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During menstruation, there is a change in hormone levels. As a result, estrogen and progesterone are elevated. This may result in the depletion of magnesium. Mg is known for its role in regulating serotonin, which is the feel-good hormone. How to relieve menstrual pain? 1. Breathe deeply and meditate to remain stress-free. 2. Drink turmeric water to reduce inflammation. 3. Eat magnesium-rich foods (helps relax muscles and prevents cramps) -spinach, pumpkin and sesame seeds, dark chocolate, and leafy greens. 4. Munch on a handful of almonds, peanuts, walnuts, and cashews for a quick magnesium punch. Mg is known to lift your mood and reduce the risk of water retention. 5. Take Omega 3 fatty acids to reduce period pain and menstrual cramps. Make flax flaxseeds, walnuts, a part of your life. What drinks stop period pain? Why are Periods painful? The main culprit in causing period pain or menstrual crams is the chemical known as prostaglandin, which is made in the uterus lining. They are re

Adequate intake of calcium is important to keep most nutritional deficiencies at bay. Research finds that adequate calcium intake might help in body weight regulation. Additionally, it may help manage moderate-to-severe premenstrual symptoms.  Calcium benefits bone health in more ways than one and reduces the risk of osteoporosis, bone problems. It is critical to dental health. Calcium plays a vital role in cell signaling in the body. That is, calcium is an essential part in the cellular role in the constriction and relaxation of blood vessels, muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and insulin secretion . You can increase your calcium intake by including: Nuts and seeds, including all types of nuts - almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pine nuts, flax seeds, sesame seeds lead the pack. Spices - fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds,  Greens - spinach, kale Citrus fruits Tomatoes Beans - Green and soybean Legumes - chickpeas, black gram Cabbage Cucumber Caluflower, broccoli

 Psyllium husk and isabagol are one and the same thing. Research shows that psyllium for constipation is an excellent remedy that improves bowel movement, fecal water content as well as transit time.  What is psyllium husk used for? Psyllium fibers improve constipation symptoms by increasing water retention capacity in the intestinal tract, thus creating a water-rich colonic environment. As a result, feces become soft and bulky. More research is under way to explore the connection between intestinal micro flora and psyllium husk's role in constipation.  Is it OK to take psyllium husk every day? Well, it is okay to take psyllium hus daily as long as you want to ensure a proper bowel movement. But dependence on Isabagol is not recommended. Discontinue taking psyllium when constipation issue has resolved as prolonged dependence might interfere with nutrient absorption in the gut. Does Psyllium husk cause gas? If you are willing to increase fiber intake, then there are many ways to do

 Well, it's not for nothing that these tiny black pearls have emerged as a superfood in the fast-advancing world of today. but chia seed is no magic bullet to induce weight loss. no doubt, chia seeds are a super nutritious food - aka superfood - but their role as weight loss agents is debatable.  there are not too many studies or research papers to validate the claims that chia seeds for weight loss work. if you are starting on a chia seed diet to lose fat and weight, think again. chia wont do you the favors of fat loss. They are rich in protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals.  Chia is known by different sobriquets:  “the seed of the 21st century”  “new gold”  “superfood”  “super nutrient”  ω-fatty acid (omega) powerhouse half of the world's population singing chia seed weight loss songs does not even know how to eat these black pearls. there's a right and wrong way to do so! what's that?let's see A mineral powerhouse K (potassium) 0.726 g/100 g Mg 0.449 

 

 How to make dosa with quinoa, that too without rice and urad dal? here's what I do to make soft and crispy dosa at home. to begin with, I have used homemade quinoa flour or atta in the recipe. if you have store-bought quinoa, please use that. Ingredients 1 cup quinoa flour/atta 1/4 cup each of yellow moong dal, red lentil or masur dal, and green mung beans salt 1/2 cup -water (according to need for making dosa batter) jeera green chili 1 tsp- flaxmeal 1/2 tsp- methi powder (fenugreek) soak lentils for 5-6 hours before blending them with a little amount of water. please check the description for the ingredient list. soaking legumes and lentils help reduce phytate or anti-nutrients that cause gas and digestive problems and make absorption of minerals difficult for the body.  How to make quinoa more digestible if you want to actually enjoy the benefits of dosa, then dot look for instant dosa recipes. rather, go the traditional way and make dosa with fermented batter. fermented food

During my 2.5-year-long stay in Odisha, I have watched my MIL make some of the simplest yet delicious Odia recipes. This kundru bhaja is an example. Now that I am back home, I am following her recipes.  

I rarely buy readymade masala powders ever since I started following my mother in law's all- purpose curry powder recipe. It is ALL-ROUNDER, as my MIL uses this masala to flavor all her curries, stir fries, and vrat thalis in Odisha. Now it has become my favorite curry powder too. If you are crazy for Indian spices, then quit store-bought flavors because this is THE BEST curry powder recipe ever. I am sure you won't find a MATCH elsewhere. no onion no garlic kitchen king masala recipe ingredients 1 cup- coriander seeds 2 tbsp fennel  1.5 tbsp- jeera 1 tbsp- shah jeera 2 small cinnamon sticks a few javitri/mace 8-10 cloves 8-10 black peppercorns 8 green cardamom 4 big cardamom 1 tbsp- turmeric powder 1 tbsp- kashmiri red chili powder 1 tbsp salt 1 tbsp kasuri mehti 1 tsp- mustard seeds 1 tsp- methi dana/fenugreek seeds  red chilli whole My search for the best curry powder ends here. I have been struggling to find one since my return from Odisha. Here's the ONLY one curry mas

  How can I increase my iron levels as a vegetarian? Top 5 iron sources your queries: How can I increase my iron levels as a vegetarian? What foods are the highest in iron? Top Foods High in Iron for Vegans what food is highest in iron iron rich foods vegetarian indian iron-rich seeds iron-rich foods for anemia how much iron per day top 5 iron-rich foods what food is highest in iron how to increase iron levels quickly 5 richest iron sources seeds (non-heme iron) 1. Sesame seeds 2. Pumpkin seeds 3. Flaxseeds 4. Melon seeds 5. Chia seeds All nuts and seeds are non-heme iron sources, which means they are not easily absorbed by the body. In order to make non-heme iron more readily available to your body, pair iron with vitamin C.

Millet zucchini upma recipe is easy and healthy. In this millet crazy world, here's my yummiest contribution. The healthiest millet upma recipe is born. Delicious, easy, and of course healthy. Inspired by MIL's janhi upma recipe, I love to make this for lunch or breakfast. We are so crazy for millet ridge gourd/ turai upma that it's a regular in our kitchen. Do try out the best millet upma recipe once to find it out yourself. Dont blame Ravneet Bhalla if you find this millet recipe addictive. I learned the Most Delicious Millet Upma Recipe from MIL (Zucchini recipe) If you are wondering how zucchini tastes in upma, then go and try out this easy upma recipe at least once. I promise anyone who tastes this millet recipe once will be addicted. Millet upma recipe ingredients 1 cup - soaked little millet ( don't use soaked millet water ever ) 1 tsp- ghee salt green chili ginger all-purpose masala homemade (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IrSzGarUfw) 2 cups of water oil mu