Green Tea: An Acquired Taste

 

It may surprise you to learn that green tea and black tea originate from the same exact plant species, the Camellia sinensis. Essentially it is the variety of tea plants and how the tea leaves are processed that define how green tea becomes green and black tea becomes black.

Typically a brewed green tea is either green, yellow, or light brown in color, and its flavor ranges from grass-like and toasted to vegetal, sweet, and seaweed-like. If brewed correctly, most green teas are quite light in color and only mildly astringent.

Animal Shelters: The Need Of The Hour

 

Animal welfare is just as important as human welfare. Even though animal welfare is yet to become a global phenomenon, it is gaining importance in India at a rapid pace. It’s common to hear heartwarming stories of rescue operations and random acts of kindness. With proper awareness, people are now more involved in helping raise the living standards and status of all animals. Volunteers, NGOs, and organizations alike, are working relentlessly to create a better, happier environment for them. There is a monumental increase in donations being made for the cause.

Demystifying The Detox Diet

 

Oprah Winfrey and Beyoncé Knowles recommend juice detoxing. Kim Kardashian West and her sister, Khloe are ardent supporters of the tea-tox or detoxing using teas. In India, Jacqueline Fernandez is an investor and supporter of a company offering a variety of detoxes. Detoxing is all the rage these days! With support from celebrities, who have a high fan following and influence globally, detoxing, in its various forms, is becoming more and more popular.

For The Love Of Cappuccino

We love our coffee, don’t we? A hot cup of cappuccino is my all-time favorite for sure. Did you know that cappuccino is actually a delectable work of art and is amongst the favorite beverages all around the world? Even though it is typically smaller in volume than a caffè latte, it has a thicker layer of microfoam. Cappuccino is considered the richest of all types of coffee types and hence uses cream instead of milk as the primary ingredient along with double espresso and steamed milk foam. Variations often include flavoring with cinnamon or chocolate powder.

Probiotics: Do You Actually Need Them? Let’s Understand

 

We eat. We digest. How properly is the question! Digestive health has been a concern for doctors and patients alike globally. Probiotic bacteria, popularly known as probiotics, are good gut bacteria that help regulate our digestion. Probiotics are found in the digestive tract and aid proper digestion and absorption and boost immunity, unlike disease-causing micro-organisms. Probiotic bacteria release enzymes that help in food digestion. This, in turn, prevents gut-related diseases and complications from antibiotics.