Cold Relief Clear Chicken Soup

Monsoon season is on and everyone is attacked by cough, cold and sometimes it is flue too.  I consider this monsoon and winter season as a cough-cold season because almost every child and adult also get infected due to various bacteria.

Clear Chicken Soup: PS : Pixel

We are more indulging soup in this season. It gives a soothing effect to our throat and clears the conjunction in the nose and throat. A hot and savory soup is the ultimate remedy to your throat. Nowadays you can get readymade soup packets in the market but nothing bit to the homemade food. The rainy season welcomes more germs so try to avoid it any packaged food.

What is Chicken Soup?

Chicken is cooked with spices, vegetables with lots of water. You can drink it as much as you want.

Today I am sharing a simple clear chicken soup recipe that is generally prepared by every Maharashtrian house. I still remember when I was a child my mother used to make this soup on every Sunday. All Maharashtrian could be related to this because we have a Sunday ritual to have chicken or mutton for a lunch. It is followed by the soup prepared specially for small children but adults also love to have it.

                                                                                                                              

I believe soup is like a soothing food to your digestion system and hence I am trying to avoid spices in my soup. People generally making soup using spices from the masala box but I prefer to have it as simple as much. Chicken or mutton has its own flavor and we should not add that many spices which reduce the chicken or mutton flavor.

This is my version of chicken soup as I like to keep it non-spicy and at the same time have some germ-boosting properties too. I use minimum ingredients in the soup and let me share a little bit about it.

Some of the benefits of chicken soup:

Cloves: High in antioxidants. Help in killing bacteria and improve digestion.

Turmeric: Especially most important compound curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory compound. Turmeric can increase the antioxidant capacity of the body.

Garlic: Garlic can combat sickness including the common cold. The active compound in garlic can reduce blood pressure.

Tejpatta: In English, it is called Bay Leaf. It helps to manage high cholesterol. I have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. 

Ginger: It reduces hypertension. It reduces nausea from morning sickness and improves heart health.

I hope you enjoy the soup, especially in this rainy season.

 

Cold Relief Clear Chicken Soup

Author : Neeta Kadam                              Prep Time : 15 min

Cook Time : 25 min                                    Total Time : 40 min

Yield : 4 Serving                                          Category : Indian Soup

Ingredient:

2 Tablespoon Oil

2 small Onions chopped

7to 8 garlic pods

1/2 inch Ginger chopped

3 to 4 green chilies - as per your taste

Coriander handful.

Salt.

Cloves - 2,3

Turmeric : 1 tsp.

Chicken: 275 gm

Tej Patta : 2 nos.

Jeera : 1 tsp

Water 2 glass

Instruction

Wash and clean the chicken thoroughly under cold water at least 3 to 4 times.

Heat 2 tablespoon oil in the pan and let it be hot enough to add cumin and let it crackle.

Then add tej-paata, cloves and fry them for a while.

Add finely chopped garlic and ginger. You have to chop it and do not use paste.

Let them fry until the raw smell goes.

Add finely chopped onions fry till it becomes pink and not golden.

Add chopped green chilies, turmeric, and chicken pieces.

Fry everything until the chicken piece colour change

Add water 1 and a half glass or you can add up as per your consistency.

Add salt as per the taste and let it simmer on a medium flame for up to 20 to 25 minutes until chicken gets cooked.  Garnish it with coriander.

Notes:

Take chicken thigh pieces with bones that are tender and taste delicious.

Add some carrot sticks as it is a great source of vitamin C and K.

 

Cold Relief- Clear chicken soup

Sources :

Health-related information from the following source:

www.healthline.com

www.1mg.com

www.medicalnewstoday.com

Picture Source: Pixel.com

Check out my sandwich recipes especially for kids in the recipe section.

How do you make the chicken or Mutton Soup? 

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Book Review : A to Z common disease and Homeopathic Treatment - book by Dr. Surbhi Prapanna

We have fiction, nonfiction books, cookbooks, interior books at our home library. Do we have any medicinal books? I guess apart from the medical people, we do not have a habit to read such kinds of medical books because of the hard language. But this ‘A to Z of common disease and Their Homeopathic treatment’ book is exceptional of such things.

Cover of the book

The book cover has three pictures of common diseases and below are the medicine images. The book cover depicts the content of the book very well.

About the book

This is a complete handy guide of common disease and homeopathic treatment. The author has covered common and uncommon diseases with a brief explanation like causes, symptoms, and cure. It has a total of 26 chapters comprise of 26 types of disease. Each chapter has a detailed explanation that can be read by anyone. The book explains Dr. Surbhi's extensive search and hard work. She has covered a tiny part of each disease. If you are looking for any kind of symptoms of any disease you will get appropriate information in this book.

My take on this book:

a.    We have a tendency to search for each tiny thing on Google. Though we are taking any kind of treatment with the doctor we used to search tablets, symptoms, and cures on Google. If you have this book in your library you will stop using Google. Dr. Surbhi has covered the information which we always looking for. (Homeopathic only).

 

b.    Author has explained each disease and its symptoms in detail with appropriate images.

 

c. The language is used in this book is simple. The medical terms are used wherever required and can be understood.

 

d.      The A to Z common disease books covered every human being from baby to old age people. It has all common diseases like baby colic, hair fall, acidity, stomach ache and many more.

 

e.      This is a quite informative book where you can have medical information. After reading this book you will realize what steps we should take, which things we should avoid, and useful cure treatment.

 

f.        I will recommend every household should have this health-related book which is a handy medical guide.

 

About the Author:

Dr. Surbhi is a homeopathic therapist by profession, writer, blogger, mom of two adorable daughters, creative photographer, and nature lover. She wrote about parenting, health, DIY, cooking with kids, creative activities with kids, education, and many more on her blog. She won many awards for her writing. Her work had been published on various prestigious online platforms.

Her blog: surbhiprapanna.com

Details of the book :

Rating: 5/5

Book Name: A to Z Common Disease and Their Homeopathic Treatment.

Author: Dr. Surbhi Prappana

Genre: Health

Format: E-book

Pages: 141

Available: Free download

Link: AtoZof Common Diseases and their homeopathic treatment

I love this medical encyclopedia, especially of Homeopathy. I am not a big fan of Homeopathy but my knowledge regarding homeopathy is expanded after reading this book. I used to believe homeopathy treatment is a slow process and have a tiny pearl-like medicine. I am glad to know the information of new and the existing health problems like nosebleed, earache, etc and the treatment.  Download it as fast as possible.

There are many interesting free E-books on the blogger chatter Ebook Library. You can download it in PDF and read it. It is a treasure box for a book nerd.

Book Review : The Tooth fairy

Book Title: The Tooth Fairy

How many of you know about the tooth fairy? If your answer is "NO" ask your child, he or she will give out the detailed information.

What is the tooth fairy?

A tooth fairy is an imaginary fairy who comes to collect your kid's fallen tooth. When your child's tooth falls down they have to keep this under their pillow. It is considered that the tooth fairy came at midnight to collect the tooth and in return, she kept some gifts for a child.

 

The cover and title of the book :

The book cover is fascinating to children. It has a colorful fairy house like a mushroom tree and tooth fairy team. The picture is attractive.

What is the story about?

The story began with the 7-year-old boy whose tooth fall and he kept it under his pillow. A tooth fairy comes to collect the tooth and gives out the gift with a beautiful message. How these tooth fairy work so hard and why fairies are worried for kids? All these are described very well in the book.

The tooth fairy has a big team where they used to do a lot of work on teeth and they realize teeth are fragile with holes and hence they give out the sweet message with the letter. 

 

Book Illustration:

😊 Each page has a broad and colorful picture.

😊 At the end of the page, it has only two or three sentences which your child can read it out easily. Especially if your child is in kindergarten.

😊A child will get to know the teeth name like an incisor etc. Everything is described in easy language.

😊 Illustration is so attractive that your child can read it out just by looking at the picture. 

😊 The arrangements of the picture and sentence are simple and yet attractive.

The moral of the Story:

Every story gives out some message. Moral of the story how and why kids need to maintain teeth hygiene.

Kids are more indulging in chocolates and junk food. They are not able to clean their teeth on regular basis and hence the teeth have holes. 

A message was given by these fairies are more effective for kids. They will understand how to clean the teeth? What should they eat? Which food they should avoid? Moreover, she also insists to have frequent dentist visits.

From the child's point of view:

My child is big enough to read out the story. But the child who is in the phase of teeth falling would love to read this story. Every kid loves fairy tales. A child who is learning sight words can read this story. Though there are some big words which we can read out for them. Any child can read this story simply by watching the colorful pictures. 

My verdict:

I love this story. I like this tooth fairy. The book is perfect for the age of 4 to 7 years old. The message of the story is described in a simple way and it is more effective on a child.

Book Details:

Book Name: The Tooth Fairy

Author: Zani Mathoa

Pages: 21

Published  by: MonkeyPen.com

Available: PDF format on MonkeyPen.com (Free of cost)

My Rating: 5/5

 

MonkeyPen.com is the website which provides kids book at free of cost. This PDF storybook can be downloaded free of cost. You can read it online. They have a very good collection of storybooks for every age of the kid. They also have personalized books.

 

Disclaimer: This is my personal opinion. Monkey Pen does not pitch me to write for this. I want to share this site because it is really helpful to many children. It has so many beautiful stories which are free of cost. 

 

 

 

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Simple vegetable sandwich

Sandwich is one of the easiest breakfast recipes which can be made quickly. All you need to have bread and literally anything available in your pantry. The best thing about a sandwich is we can make it from the scratch too and it will taste heavenly.

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My family is a fan of sandwiches but we have bread once in 15 to 20 days, especially on weekends. Yes, in 15 to 20 days because if I have bread in my pantry then my little one will want to eat bread in breakfast, lunch, and dinner too, 😇

Does it happen with you, mommy?

What is a vegetable sandwich?

A vegetable sandwich is consists of bread filled with lots of veggies raw or cooked with flavor. If you want to make it a healthier version try to use whole wheat bread instead of white bread. Try to use desi ghee instead of butter.

How to make a veg mayo sandwich?

It is very easy, you just have to pull out some simple chopping vegetables of your choice and mix them with sauce and mayo. I am using Dr. Otkear Fun foods. 

If you know me, I am always trying out an easy recipe that can be ready in 10 to 15 minutes. A mommy time is hectic and it is very difficult to feed healthy food to kids. So I am always trying out some easy and healthy recipes.

Do your kids want to help you in the kitchen? And you end up saying a big "NO" to them.😔 Sounds similar, do try some following DO'S and see the magic.

Allow your child to mess the kitchen while making this sandwich.

🧠It will increase the child's vocabulary as he/she is going to listen and repeat the new word. They will learn new maths skills like measuring and counting.

🧠They will learn life skills like spreading butter, mixing vegetables with sauce, etc. Allow them to make their sandwich by spreading sauce on bread and vegetables.

🧠A little bit of mess is allowed and ask them to clean with you in a soft and gentle manner. Do not try to make this sandwich when you hurry. 

That why I mentioned above, We have this kind of breakfast on the weekend so that as a family we can have lots of fun in the kitchen.

We know the health benefits of eating raw veggies. This is the first time I tried raw veggie in the sandwich and it turns awesome. Like any other mom, I am also the one who tried out different recipes which should be approved by my kids.😉 Trying to make it kid-friendly. 

Finally, it goes in my menu list, approved by my family especially by my kid.

Do you have a pre-decided menu list? I do make a menu with my daughter because she is growing up and constantly asking me every day, what is for lunch, breakfast or dinner? I am trying to make a menu for a week and allow her to be a part of this. so she gets to know what is for breakfast and will eat without making any tantrums because it is decided by herself. It's my win-win.

Let's jump into the simple easy peasy veg mayo sandwich recipe.                                                                                                                            

Grilled Veg Mayo sandwich   

Cook time: 5 minutes                  

Prep time: 10 minutes  

Total time: 15 minutes

Breakfast Recipe

Serve: 3 people               

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Ingredients:

Cabbage thinly sliced: 1 bowl 

Pepper (any colour) chopped: ½ bowl

Mayo:  ½ cup 

Ketchup: As required 

Oregano: As per taste

Chili flex: As per your requirement (spice or mild spice)

Cheeze: Lots of.

Brown Bread: 1 Loaf.

Salt: As per taste.

Direction :

🍞Take out crust side of all bread.

🍞Mix the cabbage, pepper (raw vegetable), and mayonnaise with all the above-mentioned ingredients.

🍞Take bread apply sauce and spread the above mixture and spread cheese generously cover with other bread.

🍞Put this sandwich on hot skillet for toast with a little bit of butter or ghee. You can use this gas sandwich toaster for this too. It will give out the extra crust.

🍞Toast it from both sides.

The grilled cheese vegetable sandwich is ready.

 

We have a mayo sandwich with egg and chicken. My kid is a non-vegetarian and I am trying to feed her vegetables. She did not like this particular vegetable. This time I am surprised that she didn't take out a single piece of veggie. Yeee!😊

Do your kids love sandwiches or jam bread? Love to hear your suggestions too.

With love 

Neeta 

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Celebration of Women's Day 2021 : Interview with Zin Instructor

 

Hello,

Wishing you all a very happy international women’s day.

Thanks a lot Ruchi and Dipika for hosting #Speakeasy blogging challenge on this occasion with a special theme “Celebrating sisterhood”

“Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We are strongest when we cheer each other on.”

--Serena William

 

And so here I am celebrating my friend’s achievement. On account of woman’s day I am pleased to feature my friend, trainer inspiration and Zin instructor, Ms. Shubhangi Pawar. I saw her journey starting as a trainer up-to having her own studio. I love to appreciate her hard-work and encourage all women to maintain yourself by taking care of your body.

Health should be always a priority. But it seems less important in case of Indian woman, right? It is not necessary to join a jim and have a workout. A dance party workout which is called Zumba is always banging on. I am a fan of zumba fitness because I love dance and I love to work-out with the music. This one hour make your body to move stress free. I have received lots of questions about zumba. Zin instructor is the only one person can solve your every doubt, right? So let's meet Ms. Shubhangi Pawar,

Q: Tell me about yourself Shubhangi?

Ans: I belong to a Maharashtrian family and have a normal education. My family is not that much girl’s career oriented, so I got married very early in my 20s. After my marriage I completed my graduation and had my children. I found my love towards dance and had zumba training. Right now I am a happy Maharashtrian wife, Mom of 2 kids, professionally trained Zin instructor and runner up of Mrs. Maharashtra Icon.

Q: Ohh, that’s great and congratulation for Mrs. Maharashtra Icon.

Ans : Thanks a lot. I believe if you have a dream do chase it until you achieve it. Every woman can achieve her dream. It might take time but you should do a lot of hard work.

Q: Yes, very true. Tell me what is Zumba?

Ans : Zumba  is a fitness program that combine Latin and International music with dance moves. Zumba routine incorporates internal training – alternative fast and slow rhythms help to improve cardiovascular fitness.

Q: How many years you have been in this field?

Ans: I am having 7 years of professional experience.

Q: What is the age limit to start zumba workout?

Ans: As of now there is no specific age limit. Starting from the age of 5 years up-to 70 years of age anyone can have this zumba workout. For each age group zumba pattern is different. Because before the age of 50, we all are fitness oriented. But after the age of 60 zumba workout is for mental relaxation. This relaxation can achieve through this zumba session which gives you more energy and refresh your body as per the requirement of this age.

At this age cardio is done with specific amount which help in a heart pumping. We all know heart attack problems arise specially above 60 years of age, as of now anyone can have the heart attack. But if you have daily cardio habits without any machine it will help to pump your heart regularly.

Disclaimer : You should consult your doctor before practicing zumba for age group above 50 years.

If you have a diabetic you should have a normal daily exercise. Music and workout create refreshment which reduces stress and anxiety. Alternatively it will increase your lifespan.

So there is no age limit. You have to practice it and make a daily habit.

Q: If anyone has any bone related issue then?

Ans: People who have bone related issue like Spine, cervical, knee pain can also have zumba. It improves your spine. Only disc damaged people are not allowed to do. If trainer knows the hammering of disc then they will have zumba session with proper training and doctor advice.

Bones related issue starts due to deficiency of calcium and if you have excessive amount of cardio. Zumba can be done without any equipment so there will be no pressure on your body to lift any equipment. With proper nutrient you can have this workout which is not going to effect on your bones at all.

Q: How zumba is beneficial to small kids?

Ans : Kids are tend to spend a lot of time in school and then tuition where they used to sit for a long time. Zumba workout helps them to cope up with hormonal changes. They can do cardio in a good manner and music refreshes them.

Q: What kind of exercise do they have?

Ans: Small kids can have bouncing, dance and jumping exercise. Dance work out help them to sweat well and induce a good sleep. No equipment is used for kids too. Alternatively this will increase their mental health.

Q: Do you have any season-wise zumba?

Ans: Not at all, you can have zumba throught the year irrespective of any season. Zumba give out toning to your body and cardio give relaxation.

Q: What kind of steps are there in zumba workout?

Ans: Zumba include cardio, salsa, belle dance and bolly-wood dance workout. One workout contains 15 songs. It includes first 3 songs for warm up, 3 songs for cardio, 2 songs are low- high, high-low rhythm and last 2 songs are for cool down.  You have to complete at least these 10 to 15 songs in one hour session according to the mentioned ratio. It start up with warm up, cardio, high how rhythm, middle rhythm include salsa and belly dance. Last slow rhythm includes stretching, body relaxation and cool down.

Q: Does yoga is part of zumba?

Ans: No, it is an additional activity on demand of the client. I tend to provide one session of yoga in a week.

Q: If anyone want to be a zumba instructor, can you guide?

Ans: Yes, anybody can be a zumba instructor. You have to register with zin. www.zumba.com. If you want to be instructor you should have this Zumba zin registration. After that you have to complete authorized workshop within assigned hours.

Workshops are arranged in different cities. You can choose as per your convenience. After completion all this you will get a license. You will connect through zumba community once you become a member. They will provide you all kinds of materials and have instructions like, what kind of steps should be there? What kind of music and counts of these steps? How many bouncing steps? Etc.

Once you get the license you can start teaching zumba. So license is the mandatory.

Q: Is there any specific music used?

Ans: Yes, as it is a Latin based and following music is used for each workout.

For cardio: Merenge song, for SALSA Kumba music and for BELLY DANCE bollywood music. It includes 5 to 6 types of music.

Q: If anyone want to start their own zumba center what will be the requirement?

Ans: You have your own place ie. Your own dance studio. It should be minimum 500 to 600 sq.ft. This area will cover minimum 10 to 12 person in one batch. The place should be airy, peaceful. Mirror is the most important element of this workout where you see yourself daily and appreciate your body.

Q: Any advice you want to give out to ladies on this special day?

Ans: I would like to say,” We should celebrate woman’s day on each day. If you are able to live your life with balancing health, mind and economical status then only apan ya divasacha respect thevu shakato. (Can able to respect of this day). We got a special place in this world and we have to maintain it by taking care of our health with proper diet. Because if we are healthy our family will healthy. We ladies should be strong in all sense, health and economically so that we can contribute towards our nation.

Well said, I also agree with you. We have to be healthy and fit.

Thank you very much for giving your time for this small session. I had always a great experience and lots of fun with your Zumba session.

What are your thoughts ladies? Is this helpful for you? Please share your views.

This post blog post is a part of Speak Easy Blogging challenge by Dipika and Ruchi where we are “celebrating sisterhood”’

 

 

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