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Panna Cotta: Everything you need to know about the dessert

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Muskan Ahuja
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Panna Cotta is a famous Italian dessert that is served across restaurants and hotels in Italy. It has now gained popularity across the globe and is a favorite dessert for many. The word Panna Cotta translates to ‘cooked cream’. As the translation suggests, the dessert comprises of cream that is sweetened and thickened with gelatin. The mixture is then set in a mold and is served cold the next day. Often, the cream is flavored with vanilla, coffee, and other flavors.

The history of the famous Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta: Everything you need to know about the dessert

Until the 1960s, the name of the dessert did not appear in any Italian cookbook. However, it often finds mention when one talks about the traditional desserts of the northern Italian region of Piedmont. Some even suggest that the dessert was invented in the early 1900s by a Hungarian woman.

Panna Cotta is included in the Region of Piedmont’s 2001 list of traditional foods of the region. The recipe for the same comprises of cream, milk, sugar, gelatin, rum, vanilla, and marsala. The prepared mixture is poured in a mold with some caramel.

It was in the 1990s that the dessert became really famous and fashionable in the US. There has been no stopping ever since. Today, the dessert is famous all across the globe.

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Preparing the classic dessert

Most believe that making a Panna Cotta is a laborious task. However, this is far, far away from the truth. Making Panna Cotta is actually easier than making some readymade jelly. And no, you do not need any fancy equipment or ingredients to make it.

The best part is how versatile the dessert actually is. Naturally, the dessert is gluten-free. With a few alterations, you can even make it dairy-free, to suit vegan needs.

Perhaps the only challenge in making a Panna Cotta is making sure that it sets well. You might have to adjust the recipe a bit depending on the quality of gelatin that you are using, and the dairy. But a few trials should solve the problem for you.

However, make sure that your panna cotta is not rubbery. It needs to be really velvety in texture.

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What does a Panna Cotta taste like?

On the face of it, a Panna Cotta is a very basic pudding. After all, it is just thickened cream with some gelatin. But the dessert really tastes very creamy and delicious, and yet is super soft of the palette. It just melts in the mouth, with no lumps or gritty aftertaste. Often, the dessert is served with some sweet sauce and fruit garnishes. You can also add some crunch in the form of a crumble if you prefer. These extra garnishes lend an extra depth to the taste of the dessert.

How to make the perfect Panna Cotta at home

Ingredients

1.5 cups milk

1/3 cup sugar

1.5 cups heavy cream

1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

3 teaspoons powdered gelatin

Method

If you are planning to unmould the dessert later on, consider making them in ramekin molds. In that case, you need to grease the ramekins using some cooking spray. Use a paper towel to wipe out the oil, leaving only a residue to prevent sticking and allow easier unmoulding.

If you plan to serve the dessert as is, you can skip on this step.

Pour the milk in a saucepan, and start to warm it. Sprinkle the gelatin over this milk. Make sure that the milk does not come to a boil at all. It should only be warm at all stages. After about two minutes, the gelatin would have dissolved.

Now add in the sugar, and stir the mixture till the sugar gets dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil.

Remove this milk from the flame, and then add in the cream, salt, and vanilla. Whisk to combine well.

Divide the Panna Cotta mixture evenly between your ramekins or molds. Let sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or best overnight.

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How to un-mold the dessert?

Once the Panna Cotta has chilled and cooled down completely, it is time to unmould and serve it.

Run a thin knife around the sides of the ramekin. You don’t have to slide the knife all the way through. Releasing the top edge is enough.

Invest the Panna Cotta over a plate, and then shake it gently to allow the Panna Cotta to fall out on to the plate. If it does not unmould, place the ramekin in warm water for around 5 seconds, up to the brim. Then flip it over the plate again.

Garnishing the dessert

Panna Cotta: Everything you need to know about the dessert

You can garnish the panna cotta as per your preference. You can serve it with some coulis made up of fresh berries, such as raspberries and strawberries. Even some warm chocolate sauce would do. Or you can go really simple and classic. Just garnish with lemon zest and fresh mint leaves for a refreshing twist on a warm summery day. Even caramel would work very well with a classic Panna Cotta. Or you could just layer the Panna Cotta that has been set in a mold with some jelly, for some really cool innovations.

Playing around with the Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta: Everything you need to know about the dessert

You can change the base of the dessert to whatever you want. You can use any combination of cream and milk, such as coconut milk, almond milk, or soy milk. However, remember that the lesser the fat in the base, the softer it will set.

You can also play with the flavours, by infusing the milk with anything that you want. Think coffee, or lemon, or even oranges. You can even add a bit of chopped chocolate to the mixture to make a chocolate panna cotta. You could even substitute the milk with pureed fruit for a fruit Panna Cotta. Think passion fruit or mango Panna Cotta.

Nutrition Facts of Panna Cotta

418Calories
37gFat
20gCarbs
4gProtein

The possibilities are simply endless.

Which Panna Cotta are you planning to make today? Let us know in the comment section below!

Yoga for Mental Health – Because pampering yourself is important!

By
Karina Ahuja
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Yoga
Beautiful woman meditating in nature

Yoga is a practice of mind and body performed with a combination of physical exercises, breath control and meditation. The main aim of yoga is relaxation in stress and anxiety. It also helps with stretching, flexibility and balance of the body.

Why is Yoga important?

It is important because rising concerns regarding mental health have been recorded in the last decade. It’s a high time that we give equal importance to our mental health as we give to our physical fitness. In today’s lifestyle, not only adults but even teenagers face stress, anxiety, depression, etc. It is important that we don’t ignore these issues and work towards achieving a good mental health.

“The attitude of gratitude is the highest yoga”

-YOGI BHAJAN

Importance in Mental Health

Yoga for Mental Health

It helps balancing mind, body and soul. It helps us heal, it improves concentration, promotes peace and helps us be positive about life. Also, it helps reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Seriously, since how long you haven’t pampered yourself?

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Balasana (Child Pose)

Balasana can be defined as a resting yoga pose. In other words, it is super relaxing and it feels good. Besides, you can hold this yoga pose as long as you want. Also, it helps stretch, calms down mind and body, helps reduce stress and anxiety, improves breathing, etc

How to do Balasana in Yoga? Step – by – Step Guide

  1. Sit in Vajrasana on a yoga mat
  2. Now slowly bend forward and make sure your forehead touches the floor
  3. Keep your arms along side, palms facing upwards
  4. Gently press your chest on the thighs
  5. Focus on your breath, ensure a deep breath.
  6. Stay relaxed and free
Yoga for Mental Health

Precautions : For pregnant women and people suffering from injury, it is advisable not to perform this yoga asana.

Viparita Karani (Legs up the wall pose)

You will be amazed to know that simply putting up the legs on the wall can do end number of health benefits! It helps improve blood circulation, gives a good stretch, helps relax tired feet and legs, helps with digestion issues, insomnia, migraine, etc.

How to do Viparita Karani in Yoga? Step – by – Step Guide

  1. To begin with, lie on a open space near a wall, make sure your legs are facing the wall
  2. Further, bring your legs up on the wall, make sure the back of your legs and hips touch the wall
  3. Your back and head should rest on the floor
  4. Make sure you are making a 90 degree angle
  5. You can use your hands to make adjustments
  6. You can relax your arms on the floor
  7. Next, Close your eyes and breath deeply
  8. At last, Focus on your breath
Yoga for Mental Health - Because pampering yourself is important!

Precautions : Either avoid or perform this asana under the instructions of your yoga teacher in the following cases – glaucoma, neck and back problems, menstruation, pregnancy, injuries, high blood pressure, etc.

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Shavasana (Corpse Pose)

It isn’t as easy as it seems! Most people will think what’s so hard in just lying on the floor? Well, shavasana is a relaxing pose. Specifically, it rejuvenates the mind, body and soul. Besides,it helps in deep healing. You need to rest your mind in this pose, however most people complaint that they are not able to control their thoughts, while some people felt asleep while performing the pose!

How to do Shavasana in Yoga? Step – by – Step Guide

(What?? I need a step by step guide to just lye? – Well yes, yoga poses are only effective if performed in a proper manner!)

  1. At first, simply lie down on your back on a mat or blanket, make sure you don’t use any cushions or anything
  2. Relax your arms and legs, make sure you are comfortable
  3. Further relax and take a slow deep breath
  4. In this step, you have to scan your body right from the fingers of your toe to the crown of the head (Scanning is important for focus and concentration, it helps you find the tension areas in your body)
  5. At last, keep breathing and at the same time upgrade yourself to a deeper state of relaxation
Yoga for Mental Health

Precautions : Well precautions here are quite simple! Pregnant women and people with injuries should perform it with more safety.

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Pranayama (Breathing Excercises)

In simple words, Pranayama refers to breath control exercises in yoga. ‘Prana’ means breath or vital energy and ‘ayama’ means control. For instance, pranayama helps to cope up with stress and anxiety, improves sleep quality, improve lung function, promotes better sleep and healthy immune and respiratory system.

”Breath is the link between mind and body”

– DAN BRULE

Anulom Vilom

Anulom Vilom is alternate nostril breathing exercise. It promotes healthy respiratory system and helps with respiratory issues like asthma. Also, it helps in headaches, releases toxins from the body, reduces stress and anxiety and promotes lung health. Thus, it increases concentration and balances the three doshas of the body. And it is also good for skin and eyes!

Yoga for Mental Health - Because pampering yourself is important!

To start with, sit in Sukhasana or Padmasana and make sure your upper body and head is straight. Now block your right nostril with your thumb and inhale from your left nostril and hold on for 2 seconds. Now block your left nostril and exhale from the right nostril and then inhale from right and again block the right nostril and exhale from left. You can practice this technique as many time as you want. Pregnant women or people suffering from cardiac disease or high blood pressure should do this under the instructions of yoga trainer.

Conclusion

Undoubtedly, exercises are important for your physical as well as mental health and even 15 minutes of exercise per day can do wonders. To maintain good health is an ongoing process. Yoga is soothing for your mind and body. It helps you become a better person. It promotes optimism in you. With proper care and precautions anyone can do yoga. Not only health, but yoga will also help you to see the world with a great vision. Above all, this will not only help you in your personal life but also in education, career, dreams and goal.

Top 12 Reasons to choose “Digital Marketing” as a career

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Palvi Soni
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These days as we all know, everything is getting online. People are using online media to a great extent. Digital media has changed the overlook of society. Every business these days are depending upon the digitization. It is a great way to advertise your goods and services. Traditional ways of marketing are becoming obsolete these days. Many people are switching their careers to digital media marketing. In this article, we will discuss the top 12 reasons to choose digital marketing as a career.

What is digital marketing?

Top 12 Reasons to choose “Digital Marketing” as a career

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“Digital Marketing is the way to promote the goods and services on the internet so that your marketing strategies get fulfilled. For accomplishing this task, digital media and digital platforms are necessary. You can use different social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Linkedin, and Quora for digital media marketing.

Why Digital Marketing is important these days?

Well, technology is gaining huge success and continuously working for takingthe business to the greatest peaks. Some points you have to consider in terms of digital marketing

  • Digital marketing is helpful in brand promotions.
  • Marketing is not possible without using online media.
  • Digital marketing assists in increasing sales and generate more leads.
  • There are great career opportunities in it.
  • It helps in alleviating ROI.
  • With the help of digital marketing, your company’s ranking gets boost up.

What are the various Job titles in Digital Marketing?

  1. SEO-Executive
  2. E-mail marketing executive
  3. Mobile Marketing specialist
  4. PPC marketing specialist
  5. Content Marketing executive
  6. Affiliate Marketer
  7. Social Media Marketing manager

How Good is a Digital Marketing job?

You know it is the most searched job these days. If you want to choose a career option, then digital marketing is a great way to kick-start your career. There are a lot of advantages to digital marketing.  You get a very good exposure if you choose it as a career.

Reasons for choosing digital marketing as a career

Immense Career Opportunities

There is a large scope in the digital marketing field. It offers you a large number of career opportunities. As every business is getting online, so people are switching their jobs to the digital marketing field. Moreover, in digital marketing, the salary offers to the executive are comparatively very high as compared to other fields. Also in the digital marketing field, you can work very flexibly as a freelancer. You can earn more than 30000 per month in India as a fresher. If you are SEO-Expert than your salary ranges between 40,000 INR-2,40,000 INR.

High Growth Rates Of Digital Market

Digital Marketing aka online marketing is that technology that has no end. According to the statistics, this field will gain more success in the future as well. Now and then there are different career opportunities in this field. You can stick to only one level when you opt for digital marketing as a career. The growth rate will increase by more than 30% in the year 2021.

A Pocket Full Of Money

Digital Marketing as a career

As is clear from the name, digital marketing job roles are many and it also offers you great career opportunities. Due to this reason, earnings are also more. The digital marketing field is never gone vague. People who are not using digital marketing will shift to it soon as it is the need of the era. Due to widespread popularity and varied job roles, it helps in making a great salary package, even if you are a fresher too.

You Don’t Require High-Fi Degrees For It

You know what you can do digital marketing even after class 12th. In this you can opt for any course online for its certification. You simply need to get proficient in English and Analytics only. This will in turn helps you a lot in establishing your career in the digital marketing field.

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Works As Nano-MBA In Itself

A few years back, if one can finish the MBA, then he/she will get a job only. It works as a nano-MBA.  Earlier you need to learn BBA and MBA for getting marketing jobs but these days, digital marketing course is complete in itself, you will get great career options after completing a simple digital marketing course. These days, only skill set matters a lot.

Acquire Certification

There is a plus if you do digital marketing certification after its course. Google provides a lot of certification courses in digital marketing. After doing it, you can put it in your LinkedIn profile. This will in turn on immense career options for you. This way recruiters will contact you.

Liberty To Choose Any Job Role

Digital Marketing as a career

We have described above the various job profiles. After completing your certification course, you can go for any job profile depending upon your skills. Moreover, you can also switch your career to YouTube Marketing as well. Through YouTube, you can explore Affiliate Marketing as well. This way you can switch to the affiliate marketer profile as well.

Learning Period Is Short

Learning digital marketing is not very tough. There is not any restriction that you have to complete it in 2 years or 3 years. You can complete it in even 3-6 months also. The best part is you can do it with any other work also. This is not much time-consuming. You have to set down at least 1-2 hours daily for learning this.

Start Your Career Without Paying Much

Like other courses MBA and M.Tech, digital marketing course is not very costly. You need to pay very little. Moreover, some courses are freely available. If you are short of money and want to pursue some digital Marketing free certification course, Google is also providing it. Learning digital marketing is pocket-friendly.

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Work According To Your Needs

In case if you are a student and fulfilling your studies side by side, you are not forced to do this job all time. You can even work as a freelancer as well. Some companies happily hired part-time digital marketing experts. So you can do work according to your time settings.

No External Assistance Required

To get a job you have to accomplish various steps and after performing the series of the steps, you can move further. But this is not needed in the digital marketing field. You can easily find any good job depending upon your needs. Simply what you need is proper online courses and certification. Even a free certification works well for this.

Easy To Learn

Digital Marketing as a career

Digital marketing is not very difficult and typical to learn. You don’t possess any technical skills for digital marketing training. Even a simple knowledge of English and Analytics works for you. So it is not as hectic as learning the subjects of an MBA.

Final Thoughts

Digital Marketing is very trendy these days. Almost every business has shifted from traditional ways to the digitalization world. In this article, I have discussed the top 10 reasons to choose digital marketing as a career. I hope you have enjoyed the article. Don’t forget to give a like and also you can ask anything through comments. It would be my privilege to assist you.

Depression Hits Mental Health

By
Srashti Srivastava
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depression

A state of mind where a person loses all strength, and is having no hope for present or future. He does not want to meet people, go out and have zero excitement in any work they do.

Depression is a mental illness. It can cause sadness, hopelessness and that sadness could be ever-lasting or it may happen to stay for a little while. Depends on the situation of the person that how deep he/she has gone with the problem.

It is an Issue

People here in India do not take it as an illness. That can have severe results as it could lead to an unfortunate death. Rather, here people take it as a taboo. It is a point which one cannot discuss, he/she should not gather such gut to talk about his/her issue.

Depression Hits Mental Health

Why not discuss Depression?

In India, people do not usually take it as a point to dwell on. They do not want to talk about it. Because this problem for them is not that valuable like other such big ones. Here it happens, with a person going with such concerning issue that nobody wants to hear them.

  • Depression Hits Mental Health

People either do not have time to listen to their loved ones when they need them. Else they give excuses like ‘sorry, I cannot listen to your dramas.’

It is the way how people in India deal with such concerning illness.

It is a place where people want to stay cool. Rather I should say instead of being actual cool at their mind they pretend that they are cool. This state is being pretending that they are ‘cool’ stops them from getting close to their loved ones who need them.

Usually, people who are suffering from this do not talk about their problem. However, when they do reply as a result of someone’s asking. The answer that comes from the concerned person is not relaxing to the one who is in pain.

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People usually do not recognize it

Understanding and recognizing the illness is not that easy, and for those who have never experienced anybody with the same pain or have not undergone the same. People usually confuse depression with other problems. Like mental illness, stress, memory loss, anxiety, forgetfulness and so they are unable to deal with this issue.

No heed giving to the patient, zero attention, zero discussion of his/her problems. Ultimately gives it the chance of making its place in the mind of the patient.

What does the patient needs?

  1. Exercise.
  2. Medications.
  3. Therapies.
  4. Psychiatrist.
  5. Natural Anti-depressants.
  6. Home Remedies.

Why reach others for help?

It usually happens that those who are suffering from this issue are not able to cure their problems on their own. Why depend on somebody else? Why not give your attention to solve problems? Like

1. Change daily routine

Depression could make you go through the same depressing pages of life. You could change daily routine by adding some new and entertaining things to daily schedule.

2. Make some adjustments

Adjustments are the need, stay busy with some work. Try indulging into it other than concentrating that void that happens to be there when you feel depressed. Making adjustments could help.

3. Do some exercise

Add some more movement to the depressed days by adding some exercise to daily routine. It will help in relaxing body.

4. Meditation

Meditation, on its own expresses everything. Go for meditation. It will help in relaxing mind. And this is the major thing that one directly or indirectly want for mind and body being healthy.

5. Relax

If even a little wellness is hitting, relax. Now, give a little time to relax. It is what the body need the most after all this busy and mind-shaking activities.

6. Home remedies

Try to go for some home remedies. Other than going out and seeking help at the initial step this could help in relaxing. It is seen that home remedies could help you when you are suffering from milder depression. It could not help when you are suffering from severe depression.

For the one’s who are around the sufferers

People who are a part of the patient’s life are the one’s who play the major role. Especially when they are in it. They, who do actual care about the patient are the one’s who should be there with the patient. They should not sweep off the patient when the patient needs them. When the patient comes for help on their own to them, they should listen.

  • Depression Hits Mental Health

They need to understand the difference between this issue and other some similar problems. Like, anxiety, forgetfulness and more as they are not the same. Depression could cause all, they could be a part of it like feeling sad, anxiety, forgetfulness but they are not the same.

They need to understand the patient’s problem. They need to counter it other than leaving the patient as it is. People need to work on it and on the one who is suffering. Otherwise, if not dealt with seriousness, it could even lead to suicide. That will leave no option behind other than regret.

Not just countering the problem helps in solving the problem when we are talking about severe depression. It could only help in mild depression. However, when we are talking about severe depression. One needs to take special care of the patient. They should never get a chance to stay alone or they should never get a chance of isolating themselves.

If possible, reach the Psychiatrist. As severe depression hits, it needs the concern of someone who is a professional in the required field. Psychiatrists know how to handle such situations with their therapies.

  • Depression Hits Mental Health

Depression is a mental illness, treat them with care, efforts and love. Being harsh or being rude is never going to help the patients. They need time, sympathy, attention. Other than asking them to go out and have fun, do give time to loved ones. It could be anyone brother, sister, daughter, friend, or anyone. They need care.

Yummy Indian breakfast recipes to try out

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Lopamudra
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Breakfast is an important meal of the day. If we have a tasty breakfast, then we have a good start to the day. There are some breakfast recipes that we love to eat. What if you could make those dishes at home? We can prepare delicious breakfast at home.

Poori and Potato fry

This is a popular breakfast in India. Poori tastes best with any potato dish. Potato fry is yummy and this combination tastes very good.

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Ingredients of Poori and Potato fry breakfast recipe –

  1. Potato – At least 1
  2. Oil – 2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon
  3. Salt – To taste
  4. Turmeric powder – 1 teaspoon
  5. Cumin seeds – 1 teaspoon
  6. Wheat flour – At least 1 cup
  7. Water to knead the flour
  8. Oil for frying Poori

Method –

  1. For making poori, you can use only wheat flour or only refined flour. Or you can use wheat flour and refined flour in any proportion. I used only wheat flour in making poori.
  2. In a mixing bowl, put flour, bit of salt, 1 teaspoon of oil and mix them. Use water as much as required for kneading the dough. Make a stiff dough and cover it for some time.
  3. Cut potato into thin slices and dip it in a bowl containing water. Make sure that the starch gets removed.
  4. Heat a pan and put 2 tablespoons of oil. Add Cumin seeds and let them crackle.
  5. Add the potato slices and fry well. Then put salt and turmeric powder to it. Mix well so that the potato slices become soft. Keep the potato fry aside.
  6. Now make small balls from the dough. Roll those balls using rolling board and pin.
  7. Heat a pan and put sufficient oil to it. Fry the pooris in oil till they puff and turn brown. Remove all pooris to utensil.
  8. Serve the pooris hot along with potato fry.

Corn Upma

We all like eating sweet corn. Imagine how delicious Upma will taste when it is cooked with corn. You can eat this with any chutney or sauce.

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Ingredients of Corn Upma breakfast recipe –

  1. Semolina (Raw Suji) – 1 cup
  2. Oil – 4 tablespoons
  3. Mustard seeds – 1 teaspoon
  4. Curry leaves – Few
  5. Chilli – 1 or 2
  6. Corn – Half cup
  7. Peanuts – 1 tablespoon
  8. Water – 3 cups
  9. Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
  10. Chilli powder – Half teaspoon
  11. Salt – To taste

Method –

  1. Chop the chilli. The corn should be boiled. You can use either frozen corn or remove seeds from a maize.
  2. Heat a pan and put 3 tablespoons of oil. Add Semolina to it. Mix very well till its colour changes to brown. Keep it aside.
  3. In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, chilli and peanuts. Let them crackle.
  4. Add salt, chilli powder, water, corn and lemon juice. Gradually put Semolina to it, stirring continuously.
  5. Mix it very well and serve hot.

Dal Pakwan

This is a delicious breakfast. It consists of dal and pakwan, which is crispy. You can eat this Dal with chapati, paratha and poori also.

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Ingredients of Dal Pakwan breakfast recipe –

  1. Chana Dal or Bengal Gram – 1.25 cup
  2. Water – 2.5 cups
  3. Salt – 1 and half teaspoon
  4. Turmeric powder – Half teaspoon
  5. Chilli – 2
  6. Oil – 2 tablespoons
  7. Coriander leaves – 1 tablespoon
  8. Cumin seeds – 2 teaspoons
  9. Kasuri Methi – 1 teaspoon
  10. Asafoetida (Hing) – a pinch
  11. Chilli powder – Half teaspoon
  12. Garam Masala – Half teaspoon
  13. Ajwain – 1 teaspoon
  14. Pepper powder – 1 teaspoon
  15. Wheat flour – 1.5 cups
  16. Refined flour – 1.5 cups

Method –

  1. Wash and soak the Chana Dal in water for 2 hours. Then drain the water and keep dal aside. Chop the chillies.
  2. In a pressure cooker, take this dal and add water. Put 1 teaspoon of salt and turmeric powder to it. Pressure cook for 2 whistles.
  3. After it gets cooked, check the grains of dal. They should be cooked yet separate.
  4. Heat a pan and put 1 and half tablespoon of oil to it. Then add 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds, chilli and Asafoetida.
  5. Slowly pour the cooked dal into the pan. Add chilli powder, garam masala, kasuri methi and mix very well.
  6. Simmer for few minutes. Then garnish with coriander leaves.
  7. In a mixing bowl put wheat flour, refined flour, ajwain, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, pepper powder, half teaspoon of salt and half tablespoon of oil.
  8. Mix them and add water in small amounts. Knead to a semi-soft dough. Keep it covered for some time.
  9. Make small balls from the dough. Roll those balls using rolling board and pin. Prick the pakwan with a fork. Pricking is needed to make the pakwan crisp.
  10. Heat a pan and put sufficient oil to it. Fry the pakwan in oil till they turn brown. Remove all pakwan to utensil.
  11. Serve the pakwan hot along with dal.

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Bread Upma

We usually eat bread with some accompaniment or eat sandwich. It’s upma is very tasty. You can eat this with any chutney or sauce.

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Ingredients of Bread Upma breakfast recipe –

  1. Bread – 12 slices
  2. Oil – 3 teaspoons
  3. Mustard seeds (Rai) – Half teaspoon
  4. Curry leaves – few
  5. Onion – Half
  6. Chilli – 1
  7. Tomato – 2
  8. Turmeric powder – Half teaspoon
  9. Chilli powder – Half teaspoon
  10. Salt – 1 teaspoon
  11. Water – 2 tablespoons
  12. Chopped vegetables – 1 cup
  13. Coriander leaves – 1 tablespoon

Method –

  1. You can use any vegetables of your choice. I used capsicum and carrot.
  2. Cut the bread slices into small pieces. Chop onion, tomatoes and chilli.
  3. Heat a pan and put oil. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves and chilli. Let them crackle.
  4. Put onion to it and fry till the raw smell disappears. Then add tomatoes to it. Sautee till the tomatoes turn soft.
  5. Add salt, turmeric powder and chilli powder to it. Mix very well. Then add the chopped vegetables.
  6. Put water to it and stir. Cover the pan and simmer for few minutes. Add the bread pieces to it. Mix well so that the bread pieces absorb masala.
  7. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

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Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana or Tapioca is usually eaten while fasting. But you can have this delicious breakfast anytime if you like Tapioca. You can eat this with any chutney or sauce.

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Ingredients of Sabudana Khichdi breakfast recipe –

  1. Sabudana – 1 cup
  2. Oil – 2 tablespoons
  3. Cumin seeds – 1 teaspoon
  4. Chilli – 1
  5. Peanuts – 2 tablespoons
  6. Potato – 1
  7. Tomato – 1
  8. Carrot – Half
  9. Salt – 1 teaspoon
  10. Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
  11. Coriander leaves – 1 tablespoon
  12. Curry leaves – Few

Method –

  1. In a large bowl, soak sabudana in sufficient water for 3 hours. The size of tapioca pearls increases and comes up to the water level.
  2. Drain off the sabudana and keep it aside. Boil potato and chop after it gets boiled.
  3. Chop tomato, carrot, chilli and coriander leaves. Roast the peanuts in a pan.
  4. Heat a pan and put oil in it. Put cumin seeds, curry leaves and chilli. Let them crackle.
  5. Add potato, carrot and tomato to it. Fry for some time. Put salt and peanuts.
  6. Mix very well and add sabudana. Combine it along with other ingredients but do not mash it. Simmer for few minutes.
  7. Sabudana turns translucent after it gets cooked. Add lemon juice to it and mix.
  8. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

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Peas Upma

This is a tasty breakfast. It can be made from fresh peas or frozen peas.

Yummy Indian breakfast recipes to try out

The recipe of peas upma is same as that of corn upma. The only difference is in the main ingredient. Peas have to be boiled for making upma. All the other 10 ingredients remain same. Please see the recipe of corn upma for the method. You have to cook similarly.

Rape Culture In India

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Nikita Singh
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Rape, I guess we all are familiar with this term. Rape culture is very common in countries like India. India is counted in the countries with the lowest rape incident. Well, let me get your facts checked the biggest reason for the same. Because many incidents go unreported or there is no official record for the same. Rape comes on the fourth number in the common crimes that happen in India. India is considered as the most unsafe country for women.

Out of all the crimes that took place ninety percent is done by someone known. Madhya Pradesh comes on the first number followed by Jodhpur, Rajasthan, and Delhi. Many rapes go unreported in many countries as well as in India.

What does the term “Rape” mean?

Well to move further let us know what the word rape actually means. Before diving in depth let us now try to understand it in simple words. Unlawful sexual action and generally sex did coercively or under danger of injury against an individual’s will. Or with an individual who is considered as minor and is not capable of giving consent. Well, this was just to put the words into the simple language now let us see in-depth.

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Definition in Indian Penal Code

Before 2013 section 375 of the Indian Penal Code laid down the definition as

“A man is said to have done “rape” if

Firstly. –– Against her will.

Secondly. –– Without her consent.

Thirdly. –– With her consent. When her consent has been obtained by putting her or any person in whom she is interested, in fear of death or of hurt.

Fourthly. –– With her consent, when the man knows that he is not her husband and that her consent is given because she believes that he is another man to whom she is or believes herself to be lawfully married.

Fifthly. –– With her consent, when, at the time of giving such consent, by reason of unsoundness of mind or intoxication or the administration by him personally or through another of any stupefying or unwholesome substance, she is unable to understand the nature and consequences of that to which she gives consent.

Sixthly. –– With or without her consent, when she is under sixteen years of age.

Explanation

Explanation. –– Penetration is sufficient to constitute the sexual intercourse necessary to the offense of rape.

Exception. –– Sexual intercourse by a man with his own wife, the wife not being under fifteen years of age, is not rape.

With the power of rape in all systems, it is essential for people to stay cautious and aware of their condition. Notwithstanding the way that it is hard to ensure complete security. There are ways to deal with taking care of prosperity. It is huge for everyone to cause their own drinks with the objective that no one can slip any prescriptions into them. Also, an amigo structure can be incredibly productive to empower everyone to stay safe And not wrap up a terrible situation. They can open up about it to them and make them feel protected.

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Revised law

In 2013 in February again the law was revised and the minor legal age was raised to eighteen years

Degradation of women can be seen on day to day basis in the form of eve-teasing, groping, passing elude comments grabbing, blazing, retribution pornography, following, among others, is a result of everyday standardized misogynist conduct. They are an aftereffect of specific activities and convictions that standardize assault.

Rape or violence against women does not happen in isolation. Or it is not uncommon it happens on a day to day basis. It is a piece of orderly assault culture. It begins with the standardization of assault and rapes, prompting the degradation of women. Which at long last propagates into increasingly fierce and rapes. Activities and perspectives we term as ‘innocuous’ and ‘not identified with assault’ are in certainty part of this structure and strengthen, just as reason, increasingly rough sexual acts.

Rape is an enormous issue that torments the current reality. It is a general issue and isn’t limited to any one country. Attack also can influence anyone at whatever point. It isn’t limited to anyone’s neighborhood, race, sex, sexual course, age, or financial status. Rape continues happening regularly, yet then many are not offered an explanation to the police. The attack is extensively thought to be the most underreported bad behavior. There are various signs of disfavor that go with attack, so it makes it difficult to approach. Furthermore, it is now and again difficult to show or proof when there are no physical signs. The harmed individual may in like manner fear being also tricked through the scientific technique, so the rape isn’t represented. There s also delay in getting justice which makes this whole process exhausting and tiring.

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The victim is not to be blamed

The eve-teasing or signs that someone is touching in the wrong way for a long time are not the signs to ignore because in the bigger picture they can result in rape. Parents should always be open up and close to their children. A sudden change in their behavior or some unusual patterns should never be ignored. And try to befriend your kids and let them know it is not their fault. And besides, with the basic availability of illegal prescriptions, the date rape has ended up being continuously run of the mill.

Notwithstanding the way that date attacks can occur without prescriptions. Normally people use unlawful substances to render their awful losses frail against their advances. This is one kind of date attack. In these cases, the terrible losses don’t perceive what came to pass for them, and if they were even raped. A segment of the drugs can make the loss of memory,. So it makes it incomprehensible for the harmed individual to communicate what happened. There are different drugs used for date attacks. A couple, like alcohol, are not unlawful substances. In any case, a significant part of the meds used in date attacks as unlawful substances. Rape can leave the sad loss feeling delicate. Various deplorable setbacks experience attack injury issues, which can genuinely influence their lives. And with giving of such drugs the victim loses memory and its hard for them to recall the incident.

Unreported rapes

Many rapes go unreported because the victim fears humiliation. And that they may not be accepted in society. But you know who is responsible for all this? It is us, the people of the society itself. Because we make the victim feel as if it is their fault. The reason is that we make them feel this way. We fail as people to make them feel safe and okay.

Most rapes do go unreported. Indian parliament also said that most rapes in India rape not even reported which is a cause of concern for all of us. Some states tried to estimate the number of crimes that go unreported. According to a survey that was carried out in 2006 by “National Crime Report Bureau” that about 71 percent of the crimes go unreported. And above all “marital rape” which is a common practice in India.

Though people are becoming more aware now. They are coming forward to fight their war. And get justice. But at the same time, the sad part is that many people in power threaten the victim or harass and torture them.

What are the reasons behind unreported Rapes?

The Uniform Crime Report is a yearly report that “consolidates offenses offered an explanation to law approval workplaces at the city, area, and state levels”. This report nuances the offenses that are represented to the pros.

“The National Crime Victimization Survey” is a wellspring of data that “apparent scenes not offered an explanation to the police and consolidates a point by point report of bad behavior events, misused individuals notwithstanding, and designs affecting heartbreaking losses”. Both the Uniform Crime Report and the National Crime Victimization Survey consolidate information about the attack, yet they each report certainly different numbers.

There are basically more attacks itemized in the National Crime Victimization Survey than in the Uniform Crime Report. It has been represented by the U.S. Division of Justice that singular “31% of all rapes are represented to the specialists”. This makes an issue in the criminal value field since it is difficult to end rape when a considerable number of individuals don’t report their rape.

Additionally

The reality is people who are rich or hold some power easily get away with this merciless crime. which is the sad reality of our country. Justice seems a long process. No strict laws are made for such crimes. what I find to be the sad part is that if the victim dies after the rape or is murdered then the cause of death is reported as murder and not rape.

Assault can occur between an outcast and a harmed individual, yet “various assaults. Regardless, occur among misused individuals and liable gatherings who know each other”. This leads the shocking setback to dread to counter in case they do report the assault. Various assailants may even trade-off the grievous loss to shield them from embarking to the police. The lower class suffers the most.

What does this focus on?

Tragic losses focus on these dangers in light of the fact that the attacker has quite recently seemed fierce nature, so they may have the option to do considerably more terrible. By virtue of date assault, the attacker may know where the victim lives and works, and this makes their lives progressively risky considering the way that they understand how to find the individual being referred to. A review of school women exhibited that “38% reported sexual misuse that met the legal importance of assault or attempted assault, yet only 1 of each 25, or 4% fundamentals the scene to the police”`. This is just a little statistic of what number of rape go unreported, and what number of assailants are permitted to rape again.

Rape is fundamentally one of the kinds of gigantic as the attacker is using their body as a weapon. Instead of simply taking some near the home thing that can be replaced. The attacker takes something from the harmed person’s body and mind, which can never be superseded. The incident has such an impact on the victim’s body, that it can last forever giving them flashbacks of the scene This preliminary may simply last two or three minutes, yet it feels like hours to the harmed individual as they wonder what will happen immediately. In like manner, it can last longer in occurrences of assaults. At the point when the event is finally completed and the awful setback recognizes they have suffered, they probably won’t want to talk about it with anyone, and especially not law approval authorities and examiners.

Some Rape Cases

Delhi Rape Case

In 2012 country the Delhi rape case left the whole country in shame. The case caught international attention as well. Om 16 December 2012 a girl was raped on a moving bus. She was just 23 years old. She was with a male friend who was very brutality beaten up. The same rod was penetrated inside the girl. And she died after fighting for thirteen days. Police arrested six men for the crime. And according to one of the rapist, it is the girls fault if she roams late at the night. it is the girl’s fault as she invited men to rape them.

Delta Meghwal rape case

On 29 March 2016, a corpse was found of a Dalit girl in the water tank which was in her hostel. Later the warden, principle, and the physical education teacher were arrested for the same.

These are just a few incidents that come up in light there are so many which do not even get attention. According to NCRB in 2018 one rape was committed every fifteen minutes. Many cases go unreported or do not get justice. Four-year children are raped even toddlers are raped. what country are we living in? Where is the humanity gone?

Furthermore

A couple of abused individuals may not report attacks since they don’t trust the police. This is especially found in direct social orders that show the uncertainty of law necessity. This may be for certain reasons. They may have encountered adolescence in a low-compensation condition where various people checked out illegal activities. They moreover may have had critical individual experiences with police. In like manner, if they are in the country illegitimately, they are increasingly opposed to reporting rape. They may in like manner have a partner or relative who was caught, and that causes them to despite the police as well.

It can in like manner be difficult for abused individuals to approach as for assault in light of the immense degree of male law prerequisite authorities. At the point when someone reports an ambush, they are asked extraordinarily accurate and private requests about what correctly the attacker did to them.

Conclusion

They have to give bits of knowledge in regards to the experience that may be difficult to examine, and it is shockingly increasingly horrible when the harmed individual is female. And necessities to discuss it with a male. In spite of the way that folks can be setbacks of assault, various abused individuals are females. And they have to banter with male authorities about their assault.

It is clumsy for certain people to chat with an untouchable about anything sexual, so to look at an assault is by a long shot progressively horrendous. This is made extensively all the additionally testing as authorities can once in a while give off an impression of being wanton. The official’s fundamental obligation is to assemble information about bad behavior. They are not accountable for consoling the individual being referred to, so they may give off an impression of being unexpected or unsympathetic. This solitary points the appalling setback more anger as they have to look at the strike and feel like they are not getting any sympathy. When will we wake up? When will be India a safe place for women? this all remains a long reality for us. Our justice system needs to wake up. It is high time now and women have had enough.

Hairstyle Craze of 2020 for women

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Priyanka Sarkar
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For 2020, the biggest trend for women’s hair is going to be short as well as natural textures. The first emphasis in on short hair for sure since it is going to remain central throughout this year. Also, with the current global situation, people are discovering their hidden talents at being hair stylists and independent. 

One of the most supreme short hairstyles that will rule is the timeless bob. Women need greater versatility and can without much of a stretch accomplish a smooth and modern bounce with the correct length for their faces. Or then again, if they slice it to hit collarbone length, they can include a tousled surface for an increasingly energetic and easygoing look. 

Also, an effortless way to add that extra volume on lazy days would be the BBlunt Blown Away, Volumizing Leave-In, which is quite affordable with great quality and can easily be found at nearby stores or on Nykaa as well as Amazon.

There will be a step back from the blunt-cut high fashion bobs but, the idea is to keep it relaxed and even a bit longer to maintain the soft look. Kaia Gerber embracing the soft bob look.

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Hairdressers concur that it’s not only the bobs which will have the texture this year but, every hairstyle. That is because the texture will keep on being a major point in 2020. Rather than super-smooth, over-styled hair, we’re going to see the more natural texture, regardless of whether that implies tousled and loosened up hair or wavy and noodle curled hair. Naomi Janumala, a 20-year old Indian model who was also a face of Rihanna’s luxury label Fenty in 2019, is seen flaunting her naturally frizzy hair and she is rocking it.

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Embrace authentic self

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Also, at the end of the day, it comes down to embrace your authentic self no matter what.Whatever your natural texture is, embrace it! Rather than removing it with heat devices, emphasize it with products like the BBlunt High Definition Curl, Curl Defining Leave-In Cream, which is quite affordable with great quality and can easily be found at nearby stores or on Nykaa as well as Amazon.

Moreover, to accentuate naturally curly hair, it’s often recommended to use shampoos and conditioners specifically made for such texture. There are a lot of local as well as international brands available in the market both offline and online to choose from.

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Natural texture is definitely in.

So, with regards to heat styling, it is certain that beach waves are going to keep being extremely popular for 2020. They’re delicate, tousled, and loose, so a decent texture spray will prove to be useful.

Personally, my favorite is the Phillips KeraShine Temp Control Hair Straightener. Start by getting an area of your hair and dropping it (correct, drop it—hold on for me) into the mouth of the level iron to make your first twist. At that point, with that equivalent area, brace your level iron looking like an “S” to finish off the piece. You’ll repeat this motion throughout your hair, focusing on your ends for a natural-looking finish. Use some texture spray or dry shampoo for definition and movement and BAM! Just-rolled-out-of-bed waves 😉 

With regards to medium to long hair, the modern shag will be all over the place, which bodes well, since it fuses that casual, tousled surface we were discussing prior. A cutting edge shag with fewer layers so there’s more than one length to look at as this will make things fun. And, a spray texture will make life easier with this hairstyle.

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Textured braids are going to rule

Braiding has never been out of style completely and this year, the textured braids are going to rule. It is safe to say that you are detecting a theme, yet? Texture, regardless of whether normal, beachy, shaggy, or braided, is unmistakably ruler in 2020, particularly all through the winter months. The winter cap won’t mess up if the hair is worn out with braids and waves.

And, of course, how can we forget the Upper East Side queen S aka Blake Lively, when it comes to beachy braids. Don’t forget to dig into her braids for upcoming winter inspirations. 

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It is always recommended too put a teeny bit of texture spray throughout the hair before braiding since it gives the strands extra grip, which keeps them intact for a long while.  

Bang-bang! Yes, you heard it right.

Get ready to see an arrival of bangs and adding bangs to a bob haircut will give a retro vintage-yyy vibe. The curtain bangs specifically will make a return, they are the iconic face-framing bangs which were super popular back in the 1960s-70s. With more #throwback vibes, this will be a trend. These are low-maintenance and can easily be grown out into face-framing layers, which seems to be perfect for any and every kind of face shape and hair type. It is recommended to trim every 5-6 weeks if you want to keep the curtains on your face intact for a while.

The Señorita superstar, Camilla Cabello embraces her curtain bangs with a rough top-knot looking super cute and chic with absolutely effortless charm.

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Warm/Solid Hair colors will reign this winter as people don’t want to spend long hours at the salon for saving time and also for safety issues with the current global pandemic issue. From warm auburn to mahogany and wine burgundy, these will keep you warm throughout the winter. For short hair, bolder colors like red velvet, fiery orange, electric blue, hot pink. 

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Finally, hair accessories will be the closest friend this season, from 90s hair-scrunchies to rhinestone beads and headbands. 2-3 day old hair can get an oomph factor with a cute clip or a big headband or bandana during humid days. 

Immunity boosting foods to consume to keep yourself healthy

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Muskan Ahuja
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It seems like the only solution to battle the ongoing crisis and situations is to take extra care of your immunity. With COVID 19 spreading like wildfire, and more and more people getting affected by the virus, it only makes sense to take extra care of your health. 

The best way to safeguard your health is to consume a lot of immunity-boosting foods. Not only will these foods make you feel better and healthy, but they will also ensure that your body is well prepared to fight all diseases and viruses. In fact, consuming immunity boosting foods is important, not just during the pandemic, but also as a part of a healthy lifestyle. 

Why should you consume immunity boosting foods?

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A good immune system and a nutritious diet are the firm foundations that will give you a long and healthy life. If you take the utmost care with respect to the above two, your body will be able to protect you from any and every kind of disease, even the COVID 19. We are still waiting for some miracle or some discovery that will help cure the virus. And that might still take some time. 

However, there are some vitamins and minerals that you need to include in your diet as soon as possible. These will help you stay strong, and help your body fight off all viruses. 

Healthy eating practices to keep in mind:

Coronavirus, or no coronavirus; these are practices that you should keep in mind always. Be punctual in following these.

Fruits, vegetables, and seeds

This is the most obvious item of all on the list. Make sure that you get a lot of servings of fruits and vegetables in your everyday diet. Those who consume greater amounts of these foods have better immunity as compared to those who do not. Additionally, this will also reduce your risks of infection. 

Cut down on sugar and carbohydrates

As per lab tests and studies, sugar impairs the functioning of white blood cells. Also, rises in blood sugar levels will make you more prone to infections and other health complications. Thus, it is recommended that you cut down on your sugar intake. 

Soups and broths

Soups and broths are excellent immunity boosting foods. They are also common remedies to cure a cold and flu. Moreover, consuming such foods improves the ability of the body to recover from infections. 

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Top immunity boosting foods to include in your diet

Yogurt

Immunity boosting foods to consume to keep yourself healthy

Yogurt is an excellent natural probiotic. It helps the body to form some really good bacteria, which are necessary for overall well being. Thus, it is a good practice to consume yogurt on a daily basis. However, try and avoid consuming curd at night. Additionally, if you have a sore throat, stay away from this super food. However, for better immunity, probiotics are a must. Thus, consuming supplements is also a good idea. 

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Turmeric

Immunity boosting foods to consume to keep yourself healthy

Turmeric is indeed the Indian wonder spice. This beautiful golden spice is common in each and every kitchen in the country. Turmeric is also well known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. Turmeric contains curcumin, which is a compound. This compound is a very potent agent. This compound is what helps to heal all wounds and infections. And this is precisely why turmeric milk is recommended, especially when you are sick. 

Consume turmeric milk every day before going to bed. Boil some turmeric with milk till you get a proper colour and flavor. Let it cool down a bit before consuming it. You can also consume this with some black pepper. 

Anti-virus foods

Thankfully, our Indian cuisine is full of foods that are anti-virus in nature. These include garlic, ginger, tulsi (basil )leaves, star anise, etc. Not only are these foods good for consumption now, but otherwise too, they protect against the seasonal flu. Therefore, consume a lot of these foods to boost your immunity and to flush out all toxins from your body. 

Simply boil three to four tulsi leaves in water, and then have the warm water. You can also include garlic in your everyday water. Taking warm water infused with ginger is also a good idea. Or you can have star-anise water. Take three to four pieces of star anise, boil them in water, and then consume the water when it is still warm.  

Zinc

Zinc is an important immunity boosting nutrient. It also improves your digestion and metabolism. Make sure that you include zinc in your diet by consuming zinc rich foods. These include cashew nuts, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, etc. 

Vitamins

Immunity boosting foods to consume to keep yourself healthy

Of all the different vitamins, Vitamin C and Vitamin D are the most important ones for building immunity. Therefore, consume citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and amla on a daily basis. Even mushrooms and egg yolks are good sources for Vitamin D. 

You can consume amla juice daily. Or eat a delicious fruit salad with pineapples, apples, and oranges. Consuming fresh orange juice is also a good idea. COVID 19 patients are being given Vitamin C regularly through intravenous therapy. Therefore, make sure you include plenty of it in your diet. Vitamin C tablets are also easily available in the market. 

Taking care of your health and immunity is now the only solution to fight the virus away. Of course, social distancing and good hygiene practices are really important. But you never know when you come in contact with a COVID infected person at some or the other time during the day. The best case practice is to, therefore, take utmost care of your immunity. Make your body so strong that it is in a position to fight away any and every virus and bacteria. Make sure that you eat good food, and avoid junk at all costs. Refrain from consuming foods from outside. Also, eat supplements like those for Vitamin C and Zinc on a regular basis. Drink warm water the first thing when you wake up, and end your day with a glass of warm turmeric milk. 

Take care and stay safe!

How To Get The Maximum Of Your Health Insurance

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Manishi Pande
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Health Insurance

Your health insurance provides you many benefits. But, not many will remember to use it to get the maximum. As it is a high cost that you pay on a monthly basis, you need to get the most of it. When it comes to health care plans, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all option.  Read on and find out how!

Understand your plan in details

Getting an insurance plan is all about the benefits that you get with it. The documentation will tell you how much do you need to pay for certain types of services, so keep it handy. You can also check if you need to pick in-network providers and if your physician is on the list. Purchasing a medical alert system.

Get a suitable plan for your family

Family plans allow you to save money, while the whole family will be covered. But, you need to choose a good plan that will cover the anticipated needs. Make sure that you cover the family’s health needs completely.

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Don’t go for the cheapest one

When you pick a plan, don’t go for the cheapest one available. The best way to pick a suitable plan is to note down all of the services that you use during the year including dental checks, prescriptions, and doctor checks. Each plan will have different costs for every service, so you will need to compare them. When you do this, always ad the deductibles and premiums. This will give you a clear idea on what to expect from your plan. You can find out how much does medicare cost a month.

Check the extras included

Your plan might have some useful extras that will be of good use. Some plans can offer useful services that they don’t talk much about. Many plans will offer a discount on services like fitness, acupuncture, massage, and other wellness services that you might need. Don’t pay for a regular fee when you can take advantage of the discounts that your plan offers.

Check your medical bills

Many of the medical bills that you receive might contain mistakes. This will cost you more, so it is always better to keep an eye on it. There are a few common errors that might make the insurance company pay less or even reject it. Check if the billing codes and account numbers are correct. Keep in mind that doctors can sometimes send the paperwork to a wrong company or wrong address.

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Check the in-network

Each company works with a sepcific network of physicians. Even if your doctor is in-network, they might go out. Also, check which services of your hospital are included. It doesn’t mean that every professional from the hospital is included in your coverage.

Final thoughts

By taking time to research more about your insurance plan, you will get to use all the advantages it offers. This will save you money, but also allow you to pick the best plan that will suit your needs and the needs of your family.

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