Almonds have no cholesterol and sodium, but they are rich in monounsaturated fat. This unique Nutritional composition promotes a healthy heart. Taking Almonds as a snack can give you functional weight loss as it is rich in protein and fibre. The ideal meal for people with diabetes due to its low glycemic index. One handful of Almonds can be taken anytime during the day as snack.it can be considered as mid-day meal, evening snack or late-night snack. An exciting recipe by Ms Seema Singh, Chief Clinical Nutritionist and Head of Department, Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj
DARK CHOCOLATE CHERRY ALMOND GRANOLA BARS
- 2-1/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flax seed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped almonds
- 2/3 cup honey
- Three tablespoons coconut oil
- Three tablespoons brown sugar
- One teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper so that the edges hang over the sides of the meal.
- In a large bowl, stir together salt, wheat bran, oats, flaxseed, and chopped almonds.
- In a small saucepan, heat together honey, brown sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla extract over medium heat until brown sugar is dissolved & coconut oil is melted. Bring to a boil and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- Pour over oat mixture and stir in cherries and dark chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish.
- Freeze for two hours before cutting into bars. Store in an airtight container.
APPLE CIDER HEALTH BENEFITS
Here are some benefits explained by Dr Sachin Dhawan, Senior Consultant, Department of Dermatology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
- Apple cider vinegar is a weak solution of acetic acid, that is prepared through a natural unique fermentation process from apples and is rich in minerals like manganese, potassium, calcium and iron
- Being a fruit produce its also rich in Alpha Hydroxy acids
- It has a weak acidic property, so it neutralizes the alkalinity caused by harsh soaps and shampoos
- It also has broad antifungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties, so it helps to take care of mild irritation, dandruff and recurrent boils in the scalp and on skin
- Due to the Aloha hydroxy acids, it has skin toning properties and helps to promote exfoliation of dead skin
- Apple cider vinegar has stomach cleansing, and detoxifying properties and people often use it to try to lose weight even though the scientific evidence for the same is not very strong
- It can be mixed with warm water 1:10 and added with cinnamon, honey and a squeeze of lime to make it more palatable
- It is best to take it early in the morning half-hour before food
- It can be taken after meals also
- It can be added to herbal tea as well
- For the scalp, it can be diluted 1:10 with water and can be applied 20-30 minutes before wash, either mixed or alone with tea tree oil or mint oil (1 part)
- This mix can also be used for the final rinse of the hair and left to dry
- For the skin, it can be used in 1:20 dilution and used as a wash for the face
- Certain products available in the market also incorporate this in toners and creams for acne
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