Payal Ahuja
Payal Ahuja is a Mumbai-based dietician and consultant. She conducts workshops on lifestyle management and weight management programmes on TV. Ahuja is also IPC-certified auditor for ISO-9001:2000, and author of the book, Combating Childhood Obesity.
Stuffed mushrooms with walnuts
This exotic dish made with mushrooms and walnuts is packed with nutrition and taste
Health benefits of nutmeg (and a safety alert)
Nutmeg is a spice loaded with healing properties. But you must use it wisely to savour its taste as well as enjoy its health benefits
Oregano: the versatile herb
The Mediterranean herb not just makes for good pizza seasoning, but adds flavour to a variety of dishes and has amazing curative properties
Kadi Patta: Long live the curry leaves
Curry leaves are healthy and play a significant role in adding flavour to food
Eat to your heart’s content
Heart problems can be prevented or minimised by adopting a nutritious diet and healthy lifestyle
Little children’s diet
Healthy eating habits in growing children will ensure that they grow into strong adults
Pomegranate: Rubies for your palate
The not-so-popular pomegranate is actually a wonder-fruit
16 foods to prevent and protect
A healthy diet provides the right mix of nutrients, that are required to boost and maintain our immune system.