Smoothies have been around forever, but in the last few years, they have received unprecedented attention when it comes to health in a glass. Yes, all the healthy drink hoopla started with the onset of Green Smoothies, where you blend any fruits or veggies you can get your hands on and gulp it down to get your daily dose of nutrients. They were good for your body, but not necessarily so for your … [Read more...]
New Year Fitness Resolutions And Tips to Help You Stick To Them
January 12, 2015 by
I just got back from a long vacation in India a few days back, and the first thing I did when I entered my home is get onto the weighing scale. Did I scream out loud? I almost did - Yikes, all the restaurant binging was good for my mood but definitely not good for my weight! I have added a lot of unwanted pounds, and now that the vacation is over, I am determined to get into shape again. I don't … [Read more...]
DIY: Gift Basket To Impress Your Guests In The Holiday Season
December 24, 2014 by
"This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias and its Advertiser. All thoughts and opinions are mine and mine alone and should not be construed as medical advice. #24HourEsterC #CollectiveBias" The holiday season is upon us, which means most of you are planning vacations, just like me! Vacations mean a lot of traveling, whether you are flying/driving somewhere else, or you have family or … [Read more...]
Deadly Poisons Lurking In Your Kitchen
December 23, 2014 by
What’s the first thing that comes into your head when you think about your kitchen? A place to do your cooking, hang out with your spouse, rustle up a delicious meal or two. Well, what about the cause of your death? Scary, huh? Turns out the kitchen isn’t as innocuous as it looks, with all its pots and pans neatly hanging there, just waiting for you to click your fingers. It’s actually a health … [Read more...]
Creamy Brown Rice Pudding
December 23, 2014 by
Today I'm going to bug you with a monologue of healthy eating, or sort of. Given that it's holiday season, most of us will indulge in desserts during our celebrations, but that does not mean that we can't be conscientious about what we eat! As south-asians, we eat a lot of white rice, it's like our staple diet. But more and more research suggests that white rice has way too much starch that can … [Read more...]
5 Frugal Ways Towards a Healthier Body
December 21, 2014 by
Today, I'm sharing a simple yet powerful post with you, inspired by the Sara Lee® 45 Delightful People Program. When asked to share my personal story that helped me fuel a transformation, it gave me an opportunity to really evaluate how small changes can make a big difference. Interested, then read on! After my second pregnancy, I found it very hard to get fit again, and the extra flab on my … [Read more...]
Frozen Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
December 16, 2014 by
Though I'm a foodie and I love trying out new recipes, I'm very picky when it comes to choosing a cookbook for my experiments. in fact, I don't even go and buy every new recipe book that I see on the market, I barely have like 12 cookbooks, and though these days blogs (like mine and my fellow bloggers:)) are what drive a lot of recipe creation in the culinary world, I do love my cookbooks and I … [Read more...]
DIY: Easy Snowflake Candle Centerpiece
December 16, 2014 by
Who doesn't like decking up their homes during the holidays? but that does not necessarily mean that you need to buy expensive decorations. Every year I try to do something different during our Holiday decorations. Being a DIY fan, I love scouring Dollar stores, craft stores and the clearance sections in other stores to collect stuff that I can repurpose to make something beautiful. Making a … [Read more...]
14 Fancy Holiday Cookies & Bars
December 15, 2014 by
I'm sure you all have a list of Holiday delicacies that you are going to bake for friends and family; but if you are looking for something new and exciting, yet easy enough to make and impress your guests with, then this post is for you. Below, I share with you 14 festive and fancy holiday cookies and bars that will deck your holiday table with lots of cheer. From hot favorites like Double … [Read more...]
CashewMilk & Oreo Cookie Milkshake
December 14, 2014 by
For those of you who've been regular readers of my blog, you know that I am a fan of SILK, and though it took me years to try their Soy Milk, I was instantly interested in their Almond Milk and Coconut Milk offerings. But now their latest addition, the rich and creamy SILK Cashew Milk has completely bowled me over! I always knew that dairy-free, gluten-free milk was a great option for people with … [Read more...]
