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Five Must-Haves for Your Next Binge Watching Session

           Nothing in the world matches the pleasure of snuggling up on the couch, finding your favorite show and watching it from beginning to the end in one go. Weekends these days are just an excuse to turn on your screens and plunge into the world of countless TV Shows and seasons. But before you get ready for your next binging session here are a few must-haves to snag which you will thank me later for- Find your binge buddy Yeah I know. Some of you prefer to binge alone but what would be better than a binge buddy to share all the tension and suspense with. Get yourself a perfect binge buddy and you will see how that session becomes a memorable one. A Backup……. Always!!! Is a binge watching session a true one if it is interrupted midway by a failed internet connection or unpaid account? Though strong internet connection and a paid account are the obvious for a binge watcher, a backup streaming device and alternate paid account are trademark of a pro bin

Indian Meal Plan for a Vegetarian Teenager

Meal Plan for a Vegetarian Breakfast Food Item Calories per Unit No. of Units Net Calorie Intake Oatmeal 150/Bowl 1 150 Bread 60/Slice 2 120 Toned Milk 85/Glass 1 85 Butter 95/Spoon 1 95 Almonds 7/Almond 5 35 Morning Snack Fruit Break Food Item Calories per Unit No. of Units Net Calorie Intake Big Apple/Banana 95/Piece 1 95 Mixed Fruit Juice 150/Glass 1/2 75 Lunch Food Item Calories per Unit No. of Units Net Calorie Intake Roti(Wheat) 90/Piece 2 180 Rice 200/Cup 1 200 Dal(Lentils) 110/Cup 1 110 Vegetab

3 Most Important Components of our Diet (Fuels, Building Blocks & Protectors)

Nutrients which act as fuels to the human body are as follows- Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are the first or the quickest form of energy used by the body. These quickly break down into glucose which enters our blood stream and provide immediate energy to the brain and muscles. About 45-65% of the energy is provided by the carbohydrates. Main sources of carbs in our diet are breads, fruits, vegetables, grains, cereals, beans, peas, etc. Fats Fats are mainly concentrated stores of excess carbohydrates stored by the body in the form of fatty acids for later use in case of a deficiency. About 20-35% of the energy comes from fats. Sources of fats include fish, walnuts, vegetable based oils, nuts and seeds. Proteins About 10-25% of our daily energy needs are provided by lean protein sources such as dairy, beans and less-fat meat. Nutrients which act as the building blocks of our body are - Proteins Proteins are mainly amino acids which help the body form living