Health Tips
General health tips include tips to keep healthy & lose weight.
What is a healthy life? A life where you have no disease condition or a life where your body is doing physically good,
or a life where your mind is at peace or a life where you have a social circle and well-being?
Well to answer this question, you should analyze your life and think about what actually health is.
Health as defined by WHO as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
So that means, health is not only just being free of a disease condition, but in order to be healthy, one must be sound physically, mentally, and socially.
Health tips not only include what one should eat and not to eat, but it also includes the practice to attain a complete state of health.
If you are doing well physically and mentally but not consuming the required amount of nutrition that your body requires,
you will not be able to achieve your health goal to the fullest. Physical activity, mental health, social well-being, and dietary habits go hand in hand to live a healthy life.
Health tips will provide you with an outlook of how you can be healthy by putting in just a few efforts and making your health a priority.
Because if your body is in a state of health, you will be in a state of overall well-being. So choose yourself and your health over anything else!
Paneer idli is a protein-rich, kid-friendly twist on the classic South Indian idli. You can make it two ways:
- Paneer mixed into the batter, or
- Paneer stuffing inside the idli.
Below is the easiest mixed-batter version, plus an optional stuffing version.
⭐ Ingredients (for 12–14 idlis)
For the idli batter
- 2 cups idli batter (fermented)
- ½ cup grated paneer
- 1–2 tbsp curd (optional, for softness)
- Salt to taste (if your batter isn’t already salted)
- 1–2 tbsp chopped coriander (optional)
- 1 green chilli finely chopped (optional)
⭐ Optional Tempering (adds flavor)
- 1 tsp oil or ghee
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp urad dal
- 1 tbsp finely chopped onions
- Few curry leaves
(Mix this into the batter if you want masala-style paneer idlis.)
⭐ Method
1. Prepare the batter
- Take fermented idli batter in a bowl.
- Add grated paneer, curd (optional), coriander, and chillies.
- Mix gently—don’t overmix or the idlis won’t be fluffy.
2. Optional: Tempering
- Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds, add urad dal and onions; sauté lightly.
- Let it cool slightly and fold it into the batter.
3. Steam the idlis
- Grease the idli plates.
- Pour batter up to ¾ full.
- Steam for 10–12 minutes on medium heat.
- Let them rest for 2 minutes before removing.
4. Serve
Serve hot with:
- Coconut chutney
- Tomato chutney
- Sambar
- Or drizzle ghee on top!
🍽 Alternative: Paneer Stuffed Idlis (Quick Version)
Stuffing:
- ½ cup crumbled paneer
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- ¼ tsp red chilli powder
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- Salt, pepper
- Coriander
Steps:
- Prepare a dry paneer bhurji–style stuffing.
- Pour a spoon of batter into each mould, add 1 tsp paneer stuffing, cover with more batter.
- Steam 12–14 minutes.
If you want, I can also give:
✅ Paneer Idli Fry recipe
✅ Restaurant-style chutney pairing
✅ Instant no-fermentation idli with paneer
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (preferably pasteurized, full-fat or low-fat)
- 2–3 soft dates (pitted)
- A pinch of cardamom (optional)
Instructions
- Clean the dates
Rinse them well and remove the pits.
- Boil the milk with dates
- Add milk to a small saucepan.
- Add the dates.
- Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer
Simmer for 5–10 minutes so the dates release flavor and natural sweetness.
- Remove the dates
Lift the dates out with a spoon (or strain the milk).
- Serve
Enjoy warm. You can drink it in the morning or at bedtime.
Why This Is Good During Pregnancy
- Natural iron from dates (even when dates are removed, some minerals infuse into the milk).
- Energy + mild sweetness without added sugar.
- Warm milk can help relaxation and better sleep.
Safety Notes (Important)
Ingredients (1–2 servings)
- 2 ripe guavas (pink or white), washed and chopped
- 1 cup milk or coconut milk or water (for a lighter smoothie)
- ½ cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 1–2 tbsp honey or sugar (to taste)
- 4–5 ice cubes
- 1 tbsp lemon/lime juice (optional, enhances flavor)
- A pinch of salt (optional, balances sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the guava:
Chop the guavas and remove seeds if you prefer a smoother drink. (You can blend with seeds and strain afterward.)
- Blend:
Add guava, milk (or coconut milk), yogurt, sweetener, and ice to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Strain (optional):
Use a fine sieve if you want a silkier texture.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Variations
- Tropical twist: Add ½ banana or ¼ cup pineapple.
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- Paneer (cottage cheese) – 100 g, cubed
- Rolled oats – ½ cup
- Onion – 1 small, finely chopped
- Tomato – 1 medium, finely chopped or pureed
- Green chili – 1, finely chopped (optional)
- Ginger-garlic paste – ½ tsp
- Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
- Red chili powder – ½ tsp
- Coriander powder – ½ tsp
- Garam masala – ¼ tsp
- Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
- Oil – 1 tsp (preferably olive or sunflower)
- Salt – to taste
- Water / low-fat milk – 1 cup
- Fresh coriander leaves – for garnish
Instructions
- Roast the oats (optional, for nuttiness):
Dry roast the oats in a pan for 2–3 minutes on medium heat until they turn slightly golden. Keep aside.
- Prepare the masala:
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, let them splutter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add aromatics:
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for 1 minute until raw smell disappears.
- Cook tomatoes & spices:
Add chopped/pureed tomato, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala (2–3 minutes).
- Add paneer:
Add paneer cubes, gently mix so they are coated with the masala.
- Add oats and liquid:
Add roasted oats and 1 cup water (or milk for creaminess). Stir well and cook on medium heat for 3–5 minutes until oats are soft and cooked. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.
- Finish with garam masala & garnish:
Sprinkle garam masala and chopped coriander leaves. Mix gently.
- Serve hot:
Enjoy as a healthy breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
✅ Tips for extra healthiness:
- Use low-fat paneer or homemade paneer to reduce calories.
- Add vegetables like peas, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrients.
Ingredients (1 serving)
- 1 cup low-fat milk (can be warm or chilled)
- 2–3 soft dates (Medjool or regular; remove seeds)
- ½ cup water or a few ice cubes (optional for thinner texture)
- ½ tsp cinnamon or cardamom (optional, for flavor)
- 1 tsp chia seeds (optional, adds thickness & nutrition)
Instructions
- Soak the dates in warm water for 10 minutes to soften (skip if already soft).
- Add milk + soaked dates to a blender.
- Add cinnamon/cardamom if using.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding one extra date if needed.
- Serve immediately.
Tips to keep it low-fat & healthier
- Use low-fat or skimmed milk for fewer calories.
- Limit to 2–3 dates if you want lower sugar.
- For extra thickness without fat: add ½ frozen banana slice or chia gel (optional).
- Want it cold? Blend with 2–3 ice cubes instead of adding more milk.
✔ Servings: 8 bars
✔ Time: 15 minutes
✔ Protein: ~7–9g per bar (natural protein sources only)
✅ Ingredients (All Natural, Vegetarian)
Base
- 1 cup rolled oats (or regular oats)
- ½ cup roasted chana dal powder (Sattu also works)
- ¼ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ¼ cup honey or jaggery syrup
- 1–2 tbsp ghee or coconut oil
Natural Protein Boosters
Use any 3–4 of these:
- ½ cup roasted peanuts (crushed)
- ¼ cup soy chunks (soaked, squeezed, and crumbled) — very high protein
- ½ cup mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, chia, flax)
- ¼ cup chopped almonds or cashews
- ¼ cup black sesame seeds (til)
Optional Flavor
- Cardamom or cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 2–3 tbsp chopped dates/raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Lightly roast the oats
Dry roast on low heat for 3–4 minutes until aromatic.
(Improves texture + taste.)
2. Mix the protein ingredients
In a big bowl add:
- oats
- roasted chana powder
- peanuts
- seeds
- soy chunk crumbs (optional but gives highest protein boost)
- nuts
Mix well.
3. Prepare the binder
In a small pan:
- Add peanut butter + honey + ghee
- Heat on LOW until it melts and turns smooth/sticky.
Do NOT boil.
4. Combine
Pour hot mixture over the dry ingredients.
Mix quickly.
5. Shape
- Spread mixture on a tray lined with baking paper.
- Press tightly using a bowl or flat spoon.
(Tighter = firmer bars)
6. Set
- Refrigerate 1–2 hours
- Cut into bars.
Stores well for 7–10 days in the fridge.
⭐ Approx Nutrition per Bar
(Depends on exact ingredients)
- Calories: ~180–210
- Protein: 7–9g
- Fiber: High
- Healthy fats: Good
Ingredients (2 servings)
Main:
- 150 g whole wheat or millet noodles (or egg noodles)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ inch ginger, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, slit (optional)
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- ½ cup capsicum (mixed colors), sliced
- ½ cup cabbage, shredded
- 2 tbsp spring onions, chopped (for garnish)
Sauce (mix in a bowl):
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp honey or jaggery (balances flavors)
🔪 Method
- Boil the noodles
- Cook according to packet instructions until just done (al dente).
- Drain and toss with a few drops of oil to prevent sticking.
- Scramble the eggs
- Heat ½ tbsp oil in a wok or large pan.
- Beat eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, add to the pan, and scramble lightly.
- Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry the veggies
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil.
- Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chili for 20–30 seconds.
- Add onion, carrot, capsicum, and cabbage.
- Stir-fry on high heat for 2–3 minutes so they stay crisp.
- Combine everything
- Add the boiled noodles, scrambled eggs, and sauce mixture.
- Toss well for 2–3 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
- Finish & serve
- Sprinkle spring onions on top.
- Serve hot, optionally with a squeeze of lime or a side of chili vinegar.
Time: 15 minutes | Calories: ~160 per cheela
Ingredients:
- ½ cup mixed dal (moong, masoor, chana) soaked 4–5 hrs
- 1 green chili, ginger, coriander, salt
- Optional veggies: grated carrot or spinach
Instructions:
- Blend soaked dal with water into a batter.
- Add salt and veggies, cook like dosas on tawa.
💡 Protein-packed and very filling — great with mint chutney.
Time: 5 minutes | Calories: ~10
Ingredients:
- ½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
- ½ tsp jeera (cumin)
- 1 small piece ginger
- 2 cups water
Instructions:
- Boil all ingredients till water reduces to half.
- Strain and sip warm.
💡 Boosts metabolism and aids digestion after heavy meals.
Time: 10 minutes
Calories: ~320 per serving
Ingredients:
- ½ cup roasted chickpeas (or canned, drained)
- ½ small sweet potato (cubed, roasted or microwaved)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp paprika or cumin
- 1 cup spinach or kale
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Toss chickpeas and sweet potato in olive oil and spices.
- Roast in an air fryer or oven (or pan-fry for 5 min).
