Can Diabetics Eat Cashews? An Expert Analysis
As an Ayurvedic physician, I often get asked if diabetics can eat cashews. This nutritious nut certainly has some great health properties, but it is...
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The Power of Coconut Water Fasting
Recently, Indian Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi made headlines for completing an 11-day coconut water fast as part of a Hindu special ritual in the run-up...
Why Bananas and Water May Be a Healthier Alternative to Sports Drinks After Exercise
Today I want to discuss an intriguing question – could bananas and water actually be better for you after a tough workout than those brightly-colored...
How can you tell real honey from fake?
Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak talk about an important issue in the food industry – fake honey. As an Ayurvedic doctor, I want to...
Jaggery for Anemia – Does it Work?
Jaggery is an unrefined sugar made by boiling sugarcane juice. It has been used as a sweetening agent across India for centuries. Unlike highly processed white sugar,...
Soaking Up the “Sunshine Vitamin”: Getting Your Vitamin D from Food vs Sun
Greetings, dear readers! I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak, back again to shine some light on an important health topic – vitamin D. As a practicing physician...
Are Eggs Good or Bad for Your Thyroid?
Hello everyone, I often get asked about the relationship between diet and thyroid health. One of the most common questions is: are eggs good or...
How I Helped Rajashree Lose 15 Kilos By Quitting Sugar
I get asked daily – “Dr. Nayak, what’s your number one recommendation for losing weight?” My advice is simple but difficult for most to follow...
Demerara Sugar: A “Healthier” Sweetener or Just Another Sugar?
Sugars seem to get a bad rap these days. With rising rates of obesity and diabetes, everyone is looking for ways to cut down on...
Why Indians Love Tea So Much
Tea has been grown and consumed in India for thousands of years. The Camellia sinensis plant, from which all tea originates, is native to parts...