Food

The return of the thali

New Delhi [India], March 15 (ANI): There was a time when almost everyone in India ate out of a thali. The word derives from thaal, a large circular tray, and has some connection with thal/sthal--a place. This is where food was traditionally 'placed' for consumption. It was a paatra (literally a vessel or container) deriving from the Sanskrit word patra meaning a leaf. The earliest thali was obviously fabricated with leaves. The biodegradable pattal and the banana leaves commonly used as a plate in southern and coastal India remind us of this lineage.

2022-03-15T06:27:10.144503+00:00 IST

Eating proteins from various varieties of sources may lower risk of high blood pressure: Study

Beijing [China], March 11 (ANI): A research of nearly 12,200 adults in China revealed that eating protein from various varieties of sources was associated with a lower risk of developing high blood pressure. This suggests that consuming a balanced diet with a moderate amount of protein from diverse food sources might help prevent new-onset hypertension.

2022-03-11T11:03:46.843879+00:00 IST

Nordic diet can prevent obesity, reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases: Study

Copenhagen [Denmark], March 11 (ANI): Nordic diet, which consists of berries, veggies, fish, whole grains and rapeseed oil, has been recognised as extremely healthy, tasty and sustainable.

2022-03-11T08:54:30.835560+00:00 IST

Charge of the home chef brigade!

New Delhi [India], March 8 (ANI): There was a time when chefs were chefs, but nowadays, we have a plethora of prefixes to identify them. Some prima donnas like to be addressed as 'celebrity chefs' while others identify themselves as 'master chefs'. Then there are 'Michelin starred chefs' who, it is believed, have unfurled India's culinary flag in different continents and there is no dearth of 'Heritage chefs'-repositories of long lost recipes threatened with extinction and traditional tricks of the trade.

2022-03-08T08:59:38.763252+00:00 IST

Netizens share hilarious reactions over latest viral food experiment: Gulab Jamun Parantha

New Delhi [India], March 7 (ANI): Recently, a woman's food blogging video went viral in which she is seen having an unusual fusion of savoury and sweet: Gulab Jamun Parantha.

2022-03-07T12:01:32.694056+00:00 IST

Ketogenic diet may reduce disability, improve quality of life in people with MS: Study

Chicago [US], March 2 (ANI): According to a new study, a ketogenic diet might be safe for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and also found that people with MS might experience less fatigue and depression and reported improved quality of life while on the diet.

2022-03-02T09:33:26.930003+00:00 IST

Indian bread basket: Return of deshi roti

New Delhi [India], March 1 (ANI): Omar Khayyam penned some memorable lines that talk of a 'Loaf of Bread, a Flask of Wine' in company of the beloved magically transforming wilderness into a paradise. And, there is Nazir Akbarabadi the 18th-century people's poet from Agra whose poem Rotiyan celebrating bread is considered a classic.

2022-03-01T09:25:29.908234+00:00 IST

Eating prunes may help protect against bone loss in older women: Study

Penn (Pennsylvania) [US], February 27 (ANI): Prunes are good for your gut. However, according to a new study led by Penn State, prunes may be good for bone health.

2022-02-27T10:30:18.281137+00:00 IST

Research: Low-meat, meat-free diets linked to lower cancer risk

Oxford [England], February 26 (ANI): A new study has shed light on the subject that does consumption of meat aggravate cancer or help in fighting it.

2022-02-27T10:12:44.794258+00:00 IST

Roasting cocoa beans lessens bitterness which boosts chocolate liking, says research

Penn [Pennsylvania], February 25 (ANI): According to new research led by the Department of Food Science, roasting cocoa beans at high temperatures can reduce bitterness and optimize flavor which can be acceptable by health-conscious people.

2022-02-25T09:24:58.067902+00:00 IST

High-fiber diet reduces risk of dementia, suggests study

Tsukuba [Japan], February 24 (ANI): Fiber is something that every dietician suggests for better health. It's known to be vitally important for a healthy digestive system and also has cardiovascular benefits like reduced cholesterol. Recently, evidence has emerged that fiber is also important for a healthy brain. A new study has opened up about this.

2022-02-24T06:07:08.157425+00:00 IST

More than eye candy: Fragrant nutrition

New Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): Homer's epic poem Odyssey mentions the 'Lotus Eaters' who after taking a bite of this seductive flower forgot family and friends. Past memories were erased and they wasted away in a trance-like stupor. Though the addictive lotus hasn't been positively identified, it has contributed to the mystique of edible flowers.

2022-02-22T07:49:08.367335+00:00 IST

Millets: The mighty midgets

New Delhi [India], February 15 (ANI): A folk tale describes the plight of a poor peasant's beautiful daughter who caught the eye of the Prince out on a hunt. He married her and made her the queen. Bliss didn't last long.

2022-02-15T05:38:00.036703+00:00 IST

Non-alcoholic beer? Researchers have developed one that tastes exactly like the regular!

Copenhagen [Denmark], February 14 (ANI): Anyone who has been an avid viewer of Harry Potter would know that the trio's favourite drink was the non-alcoholic beverage, 'Butterbeer'. Now, researchers have found a way to brew non-alcoholic beer that tastes just like regular beer. Even better, the method is far more sustainable than the existing brewing techniques.

2022-02-14T10:26:19.022421+00:00 IST

Haste is waste in matters of taste

New Delhi [India], February 8 (ANI): The COVID 19 pandemic brought life to a standstill, and during the lockdown, people did not know what to do with the time hanging on their hands. The hectic pace of everyday life was reduced to snail speed. It is not surprising that the joys and benefits of slow cooking were rediscovered.

2022-02-08T06:50:51.814482+00:00 IST

Study finds pictorial warning on sodas may help fight obesity among kids

North Carolina [US], February 5 (ANI): A study has examined if warnings on innocent looking soda bottles make people stay away from them.

2022-02-05T18:06:50.705506+00:00 IST

Add these superfoods to your diet for a long and healthy life

Washington [US], February 5 (ANI): Eating a well-balanced diet along with regular exercise and avoiding alcohol and smoking are some ways to lead a healthy life.

2022-02-05T08:28:09.886183+00:00 IST

Basant Panchami 2022: 5 lip-smacking dishes to celebrate the festival of spring

New Delhi [India], February 4 (ANI): People are gearing up with full enthusiasm to welcome spring with the festival of Basant Panchami that will be celebrated on February 5 this year.

2022-02-04T13:36:50.298964+00:00 IST

Buying groceries online could lead to missing key information, says study

New York [US], February 4 (ANI): The first reaction of mankind, when COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic was, to run to the nearest grocery store and stock up essentials like vegetables, fruits, tinned food, frozen food and toiletries for months. As humanity's trust in human contact started declining, it shifted to the safety of online shopping and contactless delivery to get things it wanted.

2022-02-04T13:17:10.881972+00:00 IST

Here's a list of foods to maintain heart health

Washington [US], February 4 (ANI): A healthy and nutritional diet is always good for your body but some particular foods are always good for your heart.

2022-02-04T09:52:30.042519+00:00 IST

Study finds food labelling lacking in online grocery retailers

New York [US], January 31 (ANI): A new study has found that online food retailers do not consistently display nutrition information on their websites and laws are lagging behind in mandating the same labelling required for foods sold in stores.

2022-01-31T12:26:38.750041+00:00 IST