If you’ve ever bitten into a crispy, golden vada served alongside tangy sambar and flavorful chutney, you might have paused to wonder: why do vadas have a hole in the centre? This beloved South Indian snack, also known as medu vada, is much more than just a tasty treat. It is a perfect blend of…

According to Swami Sivananda’s teachings diet constitutes the fundamental element of health. Sivananda recommended a sattvic diet, which featured only pure and light nourishing foods, including vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. He called fruit and milk ‘fancy food’ and avoided eating them, instead preferring lentils and rice Sivananda stressed both moderate eating and attentive…

That ache and gassy feeling after a sumptuous breakfast could spoil the entire day. Gut health has a huge role, not only in setting the mood, but also in overall health and wellness. The key to good health is indeed a happy gut. But how do you keep your gut happy? Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a…