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FOOD RECEIPE

INGREDIENTS 2 cups bengal gram flour 1 cup whole wheat flour(coarse) 1 1/2 tablespoons semolina 1 1/4 teaspoons red chili powder 1 teaspoon black pepper (coarse) 1 1/2 tablespoons coriander powder (coarse) 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional) 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 4 tablespoons oil (for the dough) water (to bind dough) salt to taste oil (to deep-fry) METHOD Mix all the ingredients. Knead to a stiff dough. Divide the dough into 15 equal portions. Knead well. Shape each one into even sized, thick rolls. Cut each roll into 10 equal pieces. Shape and roll each piece into oblongs like croquettes with tapering ends. On high flame, heat oil in a frying pan. Lower the flame. Deep fry a few croquettes till they are golden brown in colour. Remove, drain and put them on an absorbent paper. Cool and store them in an airtight container.

SNACK CRISPY

Ingredients 4 cups Whole Wheat flour 1/2 cup Oil 4 teaspoons Salt 1 teaspoon haldi 10-15 teaspoons Red Chilli Powder (depending on how spicy you like it) 3 teaspoons Sesame seeds (til) 1 teaspoon whole or ground Jeera 1 teaspoon whole or ground ajmo (ajwain seeds) 1 + 1/3 cup water METHOD 1. In a big bowl, add all the dry ingredients - flour, salt, haldi, red chilli powder, ajmo, jeera, sesame seeds + Oil 2. Mix all the dry ingredients very well. 3. Add water & knead a stiff dough like we make for pooris. 4. Apply little oil, keep covered for 30 mins 5. Spread a paper sheet on the counter or ground 6. Make arround 100 equal portions & roll into small pooris. After rolling a puri, with a small fruit fork/fork/edge of knife, make some deep indents in the puri so it doesn't puff up while frying Please make sure that you cover the unrolled portions in a bowl, they should not turn dry before rolling or else it will be difficult to roll & the fina...

RAW BANANA WAFERS

Ingredients 4 medium raw bananas 3-4 cups water salt and freshly crushed black pepper as required oil for deep frying Instructions peel one banana first. pour the water in a bowl. using a mandoline slicer, slice the banana directly into a bowl of water. so that the slices fall in the water. take another banana and slice in the same way. slice the rest of the banana in a similar way. heat oil for deep frying in a kadai or wok. remove some of the banana slices from the bowl of water and dry them with clean kitchen towels or napkins. when the oil is medium hot, add the slices and fry on medium heat. don't overcrowd. stir with a slotted spoon so that the slices don't stick to each other. fry till you see the sizzling & bubbles in the oil becoming less and less and almost disappear. the slices would have changed color and become crisp also. remove the fried banana chips with slotted spoon and then drain on paper towels. when they are cooled, immediat...

BENEFITS METHI

Methi (fenugreek) is a wonder spice that widely used in Indian kitchen in many dishes like curries, dal, paratha and many vegetarian dis hes. Although both the seeds and leaves are equally important to cure many health problems. Have a look: 1. Weight loss: Fenugreek seeds play an important role in weight loss by suppressing appetite. Soake methi seeds overnight & in the morning empty stomach have it with a glass of water. The fiber present in seeds, swells up inside and gives a feeling fullness. Thereby helsp you in managing weight. 2. Controls diabetes: Methi seeds contain galactomannan, which is a natural soluble fiber helps to reduce the time of sugar is absorbed into blood stream. highly recommended for diabetic person. 3. Manage cholesterol: Fenugreek contains saponins that help reduce the body’s absorption of cholesterol from fatty foods. It is recommended to take soaked methi seeds 1tsp everyday. 4. Combat hair loss: Methi seeds are extremely helpful to give...

SPINACH CRISPY

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You’ve heard of kale chips, beet chips and even apple chips… what about spinach chips? They’re delicious and easy to make! Give ‘em a try! Ingredients: 2 large handfuls of spinach 1 tbsp olive oil ½ tbsp Italian herb seasoning sea salt to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Evenly coat spinach leaves in oil, seasoning and salt. Place leaves on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake for 9-12 minutes until crispy.                                                                                                                 source : juice plus

NATURAL THERAPY

In about 5 mins, your headache  The nose has a left and a right side w e use both to inhale and exhale a ctually they are different You'll be able to feel the difference  t he right side represents the sun ,t he left side represents the moon.                                                                                                                                                         During a headache, try to close your right nose and use your left nose to breathe. In about 5 mins, your headache will go. If you feel tired, just reverse, close your left nose and breathe through your righ...

FRUIT PAPAYA

1.Papaya is a fruit that is rich in fiber and lowers cholesterol levels. It contains enzymes that help prevent oxidization of cholesterol, which in return helps to prevent heart-attacks. 2.The antioxidants in papaya help in controlling premature ageing. This quality of papaya helps you to get a younger look. 3.Papaya contains a high amount of potassium and the flesh of papaya is very high in Vitamin A. 4.Papaya seeds and leaves are useful in treating intestinal worms found in the body. 5.Papaya helps prevent constipation and also aid in digestion. Papaya contains the protein called papain which is a digestive enzyme that helps in natural digestion process. 6.Papaya juice helps in alleviating infections of the colon by clearing away the infection, pus and mucus. Regular consumption will help in improving the problem. 7.The skin of papaya is excellent for treating skin wounds and places that do not heal quickly. 8.Papaya is low in calories and high in nutritive value he...

JUICE TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

Apples - 2 medium Carrots - 3 medium Celery - 2 stalks Pears - 2 medium Turmeric Root - 2 thumb Ginger Root - 1 thumb Gralic – 2 thumb 1 Lemon juice Process all ingredients in a juicer, shake or stir and serve. APPLE: Eating an Apple a day without peeling its skin can prevent high blood pressure. “Apple’s skin is a resource richest of flavonoid that provides various health benefits, amongst others is to prevent ACE enzyme that causes hypertension,” Apple is the fruit that keeps circulatory system healthy. Apple has insoluble fibers that lowers the cholesterol in body. It also have soluble fibers that boost the digestive system. This dual action of apple keeps heart healthy, and lowers your blood pressure. Add Apples today to your high blood pressure diet . CELERY: Celery contains high levels of potassium and active compounds called phthalides, which have been found to lower blood pressure and promote a healthy circulatory system. Celery should be eaten raw or in juice form t...

Fat Flush Water

This is another version of the fat flush water, it also promotes energy and good health. I think it sounds delicious, it will be in my refrigerator in the next few days! This drink can play a huge role in your flat belly diet! Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 liters water 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 medium cucumber, sliced 1 medium lemon, sliced 12 small spearmint leaves Place all ingredients in a large pitcher, let blend together overnight, the next day drink the whole pitcher during the course of the day. Hello fast weight loss!