From Thai basil to avocados: Inside Oprah Winfrey’s sprawling garden where she grows more than 100 species in HawaiiOprah Winfrey’s Maui property is home to a diverse garden where she grows more than 100 species of fruits, vegetables and herbs. Her produc...
11 Sep, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
In 2012, Jason Mraz began farming 5 acres in California with organic practices. 14 years later, his family farm had grown thousands of trees while promoting regenerative agricultureSinger Jason Mraz has beautifully transformed his San Diego orchard into a thriving regenerative avocado farm. Since acquiring the property...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
Feeling hungry soon after meals? Delhi nutritionist shares 7 simple food swaps to add more fibre to your dietDelhi nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares practical food swaps that can enhance your fibre intake. By incorporating greens into your eggs, yo...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Soak cut fruit for 10 minutes in 1 teaspoon of ascorbic acid per gallon of cold water; Penn State says vitamin C acts as an antioxidant to keep fruit from darkeningCut fruit quickly turns brown due to an enzyme reacting with oxygen. A simple vitamin C solution effectively halts this undesirable darkeni...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
In 2015, fruit flies were sent to International Space Station to study how microgravity and the space environment affect the innate immune systemIn 2015, fruit flies were sent to International Space Station to study how microgravity and the space environment affect the innate immune ...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Merchant Navy professional quit his job to transform his gooseberry farm. His earnings boomed from Rs 45,000 to Rs 9 lakh per acreAfter realizing that raw amla sales were not lucrative, Shyam Singh's family pivoted to processing amla into juice and other by-products, r...
08 Sep, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
In 2020, NTU used orange peel to recycle spent lithium-ion batteries; the process recovered about 90% of cobalt, lithium, nickel, and manganese from old cellsResearchers have found orange peels can recover metals from dead batteries. This method extracts valuable cobalt, lithium, nickel, and mang...
08 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
Stop this apples vs oranges false binary!Economists often use the 'apples and oranges' metaphor to signify impossible comparisons. However, the article argues that many dissimilar ...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.39 PM IST
How to keep bananas fresh for longer: Try this simple kitchen hack to keep them fresh for longerBananas are known to ripen rapidly due to ethylene gas produced at their stems. By wrapping the stems in tin foil, you can effectively slow...
07 Sep, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
Citrus peels may be more valuable than they look: 2026 USDA-backed study of 22 Florida-grown varieties and hybrids finds antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and potentially anti-cancer compoundsThe exploration of citrus peels by researchers unveils valuable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. Various citrus varieties and t...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
No crash diets or supplements: Delhi nutritionist shares 5 daily habits for better health and longevity. ‘The most powerful medicine does not come in a bottle’Delhi nutritionist Lovneet Batra emphasizes daily habits over quick fixes for health. Nourishing the body with whole foods provides essenti...
07 Sep, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Ekadashi September dates: Check Aja and Parivartini Ekadashi dates, tithi and Parana timingsEkadashi dates: September 2026 will feature two Ekadashi observances for devotees. Aja Ekadashi falls on September seventh, while Parivarti...
06 Sep, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
Warning needed for even single excess ingredient: Plea in SC seeks changes to FSSAI rulesIn a significant legal move, a Supreme Court petition is calling for the FSSAI's food warning labels to be implemented in full, without del...
06 Sep, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Janmashtami Fast Rules: What to eat and avoid, dos and don’ts and important vrat guidelines for Krishna Janmashtami 2026Janmashtami Fasting Rules: Krishna Janmashtami is a sacred occasion marked by fasting, devotional prayers, and elaborate puja rituals. Devo...
04 Sep, 2026, 08.57 AM IST
Junk out, khichdi in: ‘Healthy’ food made mandatory in Maharashtra govt officesMaharashtra government mandates healthier food in all state canteens and official events. The directive promotes millet khichdi and sprouts...
02 Sep, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Wrapping papaya in aluminium foil: How this simple kitchen trick may slow ripening, its benefits and the right way to use itTo prolong the freshness of papayas, envelop their stems in aluminum foil. This clever method minimizes the release of ethylene gas, conseq...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
How to get 25g fibre every day? Nutritionist shares cheat sheet of 10 foods to hit your daily goal without forcing down bowls of raw saladNutritionist Lovneet Batra highlights how simple food swaps can help increase daily fibre intake. Adding whole grains such as dalia, ragi a...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.24 PM IST