Food

Healthy Food

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Some healthy snack options

Fresh or frozen berries with cottage cheese
Banana slices
Fresh fruit skewers with Greek yogurt
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Frozen fruit
Cereals
Lower fat yogurt
Unsalted nuts and seeds
Fruit and veggie smoothie
Popcorn
Watermelon
Baked or raw apples sprinkled with cinnamon
Raisins, dates, and other unsweetened dried fruits

Benifits of homemade healthy food

The advantages of homemade food are so many. Here are some of the key advantages supported by research and expert opinions include-
Healthier Ingredients
Cost-Effective
Portion Control
Family Bonding
Hygiene and Food Safety
Improved Mental and Emotional Well-being
Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases

Learn how to make food at home for beginners

To start cooking at house follow these steps-
Build a book of recipes
Cook food you love
Shop for must-have dishes, appliances and pan
Make a meal schedule
Set aside time for cooking
Start with simple recipes
Focus on the process
Invest in a set of pans
Grow your spice collection
Learn basic cooking techniques
Remember, cooking at home is a skill that improves with practice

Eating healthy food has numerous advantages for both physical and mental health.

Reduces risk of diseases- Healthy food helps in reducing the risk of heart disease, illness ,stroke, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and various types of cancer.
Improves mood-Having a diet rich in whole grains, nuts, fruits , and vegetables can help boost mood and reduce stress levels.
Better memory- A diet high in fruits and vegetables improves memory and cognitive function.
Strong bones- A healthy diet which includes calcium and vitamin D-rich foods helps in maintaining strong bones.
Healthy weight- Eating a balanced diet with appropriate portion sizes helps in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
Improved digestion- A diet rich in fiber and probiotics supports digestive health and prevents constipation.
Enhanced immune system- A healthy diet provides necessary nutrients for a robust immune system and makes the body more resistant to infections and diseases.

Makar Sankranti

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Makar Sankranti is also called Uttarayana. Makar Sankranti consists of two words, Makar means “ Capricorn”, and Sankranti means “Transition” that means the movement of sun into a new orbit. The occasion is celebrated as the festival of harvest across the country. Makar Sankarti pooja is dedicated to God Sun.

Colourful decorations, singing and dancing, kite flying, and rangoli making are some of the popular and social activities that are performed on the festival of Makar Sankranti. It is also celebrated by preparing sweets made of jaggery and sesame.

Makar Sankranti is not only the festival of sweets and activities but also strengthens the familial bonds. It unite people across different regions, languages, and traditions.

Makar Sankranti is celebrated in different states. In Punjab, the festival is celebrated in the form of “Lohri”. On this occasion, families gather together and perform traditional dances, folk songs, exchanging warm wishes, and share treats like jaggery and sesame seeds.

In Tamil Nadu, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as “Pongal”. It blossoms into a four day festival, and each day has its own rituals and customs. Pongal comes from the Tamil word that means “To Boil”. According to the ritual, rice is boiled in milk and then first offered to the god.

In Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh, it is celebrated as Sankrant. In these states, Makar Sankranti is simply celebrated by exchanging til-gul, sesame seeds-jaggery. Til Ladoo and Gajak are the mouthwatering sweets on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

During Makar Sankranti, taking a dip in a holy river is also considered as a tradition. It shows the spiritual connection and sense of devotion. The river Ganga is considered as the river of heaven. Many of the devotees take bath on the bank of the Ganga river on the day of Makar Sankranti.