Posted by: inbablog on: October 24, 2008
When you’re surrounded by food, it’s easy to lose track of what you’re eating. Try some of our top tips for a healthier Diwali:
Try to pack meals with plenty of starchy foods, fruit and vegetables. These are healthy and keep you feeling full for longer.
Eat regular meals and [...]
Posted by: inbablog on: October 24, 2008
Take advantage of the delicious spices in your kitchen, and enjoy your favourite traditional recipes with more spice and less salt. It’s important to watch the salt you use at the table as well as when you’re cooking, because eating too much can raise your blood pressure, making you more at risk of heart [...]
Posted by: inbablog on: October 24, 2008
At Diwali, families often feast on richer versions of their favourite dishes. But you don’t have to add extra ghee or cream to make your Diwali meal special. Have a look at some of our healthier ways to have a fabulous feast.
Why not start by adding some special ingredients, like chopped almonds or dried [...]
Posted by: inbablog on: October 24, 2008
Get in the holiday spirit and bring your family together to make your own mithai. That way you can make them a little healthier by adding less sugar and using low-fat milk, oil or a low-fat spread instead of ghee.
The simplest way to eat less sweets is to cut them into smaller pieces and [...]
Posted by: inbablog on: October 24, 2008
Mithai are sweet treats. They form a big part of Diwali celebrations and are often given as presents to family and friends.
Some seasonal favourites include:
ghughra – a crescent-shaped pastry parcel, filled with coconut, semolina, flour, raisins, nuts and spices
gajar halwa or gajrela – a delicious dessert made from semolina or milk, carrots and cardamom, [...]
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