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People are going vegan and ditching non-vegetarian foods as cutting back on meat consumption offers wide-ranging potential benefits, from losing weight to feeling more energetic, but a common challenge faced is whether plant-based foods provide you with sufficient protein and B vitamins like vitamin B12, B6 or not? Well, the good news is, you can get nutrients in sufficient amounts, but you only need to be a little strategic. A plant-based diet means eating whole plant foods such as legumes, whole grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds. Know plant sources of protein Soybean offers you all the required essential amino...

We know that vegetables help provide important micronutrients, especially the category of green leafy vegetables as they are low in calories along with presenting phytonutrients and fibre that holds great significance in healthy living. Drumstick leaves contain cytokinins in the form of zeatin as well as other beneficial phytochemicals such as caffeoylquinic acids, kaempferol, quercetin and carotenes (Kushwaha et al 2012) Did you know? Out of all green leafy vegetables available, drumstick leaves (Moringa Oleifera) contain the highest β-carotene content. High intakes of vitamin A/carotenoids present in fruits and vegetables is associated with reduced risk of several chronic diseases, including cardiovascular...

Coconut fruit is fondly consumed by a large population across the globe. Primarily grown in tropical areas, it is also a part of many culinary preparations due to its delicious taste and flavour. When it comes to nutritional facts, coconut is very rich in calories but also contains carbohydrates and protein in moderation. There was a time when coconut was defamed by many health experts due to its high-fat content but eventually, clinical trials and research-based evidence revealed that coconut has ample health benefits. In this article, we will talk about some of the reasons that make coconuts good for...

Collagen is the most abundant protein present in our body. It is a fibrous protein which provides structure to our body. Collagen plays a crucial role in keeping our bones, joints, skin, tendons and ligaments healthy by acting as a building block. Collagen protein contains 19 amino acids and requires vitamin C for its synthesis. Amino acids present in collagen are utilised by our body to keep our hair and nails healthy. It gives elasticity to our skin, responsible for providing tight and youthful skin. Lack of collagen results in skin ageing, weak bones, joint pain, weakens our cartilage, making us...

Who doesn’t want youthful and glowing skin free from skin problems? Healthy skin is characterised as one which is free from acne, open pores, fine lines and wrinkles. Now, our skin’s health depends upon factors like heredity, personal hygiene, what nutrients we take and type of food we take. Now, desiring a clear skin is not just needed to have a better appearance, but it also acts as a barrier and helps prevent harmful substances. Our skin may get affected by pollutants, chemicals, and sun rays daily. Also, having processed foods like bakery items, maida based foods, sugary beverages can...