Nutrition
Want to lose weight? Try Makhana!

Also know as Lotus Seeds, fox nut or more commonly know as Makhana, Tamara Ginjalu in Telugu need no introduction at all. They are easily available and are consumed during fasting due to its amazing health benefits. Here is what makes Lotus Seeds so special and how they can help you lose weight.
Aids in weight loss:
Lotus Seeds are a rich source of protein and fibre and thus they make for a healthy addition to the diet. The protein in lotus seeds makes you feel fuller for longer, helps curb appetite and thus reduce the consumption of number of calories.
Rich in Antioxidants:
Makhana is rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and may have anti-inflammatory properties, which is good for heart health. They also promotes skin health as well.
Manages Blood sugar:
Foxnuts have a low glycemic index and multiple studies have proved that they have a beneficial effect in regulating healthy blood glucose levels.
Supports bone health:
Also, they are rich in calcium and magnesium, which are essential in maintaining bone health. Add them to your diet for healthier bones, teeth and management of conditions such as joints problems and osteoporosis.
Nutrition
Here are some benefits of sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds:
Sunflower seeds are full of nutrients, including phosphorous, magnesium, copper, potassium, selenium, iron, manganese, zinc, and vitamins B-6,B-1 and E. Around 2000 seeds are extracted from large sunflower heads .Usually there are two types of sunflower seeds, they are
- Sunflower seeds that we eat.
- Sunflower seeds used to extract oil.
These seeds can be eaten as a snack or they can be added to:
- Mukhwas
- Nutrition bars
- Bread
- Muffins
- Yogurt
- Stir-fries
- salad
Benefits of sunflower seeds:
- Supports your immune system
- Boosts your energy level
- Improves your heart health
- Reduces inflammation
- Reduces cholesterol
- Manages diabetes
- Reduces the risk of cancer
- Helps in weight loss
- Boosts brain function
- Helps in the treatment of Anaemia
- Its good for skin
- Helps to detox your body
- Helpful during pregnancy
Nutrition
How healthy is chai ?

Chai:
With few exceptions, the base of chai is a black tea. There are many variations of black tea, but assam is the most common in chai, as it has a strong, full-bodied flavor. Chai includes milk and spices like cardamom,ginger, star anise and cloves. For sweetness white sugar or jaggery or unrefined cane sugar, is also used.
Benefits of chai:
- Rich in antioxidants
- Boosts heart health
- Improves digestion
- Increases energy and alertness
- Good for your skin
- Reduces inflammation
- Fights off cold
- Good for your teeth
- Soothes headaches
- Soothes period pain
- Soothes your sore throat
- Soothes nausea
- Reduces muscle pain
- Boosts your immunity system
- Good for your brain
Nutrition
Here are some foods that lowers cholesterol

Lower LDL cholesterol diet:
Fats floating through your bloodstream can be improved by taking food that lowers the LDL cholesterol diet. Adding foods that lowers LDL cholesterol to the diet is the best way to control cholesterol.
Foos that lowers LDL cholesterol are:
- soy
- Nuts
- Oats
- Beans
- Fatty fish
- Vegetable oil
- Fiber supplements
- Eggplant and okra
- Barley and other whole grains
- Food fortified with sterols and stanols
- Apples, grapes, strawberries,citrus fruits
Instead of focusing on one or two it is advisable to have several foods to lower cholesterol in different ways. It is the expansion of variety of foods that you usually have but it is a natural way to lower cholesterol and it also avoids the risk of muscle problem and other side effects.
There are other benefits also, they are:
- Keeps blood pressure in check
- It helps arteries stay flexible and responsive
- It is good for bones
- It is good for digestive health
- It is good for vision
- It is good for mental health
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