Vegans, vegetarians and pescatarians may be at a higher risk of bone fractures compared to meat eaters, a new study published in the journal BMC Medicine states.
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Vegans may be at a higher risk of bone fractures, study suggests

Vegans, vegetarians and pescatarians may be at a higher risk of bone fractures compared to meat eaters, a new study published in the journal BMC Medicine states. Researchers looked at data from 54,898 respondents in the UK. Vegans with a low calcium and protein intake had a 43% greater risk of fractures. It was concluded that there were 19.4 more cases in vegans and 4.1 more cases in vegetarians for every 1000 people over a duration of 10 years. The risk, however, was slightly reduced when BMI, calcium and protein intake were taken in consideration. A limitation of the study was that it included only white European participants.

Vegans, vegetarians and pescatarians may be at a higher risk of bone fractures compared to meat eaters, a new study published in the journal BMC Medicine states. Researchers looked at data from 54,898 respondents in the UK. Vegans with a low calcium and protein intake had a 43% greater risk of fractures. It was concluded that there were 19.4 more cases in vegans and 4.1 more cases in vegetarians for every 1000 people over a duration of 10 years. The risk, however, was slightly reduced when BMI, calcium and protein intake were taken in consideration. A limitation of the study was that it included only white European participants.

Mealworms may soon make their way on menus across Europe, after the European Food Safety Agency approved the yellow grubs to be used in flour, as well as in curries alo

Mealworms may soon make their way on menus across Europe, after the European Food Safety Agency approved the yellow grubs to be used in flour, as well as in curries along with other recipes.
As per a report by Reuters, they're rich in fibre, fat and protein and has been used as an ingredient in pet food.
EFSA's statement is a step closer, as officials consider approving the sale of cookies, protein bars and other items that contain the bugs.
The report also stated that there may be psychological hurdles that may prevent people from trying these items.

Have you ever wondered why some people end their meal with&nbsp;betel&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;or paan ke patte? According to historic records, even the royals in India commonl

Have you ever wondered why some people end their meal with&nbsp;betel&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;or paan ke patte? According to historic records, even the royals in India commonly followed the practice. Ayurveda practitioners say that chewing on&nbsp;betel&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;supports digestion and promotes gut health. The&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;are believed to be anti-flatulent and carminative and thus, enhance metabolism.&nbsp;
Considered to be an analgesic, experts believe applying a paste made out of the&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;can help relieve symptoms of pain. Using the paste on a wound or a cut can do wonders. If you're suffering from internal injuries or pains, drinking&nbsp;betel&nbsp;leaf juice may offer some pain relief.&nbsp;
A powerhouse of antioxidants,&nbsp;betel&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;help ease constipation and an upset stomach. Just crush the&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;and soak them in water overnight. Drink the water the next day on an empty stomach to reap benefits for the bowels.&nbsp;
Paan ke Patte serve as an antidote for a variety of respiratory issues like cough, cold, congestion and asthma. Simply apply mustard oil on the leaf, warm it and place on the chest for relief. Alternatively, you can boil the&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;with cardamom, cinnamon and cloves in water and consume the concoction. &nbsp;
Rich in polyphenols, the&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;come with anti-fungal and antiseptic elements that help cure any kind of fungal infection and provide protection from germs. The paste can be applied on the infected area to kill the fungus.&nbsp;
So now you know why the humble leaf has been such an important part of India&rsquo;s culinary culture!&nbsp;

Acid reflux is a far too common issue that we experience from time to time. It happens when stomach acids travel from the food pipe to the mouth. Heartburn, not associa

Acid reflux is a far too common issue that we experience from time to time. It happens when stomach acids travel from the food pipe to the mouth. Heartburn, not associated with the heart at all is, in fact, a symptom of acid reflux. It is the burning sensation in the abdomen or the chest.&nbsp;
People often turn to commercial medications, such as omeprazole, for relief. However, there are a number of lifestyle changes that can offer you long term relief from the tricky problems of acid reflux: &nbsp;
Acid reflux usually occurs after you have a meal and a large meal only makes it worse. Try avoiding large meals and cut down on your portion sizes. Replace larger meals with a higher number of smaller meals during the course of the day.&nbsp;
How you eat and when you eat could trigger heartburn. Make sure you finish your meal at least two hours before bedtime. Eat slowly, relishing each bite to the fullest.&nbsp;
High-fat foods, onions, tomatoes, citrus fruits and caffeine are commonly blamed to be a trigger for acid reflux in some people. Make a list of the food items you&rsquo;ve consumed that caused you heartburn to keep track of your trigger points. Experts believe a majority of patients with acid reflux avoid drinking citrus juice, as it can be a major cause of acidity.&nbsp;
You may not believe it but tight clothes tend to worsen the problem, increasing the pressure on the abdomen. Therefore, if you&rsquo;re a victim of acid reflux and often complain of heartburn, try to opt for loose clothes and see if that does the trick for you.&nbsp;
If the problem persists even after you&rsquo;ve tried all of this, it would be best to see a doctor. &nbsp;

Pre-menstrual Syndrome or PMS is a condition that many women deal with. For many, the symptoms can be severe. PMS&nbsp;can lead to feeling bloated to extreme mood swing

Pre-menstrual Syndrome or PMS is a condition that many women deal with. For many, the symptoms can be severe. PMS&nbsp;can lead to feeling bloated to extreme mood swings. Here are some things you could do, to help deal with PMS better.
#1 Don't skip breakfast or meals
Skipping meals will only make you more irritable, due to the fall in your blood sugar levels. Moreover, you should&nbsp;avoid overly processed foods loaded with salt, which could enhance bloating and water retention.
#2 Control those cravings Women&nbsp;often crave sweet foods during PMS, so grabbing a dessert seems like a quick fix. Depressive moods during PMS&nbsp;are&nbsp;caused by a lower levels of progesterone in the body, and hence it triggers the need for comfort food. So resist those cravings and choose&nbsp;healthy snack alternatives, like whole grains or fruits.
#3 Don't forget to exercise
While getting comfortable may provide some relief, it is important to get moving! Studies have shown that maintaining a healthy weight may prevent PMS. Don't forget to exercise, do yoga or practise some deep breathing, they will help reduce stress. and relax the mind.
#4 Remember to hydrate
Drink your fill of water! Being hydrated will help you flush out the toxins.&nbsp;

Does the time at which you eat fruits matter? How many many should you eat every day? Nutrition expert Rupali Datta answers all your 'fruity' questions.&nbsp;

Does the time at which you eat fruits matter? How many many should you eat every day? Nutrition expert Rupali Datta answers all your 'fruity' questions.&nbsp;

There's a lot of confusion around how menopause affects every woman. Nutrition expert Rupali Datta explains all you need to know and how your diet can help in reducing 

There's a lot of confusion around how menopause affects every woman. Nutrition expert Rupali Datta explains all you need to know and how your diet can help in reducing the symptoms of menopause.&nbsp;

Infrequent bowel movements due to constipation can be quite troublesome, leading to more serious health problems like haemorrhoids. According to Harvard, almost 40% to 

Infrequent bowel movements due to constipation can be quite troublesome, leading to more serious health problems like haemorrhoids. According to Harvard, almost 40% to 60% of older adults regularly deal with constipation but age is not necessarily the root of the problem. &nbsp;
People often turn to harsh laxatives to ease themselves but if you&rsquo;re looking for a natural fix, here are some diet changes that may help: &nbsp;
Eating fibre-rich food like fruits and vegetables can help regulate bowel movements. You should aim to consume at least 25 grams of fibre every day. Fibre-rich foods like figs, apples, black beans and leafy greens can act as natural laxatives for the body.&nbsp;
Hydration is also a key factor. Apart from your daily water intake, make sure to drink enough healthy fluids and avoid dehydrating drinks like soda or caffeinated beverages. &nbsp;
In some cases, magnesium can also relax the bowels and pull water into the intestines. Some great natural sources to get your magnesium are pumpkin seeds, almonds, spinach and soy milk. &nbsp;
Natural home remedies are great for a bad bowel day but if you have a serious bowel obstruction and face constant irregularity in your motions, it is best to consult a doctor. &nbsp;

Approximately one out of 10 women of childbearing age suffer from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS, according to Medical News Today. Most of these women are often unaw

Approximately one out of 10 women of childbearing age suffer from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS, according to Medical News Today. Most of these women are often unaware that they have the syndrome. Some common symptoms include irregular periods, weight gain, acne and heavy bleeding. Many women with PCOS also report cysts in the ovaries.&nbsp;
According to studies conducted in the past, certain dietary and lifestyle changes can help lower the impact of the syndrome. While there is no fixed diet for PCOS, experts believe including foods that help you lose weight, could be beneficial. Foods that have a low&nbsp;&nbsp;glycemic index should be eaten. These include legumes, whole grains, nuts and starchy vegetables. These food items do not cause insulin levels to rise rapidly.&nbsp;
Anti-inflammatory foods like fatty fish and extra virgin olive oil will also be beneficial as they will help reduce symptoms of fatigue, induced by PCOS.&nbsp;
Experts often recommend the DASH diet to reduce symptoms. This &lsquo;Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension&rsquo; diet is rich in poultry, low-fat dairy products and fish.&nbsp;
Besides these dietary changes, exercise is an important step to take if you have been diagnosed with PCOS. Experts recommend that losing 5 to 10 percent of your body fat could help regulate your menstrual cycle.&nbsp;
It is advisable to see an expert if symptoms do not come under control.&nbsp;

They may be small but they&rsquo;re powerhouses of vitamins and minerals required by the body. Include these seeds in your snacking regimen and let the magic unfold!&nb

They may be small but they&rsquo;re powerhouses of vitamins and minerals required by the body. Include these seeds in your snacking regimen and let the magic unfold!&nbsp;
From omega-3 fats to fibre and iron, chia seeds have it all and could, in fact, replace eggs if you&rsquo;re vegan. To maximise their benefit, soak them overnight and add to another food item to eat. Sprinkle some over a salad, add them in your smoothie or simply make chia pudding and enjoy.&nbsp;
Rich in magnesium, which is essential for sleep regulation, a regular intake of pumpkin seeds could help improve your sleep cycle. They are also great sources of antioxidants like vitamin E, K, B and carotenoids. Eat them raw, roasted or add them to your salads!&nbsp;
Brown or golden, flax seeds are loaded with nutrients and give you the required omega-3 fats needed by the body. They could help safeguard you from heart trouble as well as the occurrence of stroke. Pick from some favourites &ndash; flaxseed smoothie, raita or even flaxseed oil can do wonders.&nbsp;
Protein-rich sesame seeds could help stabilise your blood pressure and contain nutrients vital for bone health. These seeds and their oil have anti-inflammatory properties and the high content of vitamin B boosts metabolism. Binge on sesame laddus or a delicious sesame toast!&nbsp;

Good news for coffee lovers! Researchers have found that drinking&nbsp;a few cups of coffee daily could help keep prostate cancer at bay and improve your chances of sur

Good news for coffee lovers! Researchers have found that drinking&nbsp;a few cups of coffee daily could help keep prostate cancer at bay and improve your chances of survival by 16 per cent. The study, published in the online journal BMJ&nbsp;Open, showed that&nbsp;regular coffee drinkers were 9 per cent less likely to develop prostate cancer.&nbsp;
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer. While too much coffee can be harmful, previous studies have also found&nbsp;coffee to help reduce the risk of liver, bowel, and breast cancer.
Researchers assessed 16 relevant studies published before September 2020 for the purpose of this report.&nbsp;

An Indian restaurant in Bath,&nbsp;Chai Walla&nbsp;just attempted to send a samosa&nbsp;to space!
Niraj Gadher, the owner of the restaurant, along with his friends, ti

An Indian restaurant in Bath,&nbsp;Chai Walla&nbsp;just attempted to send a samosa&nbsp;to space!
Niraj Gadher, the owner of the restaurant, along with his friends, tied the samosa&nbsp;to a helium balloon. The samosa&nbsp;was attached to a&nbsp;GPS tracker to track its location and a GoPro camera, which showed that it even recorded an airplane flying past.
Somewhere in the middle the GPS&nbsp;malfunctioned and the group lost track of their beloved samosa&nbsp;but later they found that it had crash landed in France!
An Instagram volunteer decided to help them find the samosa&nbsp;and it was discovered in a field in Picardie!
&nbsp;

At India's first zero-waste juice bar in Bengaluru, you have to cycle to quench your thirst!
The Eat Raja&nbsp;juice shop along with engineering students created the f

At India's first zero-waste juice bar in Bengaluru, you have to cycle to quench your thirst!
The Eat Raja&nbsp;juice shop along with engineering students created the first-ever self-powered smoothie&nbsp;maker, where the mixer is attached to a bicycle.
All you need to do is pedal the bicycle to get a get a yummy glass of your favourite juice which is then served in carved out fruit rind containers to avoid waste.
There are multiple flavours to choose from including guava, banana and musk melon.&nbsp;

Bird flu in India: As several states in India sound an alarm over the spread of the bird flu or Avian Influenza.

As several states in India sound an alarm over the spread of the bird flu or Avian Influenza, you might be wondering what that means for your own food consumption. Here's what the World Health Organisation has to say:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Eating chicken or eggs is safe as long as they are 'properly prepared and cooked.'&nbsp;</li>
<li>Meat, whether it is hen or duck, should be cooked, in a way that all parts reach 70 degree Celsius&nbsp;to kill the virus.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Avoid runny eggs. Cooking an egg till its yolk becomes firm is safe to eat.</li>
<li>Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after handling poultry or eggs.</li>
</ol>

About half a million people from across the globe have registered to take part in the annual 'Veganuary'&nbsp;challenge in 2021, a move that encourages people to go veg

About half a million people from across the globe have registered to take part in the annual 'Veganuary'&nbsp;challenge in 2021, a move that encourages people to go vegan for the entire month of January.
The number has already surpassed last year's participation, breaking records.
The challenge is organised by a non-profit&nbsp;organisation in the UK that spreads awareness about veganism and its impact on the environment.
The challenge first began in 2014 and participation seems to have doubled every year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Food&nbsp;Safety and Standards Authority of India has finally met a much-awaited demand made by experts of reducing the level of trans fat in foods from 5 to 3%.
T

The Food&nbsp;Safety and Standards Authority of India has finally met a much-awaited demand of reducing the level of trans fat in foods from 5 to 3%.
The food regulator is in the process of reducing the limit to 2% by 2022.
These industrial trans fats could pose health risks like cardiovascular disease. They are often found in vegetable oils and shortenings used in preparation of bakery products.
Last year in October, the&nbsp;&ldquo;Trans Fat Free&rdquo; logo was launched.&nbsp;

We've often heard of an old saying that says "Breakfast like a king; lunch&nbsp;like&nbsp;a prince; dinner&nbsp;like&nbsp;a pauper" and there's reason why.&nbsp;
Exper

We've often heard of an old saying that says "Breakfast like a king; lunch&nbsp;like&nbsp;a prince; dinner&nbsp;like&nbsp;a pauper" and there's reason why.&nbsp;
Experts suggest skipping breakfast is never a good idea, as it is the most important meal of the day. It helps you burn calories by kick-starting your metabolism for the day.
The blood sugar level of the body when you wake up is usually low and a heavy healthy breakfast helps bring that up to normal.
Skipping breakfast has also been linked to weight gain, according to research. Eating a breakfast full of protein and fibre helps you feel fuller for longer and helps you avoid snacking in between.&nbsp;

It was a happy start to the year for one waiter at an Indian restaurant called 'Masala Mantra' in Florida.
In a kind gesture, a groups of customers left a $2020 tip fo

It was a happy start to the year for a waiter at an Indian restaurant called 'Masala Mantra' in Florida.&nbsp;In a kind gesture, a groups of customers left a $2020 tip for the waiter, which is approximately over ₹1 lakh.&nbsp;2020 was a difficult year for people across the globe but incidents like these show that goodness still exists in the world.&nbsp;The restaurant took to Facebook to appreciate the gesture.&nbsp;

With Covid-19 restrictions in place on New Year's Eve, food delivery platforms witnessed a spike in demand.
ZomatoCEODeepinderGoyal kept Twitterati up to date with his

With Covid-19 restrictions in place on New Year's Eve, food delivery platforms witnessed a spike in demand.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal kept Twitterati up to date with his live tweets on the number of orders the app was getting. Around 6 pm, it received 2500 orders per minute(OPM), surpassing the OPM on the India vs Pakistan match day!
45 minutes later, the OPM reached 3200, then 3500 with 1 lakh live orders! The live tweet session came to a close as Goyal tweeted that Zomato clocked 4100 orders per minute at around 8:22 pm!
People from outside like Turkey and Lebanon also placed orders for their loved ones in India, he added.

Over the years, the refreshing benefits of mint leaves to reduce bad breath or curb symptoms of cold have become well known. &nbsp;
Besides being a great addition to s

Over the years, the refreshing benefits of mint leaves to reduce bad breath or curb symptoms of cold have become well known. &nbsp;
Besides being a great addition to summer drinks and yummy chutneys, the mint plant also boasts of anti-allergenic properties that makes it the perfect fit for skincare products.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Menthol, which is a bioactive ingredient in mint leaves, could help take care of acne, sunburns and rashes. The magical ingredient is a must-have in almost every beauty DIY from a homemade face pack to soothing toners and face washes.&nbsp;
To begin with, the vitamin A and salicylic acid in mint leaves help control the secretion of excess oils in the skin, a common reason for acne outbursts.&nbsp;&nbsp;This means the anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties of the leaf could you with acne trouble. Simply apply a paste of mint leaves on the acne-prone area. &nbsp;
Mint leaves also work very well as a natural astringent. It can help in soothing the skin, cleaning off dirt and tightening the pores.&nbsp;
The rich content of an antioxidant called rosmarinic acid in mint leaves helps hydrate the skin by improving blood circulation. It can help keep the skin looking younger thus prevent the signs of ageing and even dark circles.&nbsp;
If you have sensitive skin, you should try to do a test patch on your hand before you apply the concoction to your face. &nbsp;

Forget chewing gums and mint to freshen up the taste in your mouth! Coffee beans could help you get rid of bad breath!
Coffee bean extracts can help prevent the build-

Forget chewing gums and mint to freshen up the taste in your mouth! Coffee beans could help you get rid of bad breath!
Coffee bean extracts can help prevent the build-up of bacteria, according to a new study by researchers from the Tel Aviv University in Israel.&nbsp;
Until now, it was a known fact that coffee when mixed with milk does cause bad breath as it begins to ferment smelly substances in the mouth. Therefore the answer lies not in coffee but in the way you drink it.&nbsp;Research is in the works about which part of the coffee bean could be used as an ingredient in mouth fresheners.&nbsp;
The next time you binge on too much of onion and garlic, chew on some roasted coffee beans to change your taste and freshen up your mouth.

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