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NDTV
27-05-2025
- Health
- NDTV
PCOS Diet: Nutritionist Shares 3 Foods To Avoid On An Empty Stomach
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders in women of reproductive age. In this condition, the ovaries enlarge with small cysts on the outer edges. As a result, women undergo several physical changes in their body, which can also impact their mental health. While PCOS cannot be reversed, the good news is that it can be managed by eating the right kind of foods. Certain foods are more suitable for people with PCOS compared to others, and also the timing of when you eat them. Recently, nutritionist Shikha Gupta Kashyap took to her Instagram handle to reveal three foods that you should avoid eating on an empty stomach. But first, let's look at the major symptoms of PCOS. Also Read: 5 Easy Food Swaps That May Help You Manage PCOS Naturally What Are The Symptoms Of PCOS? Irregular, heavy or missed periods Weight gain Acne Excess hair growth Skin tags Insulin resistance Infertility Here Are 3 Worst Foods To Have On An Empty Stomach If You Have PCOS: 1. Tea/Coffee Do you like to start your day with a cup of tea or coffee? If so, it's time to rethink. According to Shikha, both these beverages have high caffeine content and can interfere with nutrient absorption. What's more, drinking them first thing in the morning can also raise your cortisol levels, especially if you have adrenal fatigue, and cause insulin resistance. So, if you want to manage PCOS, it's best to avoid drinking them on an empty stomach. 2. Biscuits/Namkeen You must also steer clear of biscuits and namkeen in the morning. It might be tempting to have some along with your morning chai, but practice restraint. The nutritionist explains that biscuits and namkeen are loaded with trans fat and refined flour, which can affect insulin resistance and blood glucose levels and also cause inflammation in the body, worsening your condition. 3. Fruits Think eating a bowl of fruits in the morning is a healthier alternative? Well, that's not true. There's a common misconception that you can have as many fruits as you want because they're healthy. However, let's not forget that fruits are also rich in fructose and glucose. Shikha says, "Starting your day with them affects insulin and blood glucose levels." Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shikha Gupta Kashyap⭐️Nutritionist/ Dietician (@nutritionist_shikha_) What Are The Best Foods To Eat On An Empty Stomach If You Have PCOS? Now that you know about what foods to avoid, you must be wondering what foods you can eat. Shikha suggests consuming 1 tsp of coconut oil or grass-fed ghee, 8-10 nuts soaked overnight or 50 gms of coconut chunks. All of these options will help improve insulin sensitivity and keep your sugar levels stable. Additionally, you can also directly start your day with a breakfast consisting of proteins and healthy fats. The nutritionist recommends options like 2 whole eggs with 1 bowl of sauteed vegetables or moong dal/besan cheela stuffed with vegetables. Also Read:
India.com
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Remember actress who played princess in serial Chandrakanta? Know what she is doing after 29 years
In the 90s of the showbiz industry in India, the show Chandrakanta was a huge hit. The concept of the show made a place in fans' hearts, and the lead actress who played the role of Princess Chandrakanta became fans' favourite. However, as it is said that very few people can sustain stardom, and that is what happened with the lead actress of Chandrakanta. Once a show which ran due to the face of this lead actress, though gave her name and fame, did not give her sustaining one. This actress, after the Chandrakanta series, vanished into thin air. If you are wondering whose name it is, then this actress is Shikha Swaroop. Born in October, Shikha won the Miss India International title in 1988. In the same year, Shikha won a gold medal in the All India Pistol Shooting Championship. She was a supermodel in her time and did over 400 shows in India and across the globe. Shikha Swaroop made her debut in 1990 with Awaaz De Kahan Hai, and then in 1994, she gained major fame with the serial Chandrakanta. Chandrakanta, which aired on Doordarshan from 1994 to 1996, made her a star overnight. She tried her luck in movies and TV. Over her tenure, Shikha worked in 11 films like Tahalka, Pyar Hua Chori Chori, Policewala Gunda, Police Public, Qaidi-Kanoon, and Awaz De Kahan Hain throughout her career. In most of these, she was in the lead role, but she did not get the fame in Bollywood that Chandrakanta gave her. Gradually, she disappeared from the industry, and her stardom was lost in oblivion. Now, she works as a model in the fashion industry.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Hindu
Sustainable fashion label ILK launches its Mutualism collection in Chennai
Imagine transforming everyday fabrics into unusual and craft-oriented pieces through intricate textures and a thoughtful approach towards design, where even leftover fabrics find new life. That is the essence of ILK, a design label started by two friends over a decade ago. Shikha Grover and Vinita Adhikari, who discovered an instant alignment in their aesthetics while working together under another designer, say that the birth of ILK was remarkably spontaneous. This initial togetherness mirrors the meaning they later found in their brand name. 'It means a clan, a community and this has been part of our ethos since the beginning,' says Shikha. Over the years, ILK has evolved from experimenting with diverse materials — even 'cycle spokes, nuts, and bolts' — to establishing itself in the luxury-casual intersection, with a focus on comfortable and distinctive designs. Their latest collection, Mutualism, draws from the deep-rooted bond of interdependence in Nature. 'You know how a specific type of bird feeds on the parasites and worms on a zebra's skin? It helps the zebra keep its skin clean. They are dependent on each other. Even in our society, we have different communities coming together and depending on each other, and that's where this concept comes from,' says Vinita. This concept of interconnectedness extends to their broader philosophy of community too. ILK has launched this collection in Chennai at multi-brand design store Collage this week. 'We have done a few events in Chennai before, and the fashion sensibility of the city is very on-brand for us. I feel like the design aesthetic of Chennai is subtle, and they are conscious about the kind of fabrics they choose. We do some breezy, comfortable fabrics, and it suits the city well,' says Shikha, adding that comfort has always been a top priority. 'We do try to wear each product ourselves first to see how it is feeling from inside. We check to see if there are a lot of raw edges on the inside, and if we are able to slip in and out of it comfortably,' says Shikha. The pieces in Mutualism are made from leftover pieces of fabric, brought together carefully by applying a sense of aesthetic that makes each piece unique. 'We have done appliquéing work on them to create texture. It is sustainable and there is less wastage. The product comes out looking unique,' says Vinita. Some garments feature layers of sheer and solid fabrics stitched into patterns that mimic flowers, shrubs and trees, while others are adorned with motifs that are a nod to the animal kingdom, with zebra and cheetah skin-like texture. The effect is subtle, but speaks volumes — of balance, relationship, and co-creation. Mutualism by ILK is on display at Collage, Chennai. Shop the collection starting ₹8,500.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
64 students from all blocks of Pkl take part in dist-level Yoga Olympiad
Panchkula: Altogether 64 students from all four blocks of Panchkula took part in a district-level Yoga Olympiad held at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) here Monday. The Olympiad was conducted under two categories — for Classes VI to VII and for Classes IX to X — with students divided into four groups. In the first category, Parul, Shikha and Aanchal secured the first, second and third positions respectively. In the same category, Yashdeep, Yash and Deepak also stood first, second and third respectively. In the other category, Reena, Aasha Kanchal, Ritesh, Tinku and Harsh showcased exceptional performance and earned the top positions. DIET head Sanjay Kumar Walia presided over the event, while Dr Pawan Gupta, a member of Haryana Yoga Commission , was the chief guest of the programme. It concluded with a vote of thanks by senior lecturer Rashmi Sharma.
