Diabetes is becoming increasingly more common in the world and South Asians are particularly at higher risk of getting it. Fortunately, there are several strategies one can employ to control their dia...

Is fibre really your friend?

YES!! Although fibre is known mainly for preventing or relieving constipation, fibre can also lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Pretty good deal!...

The more you read them; the better will be your choice!

You may have noticed food labels on almost all prepackaged foods in the grocery store. But some foods that are prepared or processed at a grocery...

It is important to know what types of fat are the healthier ones and which you should limit or avoid.

Types of Fat

So knowing that you should include some amount of fat in your daily diet, it is importa...

Many energy drinks are sold in large can sizes and have lots of added sugar in them.

What are energy drinks?

Energy drinks are caffeinated beverages that are marketed to improve energy, stamina, athleti...

Grains are an integral part of our diet.  They are dry, hard seeds and have different shapes, colors and sizes. Some of the examples of grains include wheat, rice, corn, rye, oat, barley etc.  We eat...