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Practical Nutrition Hacks for Better Health and Energy

byShona PrabhuOnline consultations & Clinic at Indiranagar, BengaluruStarts from2,800 per sessionView full gallery

Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Sometimes, it is just about knowing how to get the most out of your everyday 'ghar ka khana'. Here are my favorite science-backed hacks to help you feel your best.

The Lemon Trick to Boost Iron Absorption. Squeezing lemon over your dal or chicken does more than add flavor. The Vitamin C in lemon makes the iron in your food more bioavailable, which is a great hack if you have low hemoglobin.

The Mushroom Sunlight Hack for Vitamin D. Did you know mushrooms make their own Vitamin D, just like our skin? I show you how leaving your mushrooms in the sun for 15-30 minutes before cooking can turn them into a Vitamin D powerhouse.

The Unique Benefit of Each Fruit. An apple a day is great, but variety is better. I break down the specific benefits of different fruits, from pomegranates for muscle recovery to blueberries for memory.

The Power of Nuts and Seeds. Each nut and seed has a unique nutritional profile. Learn which ones to eat for weak bones (sesame seeds), poor memory (walnuts), or trouble sleeping (pumpkin seeds).

5 Easy Ways to Increase Your Fiber. Don't like vegetables? No problem. I share five simple ways to boost your fiber intake using other foods like flaxseed powder, legumes, chia seeds, and fruits.

3 Tips to Cook Healthier Rice. Yes, you can make your rice healthier. I share three simple tips, including how to reduce anti-nutrients and increase the resistant starch (fiber) content.

Get Your Daily Vitamin C from Food. You don't always need a supplement. I show you how easy it is to meet your daily Vitamin C needs by eating common foods like amla, guava, and bell peppers.

Effective Ways to Increase Your Vitamin D. Besides supplements, there are several natural ways to boost your Vitamin D. This video covers getting sunlight, eating fatty fish, mushrooms, and fortified foods.

3 Signs You Have 'Hidden Hunger'. Feeling tired or getting sick often? You might have hidden hunger, a lack of essential vitamins and minerals. I explain the common signs like muscle cramps and low immunity.

That Feeling When You Need Vitamins. Sometimes that exhausted, burnt-out feeling isn't a sign you need a vacation. It might just be your body telling you it's low on Iron, B12, or Vitamin D.

About Nutrition Hacks & Essential Nutrients

I don't believe in generic meal charts that ignore your culture. If your blood reports show low iron, I don't just say 'eat more greens'—I'll show you how squeezing lemon over your dal makes the iron bioavailable. It is these small, science-backed adjustments to your existing meals that yield results without forcing you to change your entire lifestyle overnight.

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