Christmas is truly the most magical time of the year! Unfortunately, it’s also the most wasteful! Like most of our festivals. The festive season has a huge environmental impact in terms of water use, land disturbance caused by the production of some of our favorite holiday treats and staples. If we could take that extra step to reduce our […]
Five ways to celebrate a green Diwali this 2020
Diwali is just around the corner. Needless to say that the celebrations across the country have already started. It is one of the biggest festivals we celebrate and needless to say preparations start from at least a month earlier! It is one of the biggest festivals in India and brings unmatched joy and excitement in […]
How do I ensure a product is organic?
How do I ensure a product is organic? What are the best ways to ensure a product is organic? How do I know that this product is genuinely natural and organic? What are the ingredients I need to keep a look out for when I am choosing a product that is natural and organic? These […]
7 Reasons why Moringa is a Super Food
It’s amazing how some foods gain sudden popularity, isn’t it? Especially when you consider the fact that they’re already being used in several cultures for centuries now! Moringa is one such food that has become a health food superstar, and with good reason too! Did you know the reasons why moringa is a super food? […]
Parents as nutrition role models for their kids; are you doing your job right?
Did you ever realize that you could be the role model for your child’s nutrition? It’s a hectic life; I know. There are days when I have no clue when my day starts and when it ends. I am guilty of surviving on endless cups of coffee when I am drowned in my work. But […]
5 healing ingredients in your kitchen
Before you reach out to medicines in your medicine cabinet; head towards your kitchen! An Indian kitchen is a paradise for spices that we use in our daily diet. But did you know that some of those very spices in your kitchen are packed with remarkable healing powers; so much that you will not need […]
Review of Tiffin Treats – A Cookbook for Tackling Tiffins
What do I pack for the tiffins for the kids today? If this question plays on your mind, you are at the right place and are ready to read the right book! Aptly called Tiffin Treats, this book is what every mom needs! My review of Tiffin Treats – A Cookbook for Tackling Tiffins is […]
Eco-baby care & green parenting
Being a parent is an incredible feeling, but bringing up twins was something I was unprepared for. While the excitement of nurturing new lives was there, so was anxiety and challenges that I had to face as a new mother. To be able to bond with the babies, to be able to take time out […]
11 reasons why moms are choosing cloth diapers
With more parents becoming aware of the hazards caused by diapers, there is a slow but sure move towards choosing cloth diapers as an option. Whether this going to affect the industry of use and throw diapers is what time will tell, but for now an increasing number of millennial’s are choosing to reuse and […]
From Healing Acne to Soothing Inflammations: 5 Home Remedies Using Cinnamon
We’ve all seen images of creamy hot chocolate cups, with a swirly cinnamon stick dipped into it. The dipping of cinnamon isn’t a mindless ritual, it’s warming, delicious and loaded with health benefits! The rolls of cinnamon are extracted from the bark of the cinnamon tree. The stems are cut, the outer bark is scraped […]
Best chemical-free laundry detergents in India 2020
Did you know that there are loads of chemical-free laundry detergents in India? Yes, you can opt for an anti-bacterial and natural laundry detergents that are made with natural ingredients and help to keep your clothes not just clean but germ and bacteria free. I have been wanting to write this post for a while, […]
6 health benefits of cloves + DIY home remedies
Few spices can claim to be as versatile as the clove, having several uses in cuisine, medicine, beauty and the home. With a beautifully symmetric appearance and intense aroma, this is one spice that everyone in the world is familiar with. The characteristic smell and flavour is due to the chemical named eugenol. The flavour […]
12 Spices that Help You Lose Weight
Most of us can’t imagine food without spices, especially if you’re Indian! However, those little miniscule-looking things don’t just add loads of color and flavor to food – they also pack in quite a nutritious punch. While spices are known to have healing benefits, what isn’t so well known is that they can also help […]
12 Ways to help Kids Go Green in 2019
We many not notice it, but kids are watching our every move. Every time we yell in road rage or swear when the internet goes off, they are internalizing our behavior. This is true in every aspect of our lives, including going green. As parents, teaching our kids to go green is a big responsibility. […]
The Ultimate Green Living Hamper for 2019
It’s a brand new year and a great opportunity to start afresh! I know most of you have made your New Year resolutions and I sure hope they include things more than losing 10 kg! It’s been lovely hearing about some goals people have made this year – coloring a page every day, mastering a […]
Simple Christmas Cake Recipe
Sometimes on a perfectly bright sunny day, you are transported back to your childhood and remember that fragrance that used to be soothing and calming. That is exactly what happened with me. I got a whiff of the non-existent fruit cake my mum would bake every year for Christmas. A few days ago, while I […]
Easy Recipes for Healthy Christmas Snacks
The festivities are in the air. While I love to start my day with some hot chocolate to beat the chills, I am also prepping myself to make some Christmas goodies this year. The sole purpose is because my twin boys have the winter break and they are hungry every waking hour! And if that […]
10 Reasons to use a Face Oil this Winter
For many of us, the thought of applying oil to the face can seem a little odd. Applying oil to the rest of the body or having an oil massage seems more acceptable, but oil to the face? Well, this is actually a trend that’s becoming quite popular nowadays! What are face oils? Face oils […]
15 Eco Friendly Christmas Gifts Under Rs.1000/-
“Let us keep Christmas beautiful without a thought of greed.” As soon as we see December approaching, our first thoughts are about the tree and decorating it. But right after that another thought strikes – gifts! Of course, the image of the Christmas tree isn’t complete without a pile of gifts underneath it, and the […]
10 DIY Christmas Trees you can Make without a Tree!
“The Christmas tree is a symbol of love, not money.” As soon as you reach mid-November, the stores and streets are all bright and lit – with Christmas trees! Dark green branches peep out from shiny baubles and cute figurines, resulting in a sight for sore eyes. 10 DIY Christmas Trees you can Make […]
Zoe one day detox review
Now that I am done with the binging of Diwali sweets, it’s time for a detox! I have been using the Zoe one day detox kits for a while now and I managed to lose 4 kilos and not gain it back the first time I did a detox for 3 weeks. Things happened, I got […]
5 superfoods for kids
“Eat this, not that!” is probably the most oft heard phrase at my home. When you are raising twin boys with varied tastes, it becomes a tad difficult to coax them to eat healthy foods, especially when they spot that packet of chocolates a friend sent for them. And I am not going to pretend […]
10 Easy Ways to Decorate your Home this Diwali in 2020
Diwali is no ordinary festival. In most homes, it involves a complete overhaul, with deep cleaning and in some cases, repainting too. And then comes the decoration part! There are so many ways to decorate your home for Diwali that you can be confused about where to start. But if you’re on a tight budget, […]
15 Eco Friendly Diwali Gift Ideas Under Rs.1000/- for 2020
Diwali is nearly here and it’s quite likely that with all the festive prep underway, you’ve forgotten about the gifts! Yes, Diwali gifts are a big deal, and it’s one of the ways we show our love and appreciation for our friends and family members. But does that mean that you have to break […]
10 Amazing Benefits of Curry Leaves
Curries are a mainstay of Indian cuisine, and anyone who’s even heard of Indian cuisine knows what curry is. If you’re a true lover of Indian food, you’ll know the difference that curry leaves makes – it’s the difference between a flat curry and one smacking with flavor!! Did you know that there are actually […]
10 Unique and Colorful Dessert Recipes for Diwali that you Must Try this 2020
Making and eating sweets for Diwali or any other festival is nothing new; we’ve been doing it for ages and continue to do so. Gulab Jamuns, Kalakand, Burfi, Katli, Kheer, Phirni – these are common names we hear around festival time and sweet shops and kitchens are brimming with them. While that is all very […]
5 Best Essential Oils for Winter
Winter can be a difficult season; with the chills and cold air, it is bound to affect your skin, hair and health as well. With the few basics that help to maintain good health, you need to have a regime that can take care of you completely. You can look at natural ways of keeping […]
15 Ways to Celebrate an Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chathurthi
Few festivals in India can match the gaiety and enthusiasm of a Ganesh Utsav! Also known as Ganesh Chathurthi, this festival celebrates the elephant-headed deity, Ganesh. While this festival is celebrated differently in different regions, the most ardent celebration is seen in Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai. Ganesh Chathurthi is a ten day festival, where idols […]
How to use Essential Oils for Kids
When you’re a parent, your child’s health generally takes priority over your own – at least in the case of most parents I know! You’d gladly eat two-day old food from the fridge than give it to your child. You check the temperature of the bath water with your bare hands before putting your child […]
Natural ways to keep your home bug free this monsoon
While I love the rains, watching the flowers bloom in my mini balcony garden, sipping on some piping hot adrak ki chai and pakodas, I can’t ignore those pesky flies that make an unwanted entrance into my home. With the rains come in the bugs, mosquitoes and flies. The dampness around is pretty much a […]
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