Category: Anna Yoga Treats

Tomatoes have many healthy properties but are also avoidable by certain people. Any food ingredient naturally has benefits for some and can create problems for others depending on how it is used. An Ayurvedic expert can help to diagnose your constitution to guide your nutrition plan. However, the extraordinary achievement…

In Gujarati households, this dish is an evergreen favourite. It makes for a satisfying meal and keeps you going for hours. It is an example of the rich food culture of India and its endless creativity. Dal Dhokla is great with all kinds of breads, roti and even with rice.…

The red pumpkin, called Bhopla in India, is a truly wholesome offering of Mother Nature for us humans. It helps to balance all doshas, especially Pitta dosha, due to its cooling and lubricating nature. When cooked with dal in the recipe given below, its health benefits increase many folds. You…

Protein packed and nourishing, beans are a great energy booster. In this recipe we have combined the benefits of moong (green gram), masoor (red lentils), chawli (black eyed peas) and matki (moth or dew beans) to make a delicious, healthy veggie mix. High in fibre, low in fat, beans are…

Ayurveda says that breakfast should always be freshly prepared, hot and in a quantity such that you feel hungry again at lunch time! Dhirdi fits all these requirements perfectly. It is as appetizing looking as it tastes, making it easy to get onto our list of favourite snacks. It is…

Simple, easy to make, chocolatey and healthy cookies. These eggless cookies are sure to satisfy everyone’s chocolate cravings! An amazing combination of soft yet crispy cookies, using only whole wheat flour (no maida!) will add to your Christmas delights. Preparation time: 30 minutes Serves approximately: 30 cookies, each cookie is…

Karanji is a popular sweet from the Maharashtrian cuisine, is an indispensable part of Deepawali’s festive snacks. Filled with cooling coconut, these half-moon fried pastries are universally loved. In North India, a Karanji variant is called Gujiya and in Gujarat they are popular as Ghughra. The recipe, with its nourishing…

Snacking has become part of our culture. However, heavily processed foods are also a burden on our digestive system and health. A healthy homemade snack with a high taste factor can help you avoid unnecessary processed foods. The 3 dals in this snack with a little bit of rice make…

Sometimes we crave that in between meals snack, or we just want to eat something tasty and appetising, especially in the early evenings during the rainy season (as beans are heavy to digest after around 5 pm). For times like these, or even when you want to serve your family…

Any traditional, sumptuous Indian meal is not complete without at least one spicy, tasty, appetising and tantalising mix – the Chutney. Usually, Indian chutneys are made with fresh herbs, spices, seeds and nuts. They not only stimulate the taste buds but also aid in digestion. A chutney adds zing and…