This weekend was rather cold yet that did not deter us from going out for dinner last Sunday evening.Blaming the harsh weather[as though we need a reason to go there!!!] we dined at our regular hotpot. In spite of the weather it was crowded and after enjoying the piping hot dinner we were shivering in…
Proteins are found in meat ,poultry, fish, eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt , legumes, grains, nuts, seeds and vegetables.Here are some vegetarian dishes brimming with protein. Appetizers / Snacks Chilli Tofu – Vegan Chilli Paneer Dahi Papdi Chaat Chinese sesame Tofu MW green peas dokhla Kollu paruppu masal vadai – Horsegram – lentil fritters Sprouted Green…
When the body is not getting enough nutrition, it sends some signals or rather warning signs that we must heed to and take immediate action. The symptoms of protein deficiency can be physiological, physical and mental. The usual ones are 1. Edema – fluid retention / collection of fluid beneath the skin.2. Weight loss3. Thinning…
One of the dishes that I wanted mom to prepare for me when I went to India was this Thovvay prepared with ridge gourd and toor dhal.[Heeray kaai-Ridge gourd;Thovvay -dhal ].It is fairly simple to prepare and this is the first dish that comes to my mind if I am bored of the same old…
What do proteins do for us? Or why do we need proteins!! Well the reasons /its functions are plenty. 1. Building and repairing the body tissues .2. Protein is also a source of energy.3. Needed for the formation of enzymes and hormones.4. They are required for the various bodily functions like nutrient transport, water balance,…
