The body’s good health depends on a number of things like the food we eat, the kind of exercise we do and the quality of lifestyle we lead.
Food is one of the most important things that we need to take care of, in order to get a healthy mind and body. The kind of food that we eat and the meal times that we follow will also have a bearing on how our body performs and the kind of fitness level that we enjoy, especially when it comes to our overall weight and metabolism. Eating the right kind of meals at the right time will help us in getting to our fitness goal and an enviable body to flaunt. For this, it is imperative to eat all kinds of food groups including fruit, vegetables, dairy, protein and many other kinds. To fit fruit into our diet for weight loss and low-fat cooking, we can actually turn to attractive options like fruit baskets that bring in a host of ingredients from the world of fiber-rich fruits. Take a look at these various kinds of fruit that you can use in your fruit basket.
Watermelon
This juicy fruit is one of the best summer staples that you can add to your fruit basket. Scoop the watermelon flesh out with rounded scoops and add to tall skewers which you can put into your fruit basket. You can grab a skewer and get plenty of hydration as well as good taste.
Apples
You can add apples to your fruit basket as they contain many nutrients that can promise good health and help you lose weight, as apples boost one’s metabolism amazingly. You can have at least two apples in your daily fruit basket so that the necessary dietary fibers from the apples go into your system so that your toxins are cleared off. You can also include green apples, which are extremely nourishing for the skin.
Bananas
Bananas are known to be high in potassium, which makes them a solid snack that you can have at any time of the day. You can add these to your fruit basket so that you have a heavy and healthy fruit which will add lots of energy to your body as well.
Oranges
This citrus fruit is rich in calcium and various vitamins. Oranges can improve your immunity, even as it supports the cause of weight loss. You would do well to add at least four or five arranged to your fruit basket so that you have a juicy snack available at all times. You can also season the pieces with black salt for the tangy taste to be heightened.
Kiwis
This seasonal fruit is also rich in many nutrients like folic acid and vitamin C and minerals. Kiwis are also filled with anti-oxidants and help reduce heart problems and diabetes. It is also a light snack that can be had at any time. Add this to your fruit basket with other dry fruit like raisins and almonds.
We are a coffee-drinking nation and every form of the beverage – decaf, regular, expresso, latte, cappuccino, macchiato and ristretto is consumed everyday by millions of us. It’s the first thing we need in the morning and the last (for some) after dessert. Black, with cream, with sugar, no sugar, flavored, each of us has a preference with regard to strength. Nespresso’s taken heed of this and given us a gift in a pod with the Nespresso capsules. Available in the regular Arabica and Robusta capsules, they have some amazing seasonal flavors as well.
Nespresso capsules are hermetically sealed in a capsule that holds 5-7 gms of coffee – enough for one serving of coffee. They offer five ranges in Ristretto (25ml), Espresso (40 ml), Lungo (110 ml), Decaffeinated (40 ml and 110 ml) or Flavored (40 ml).
The variations in Nespresso coffee capsules Ristretto range are:
Ristretto Origin – Made from South and Central American Arabicas, it has toasted flavors with cocoa notes and woody undertones.
Ristretto Origin India – A blend of the finest Arabicas with a smidgen of Robusta from Southern India, this full-bodied coffee has hints of spices.
Ristretto Intenso – A strong blend of South and Central American Robustas and Arabicas, the Ristretto Intenso is a full-bodied coffee with a creamy texture and peppery notes.
The variations in Nespresso coffee capsules Espresso range are:
Espresso Origin Brazil: A pure Arabica coffee, it has a mild sweet flavor.
Espresso Leggero: A blend of South American Arabicas and Robusta, it has smooth notes of cocoa and cereal.
Espresso Forte: Exclusively made from South and Central American Arabicas, it has an intensely roasted balance of espresso and fruity notes.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules Lungo range are:
Lungo Leggero: Lightly roasted East African, South and Central American Arabicas, with mild notes of jasmine is what makes up this delicious brew.
Lungo Forte: A complex mix of South and Central American Arabicas, this coffee has heavy roasted notes with a slight hint of fruit.
Lungo Origin Guatemala: A mix of Arabica and washed Gourmet Robusta coffee, Lungo Origin Guatemala is smooth and well balanced with dry and malty cereal notes.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules in the Decaffeinated range are:
Espresso Decaffeinato: Dark roasted South American Arabicas with a touch of Robusta enhances the cocoa flavors and roasted cereal undertones of this decaffeinated espresso.
Lungo Decaffeinato: This is a slightly more complex blend of separately roasted South American and East African Arabicas. It includes toasted cereal and sweet notes with subtle and floral hints of East African Arabicas.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules Flavored range are:
Espresso Vanilla: This silky-flavored coffee is the result of a base of Espresso Forte, which is a complex and heavily-roasted blend of South and Central American Arabicas and a slightly caramelized aroma of vanilla. Espresso Caramel: On a base of Espresso Forte, this complex and intensely roasted blend made from South and Central American Arabicas has the sweetness of caramel.
Here are a few easy and healthy recipe ideas that are both quick to make and light to digest on hot summer days. With very few ingredients, the preparation of these recipes is a breeze. So go on, enjoy these easy, healthy recipes that are brimming with nutrition and taste heavenly too!
Greek Cucumber Rolls
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Directions
This is popular among easy and healthy recipes. Slice cucumber into thin flat strips using a vegetable peeler and arrange them in slices of two on a clean tray. Smear the hummus on top of each slice, then toss some feta cheese, black olives and cut tomatoes on each of the cucumber strips. Squeeze a little lemon juice and sprinkle some finely chopped dill and cilantro. Finally, roll the strips, serve the Greek cucumber rolls and see them being gobbled up by the young and old alike!
Flavorful fettuccine pasta with vegetables
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Directions
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the directions on the label. In a thick bottomed pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped garlic and shallots. After about a minute or so, add the other vegetables along with salt and toss them gently for a few minutes. The vegetables must cook and be crunchy at the same time. When they are done, add the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and some freshly ground black pepper to it and mix well. Serve this flavorful fettuccine pasta with vegetables for lunch or dinner as a filling, yet light meal.
Sunshine juice
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Direction
Squeeze juice from the oranges and blend the strawberries in a juicer. Then in a pitcher, take the orange juice, strawberry juice, and chilled water together and mix well. Refresh yourself with this yummy sunshine juice with ice cubes on a hot day.