If you’ve ever visited or lived in South India, you know that banana is a big deal down there, and there are many varieties to choose from. One such kind is the Kerala Banana, also known as Nendran or plantains. These bananas are nutritionally superior with potassium, calcium, iron and phosphorous, along with good dietary…Read More
25 Sathumaavu Recipes for Kids
If there’s one baby food that every Mom in India feeds her baby, it’s got to be the ever-popular Sathumaavu, also known as Health Mix! And it completely deserves that name, considering the amount of healthy ingredients packed in this simple-looking powder. And if you think that Sathumaavu is restricted to weaning foods, then think again!…Read More
Rajma Veggie Quesadillas
Are your kids bored of the usual sabzi roti? Then make it interesting with these Rajma Veggie Quesadillas (pronounced ke-sa-diya’s). These are basically a fancier Mexican version of our very own Indian parathas. The addition of cheese, and it’s crispy exterior makes for a very hearty and satisfying meal. Serve it with tomato salsa, sour…Read More
60 Healthy Gluten Free Recipes for Kids
Gluten-free, dairy-free, lactose-free are all terms we’re seeing more of nowadays, whether it’s recipes or packaged foods. Parents are becoming increasingly aware of their children’s food sensitivities and allergies, something that has been undiagnosed for long. An article in the Indian Journal of Medical Research refers to celiac disease (a severe form of gluten intolerance) as…Read More
6 Common Winter Ailments in Kids and their Treatments
Preventing your child from getting sick is a full-time job for any parent and one that involves a lot of time and effort to get right. In winter, things get a lot more difficult as your children are exposed to more sickness in school and their immune systems take a toll during cold nights. Many…Read More
Garlic Soya Noodles Recipe
If there’s one packaged food item that everyone in the country eats, it’s got to be instant noodles! From kids to college students to busy professionals – a pack of noodles is an easy and convenient way to satisfy those hunger pangs in a tasty manner. However, most of the processed noodles available today aren’t…Read More
Are there Toxins in Baby Products used in your Home?
Taylor Hanson said, “Having a baby is a life-changer. It gives you a whole other perspective on why you wake up every day.” I’m sure that as a parent, you agree with this statement 100%! However you were leading your life earlier, once you become a parent, your priorities change. You start looking into every…Read More
Tips to Choose the Best Glucometer for Diabetes Management
“People with high blood pressure, diabetes – those are conditions brought about by life style. If you change the life style, those conditions will leave.” – Dick Gregory November 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day every year, ever since the day was first created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation. The day is…Read More
The Story of a Dream – The Little Moppet Heart Foundation
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer” – Harriet Tubman All of us have dreams. And we’re all in different stages of achieving them. Some of us are already on the point of them coming true, some of us are still working towards it while some may be waiting for the right moment. Today, I’m…Read More
How Sugar Addiction Can Lead to Diabetes in Kids
Here’s a short scene that happens in many homes across the world: You’ve been trying to get your baby to say ‘Mama’ for several weeks now, and you’ve almost given up hope of hearing him utter that magical word when one day – it happens! He looks at you, eyes open, face eager and his…Read More