How to Help Kids Eat Healthier at Home?
Every parent knows this challenge: if you offer a child broccoli and a bar of chocolate, the chocolate almost always […]
Ending the Heart-Disease Epidemic
For decades, doctors across the world have observed a striking pattern: the diseases that dominate modern societies—heart disease, obesity, diabetes,
Carcinogen-Blocking Effects of Turmeric
We are increasingly aware that certain plant-derived compounds, called “chemopreventive agents,” can help prevent cancer before it develops. Unlike chemotherapy,
Why Cheese Is Difficult to Digest – The Science Behind It
Cheese may seem like a harmless comfort food, but for many people—especially in India—it can be surprisingly hard on the
Protein Obsession
Humans consume far more protein than physiologically required, yet the myth of deficiency persists. Evolution, epidemiology, kidney science, cardiovascular data,
Phytates — A Promising Food Factor From Indian Pulses and Grains
Phytates (also called phytic acid, or myo-inositol hexaphosphate, often abbreviated InsP₆) are naturally found in whole-grains, legumes (beans, lentils), oilseeds,
The McGovern Report: The Birth of America’s Dietary Guidelines
Senator George McGovern, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 90, is often remembered for his 1972 presidential
Food Additives: Tread Cautiously
In India, the regulatory responsibility for the safety of food additives lies primarily with the Food Safety and Standards Authority
The Science of Fish Oil (Omega-3)
As urban diets change and lifestyles become more sedentary, the idea of taking a fish-oil capsule to protect the heart
The Power of Haldi
Even in our daily kitchens in India, the bright yellow spice turmeric carries a hidden power. The compound inside it