Food

Next time you’re eating a jamun, don’t throw away the seeds. Here’s what nutritionists and studies say about how it helps regulate diabetes, and how you can make seed powder at home.

India is the only place where the rare Gucchi mushroom is found. This variety has a host of health benefits, and a unique flavour that makes it stand apart from other types of mushrooms.

Today, India contributes to 25 per cent of the world’s total production of chillies. But did you know, the humble chilli is not native to our country? Here's how it travelled the world to become a national staple.

Drinking ajwain water in the morning has many health benefits, such as bettering digestion, reducing bloating and weight loss. And if you are looking for the recipe, here's the one Parineeti Chopra uses for better gut health.

From heart health to weight loss, foxtail millet has a host of health benefits. Here are three easy Indian millet dishes for you to include in your regular diet.

Bejubano Ki Rasoi, an initiative by Jaipur-based Gajraj Singh Kachhawa, feeds thousands of stray dogs freshly cooked meals at Rs 5.

This low-calorie fruit is the perfect thirst quencher. But did you know it also makes a perfect addition to payasam and pakoras?

Entrepreneur Popularises Bastar’s Mahua as Healthy Snacks, Employs 350 Rural Women

Founded by Mumbai's Hemangi and Prashant Nakwe, Hema's Veg Rasoi has so far served over 10,000 healthy meals inspired from traditional Maharashtrian recipes.

An icon of Kashmiri cuisine, the wonders of nadru or lotus stem go beyond its taste and versatility, owing to its numerous health benefits.