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Intermittent Fasting is one of the fastest ways to lose weight. But what is it, and what things should you keep in mind before going on intermittent fasting. Find out with us.

Navratri is a nine-day festival of fasting which is kept with much fanfare all over the world by Indians. But calling it a fast wouldn't be accurate, as most people actually feast on vrat ka khaana. However, if done right, Navratri can be a great nine-day detox for the mind, body and soul. It can be a time to reset and rejuvenate the system. So let's take you through some healthy options so that you can detox your body in these 9 days.

There's a scientific reason why Indians love their butter and curd. But what about the millions who don't have lactase persistence, i.e. the gene to consume dairy in the first place? So in this episode, we are going to show you how you can replace some of the biggest dairy essentials with vegan replacements.

We might think nutrition is the same for men and women. But women have specific nutritional requirements that need to be met and we are here to discuss 5 things that are a must-have in a women's diet.

Sugar is hidden in a lot of food items that you are consuming without even knowing it Let's talk about five such food items that have hidden sugar in them and here's how it is affecting you. Tune in now!

Lactose intolerance a condition when the body can not digest lactose. But we know dairy based products give us a host of benefits, so how can lactose intolerant people get the same nutritional benefits? Tune in to know more!

Breakfasts in India are diverse. Every culture has its own version of breakfast, each more tasty than the other. Let's take a look at the top 5 popular breakfasts of from the corners of India and see how they can be made more healthy.

There are two types of people in the world. One, who stay hydrated no matter where. They could be in a desert and they'll still be having 4 litres of water, I don't know from where. And then, there's the other type which can't even finish one litre of water even while sitting at home! Well, I definitely belong to the second category and I am sure 70% of you belong to it too. In this episode, you will find 10 super effective ways in which you can stay hydrated on the go.

A miracle herb. A superstar in the US. Ashwagandha is darling in the health world. The origin of now a Ashwagandha dates back to 6000 BC. Let's listen why Ashwagandha is a miracle herb.

Turmeric has a very long history of medicinal use. It dates back to the Vedic age nearly 4000 years ago. In fact, turmeric is so powerful that it's also called the golden spice of India. Let's listen why is Turmeric called the Golden Spice of India.

Did you know eating too much of khus khus can make you fail a drug test? Yes, khus khus is made from poppy seeds. And eating too many poppy seeds before a drug test can make you FAIL ONE! But don't be alarmed that you are doing anything illegal by eating khus khus. Tune in to know more about poppy seeds and if they can make you fail a drug test.

In this episode we are going to share with you reasons why veganism is a great health choice and how you can embrace a vegan lifestyle.

Here's a shocking fact: 10 out of 13 honey brands fail the purity test. So how can we ensure that the honey we are consuming is SAFE and pure? We all know that pure honey is very good for us, but how do we ensure that the honey that we are buying is even PURE? Find out the answers to all these questions in this episode.

Admit it, it's tough to stick to a healthy diet on a busy workday. You'd rather sip copious amounts of coffee, be glued to your desk and stay there till the sun sets. But being busy doesn't mean you take your health for granted. Even on the busiest of work days, you can make health a priority by sticking to these 7 good habits that we are telling you about in this episode.

Do you know what good gut health is? Your morning starts with the perfect bowel movement and you feel energized throughout the day. But an unhealthy gut can lead to autoimmune diseases, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, immune levels, and even mental health. Don't worry, we are here to give you very simple ways in which you can make your gut healthy again.

Salad can be termed as a healthy tasteless option to eat but it can be turned tasty and there are a lot of benefits to eating salad. In this episode, we talk about the 5 Benefits of eating salad. Tune in to know more!

Ghee is the Brahmastra of Indian cooking And you know even before any of us was born, since then our ancestors have been having ghee as an Ayurvedic medicine. Yes that same ghee you didn’t even look at in the kitchen the Vedas have called that ghee "the first and most essential of all foods." But I will give you five uses of ghee that will make you pause the video and dance in a bucket full of ghee right now. Don’t do that, listen to the full episode first.

There was a time our grandparents forced us to eat makhanas. Back then, makhanas were not cool. And now, you see makhanas in every fancy store. By the way, they are called fox nuts by the elite. Fox nuts ho ya makhana, eating them will give you lots of health benefits. Let's find out what are those benefits in this episode.

The right pre-and post-workout meal can take your fitness game to a whole new level. Find out different options for a healthy before and after workout snack.

Smoothies are popular among fitness junkies. But what are the pros and cons of having smoothies? Let's find out in this episode of the Food for Thought podcast!