The spices in this smoothie not only recreate the gingerbread flavour, but also give a boost to your metabolism. Cinnamon keeps your arteries healthy, ginger improves the absorption and assimilation of the nutrients in your body, the cloves reduce inflammation and cardamom helps detox the kidneys. Bring them all together and you have a powerful…

Physical beauty is a manifestation of inner beauty. When we are healthy and taking good care of ourselves, we will glow. But sometimes the stresses of our environment can take their toll on our exposed parts. Caring for dry or damaged hair is easier than you might think. Here are a few recipes I have…

Oatmeal sesame crackers are one of the easiest and healthiest recipes that can be made at home. Oatmeal is a rich source of fiber and nutrients. Ingredients: Crackers 1 cup Rolled Oats(50 gms) 1 cup whole wheat flour (50 gms) 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp olive oil cup water Sesame seeds (For sprinkling) Yogurt Dip…

When you suffer from back pain, especially the degenerative condition known as lumbar spondylosis, physical activity can be the last thing you want to do. However, for some people, a few yoga postures to stretch and strengthen the back may help ease the pain. Lumbar spondylosis is a condition where the disks between the vertebrae…

A baked vegetable patty makes a delicious weekend lunch served with a green salad or flat bread with a yoghurt, cucumber and garlic dip. Choice of Ingredients for the patty mix: sweet potatoes, carrots, green onion and mint. Sweet potatoes are a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Iron and Magnesium. Carrots…

Sprouts are an excellent source of enzymes and protein. They have very high levels of Vitamin A, D, C and E. They are a common ingredient in raw food diet and can be germinated easily at home. They are easy to digest and good for weight loss as during germination, proteins break down into separate…

Ingredients: Pistachio Layer 1 cup natural pistachios 1/3 cup yellow raisins 2,5 tblsp water 1 small pinch of Himalayan salt Chocolate layer 2 cup pitted dates, choped 8 tblsp raw cacao 2 tblsp water 1 pinch of Himalayan salt Frosting 1 big avocado 1 banana 1 tblsp melted coconut butter 4 tblsp raw cacao Preparation:…

One of the most popular new diets in the health and fitness world is the Mediterranean Diet. This diet is based on the eating habits of the peoples living in the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. If you have ever eaten at an authentic Italian restaurant or enjoyed traditional Greek cuisine such as hummus and…

Pregnant women know all about them. And people who have gained and lost weight are all too well aware of them. Youve lost the weight, and yet they stay as a reminder of the weight that was. Even people with minor fluctuations in weight may notice them. Were talking about stretch marks. Whether you have…

As the popularity of yoga increases, so does the number of reasons people are turning to the practice. For some its the calming benefits. For others its the relief from aches and pains. For still others, its the lure of burning fat and toning muscles. The good news is that yoga can help you accomplish…