercise.

Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that develops gradually and makes bones fragile and susceptible to fracture. This especially affects for women as they begin to lose bone density after the age of 30.

Do you know?
1 in 3 women and 1 in 12 men over the age of 50 develop fragile bones, which makes them more susceptible to osteoporosis.

Weight bearing exercises can improve calcium deposition in the bones. Regular exercise reduces the occurrence of ailments such as osteoporosis.

What role does exercise play in building s.... Click to Read More