Healthy quick fixes for your diet

Eating healthy is a commitment that you make every day, and while it’s best to prepare your own meals so that you know what goes into them, that’s not always practically possible. That’s where some new entrants into the healthy food business can help. Here’s a lowdown of where you can get your next healthy bite.

A Mexican platter with a desi touch

Andheri-based, Aharveda, is known for its healthy thalis. They have recently introduced an a la carte menu with a Mexican platter. You can enjoy tacos made with rajgira, served with salsa and guacamole. Wash that down with a buttermilk made with coconut milk or a chilled glass of raw mango juice. And if you still have an appetite for more there’s always a super healthy thali that has less oil, no gluten and sugar and also happens to be vegan.
AT: Aharveda, Andheri (W)

Drop in for a tasty, healthy meals 

From breakfast bowls, salads, juices, mains and desserts, if it’s healthy options you are looking for, I Think Fitness Cafe will fit the bill. Nestled in suburban Bandra, this healthy cafe does offer some interesting quick bites. Seafood lovers should try the Ocean Grill (Rs 600)- a perfectly grilled fish fillet and prawns served with soba noodles and a ginger carrot sauce. The seasonal Mango keffir mousse (Rs 250) is a perfect ending to your meal.
AT: I Think Fitness Cafe, Bandra (W)

Beetroot and spinach idlis and dosas

Vanakkam Foods, an e-commerce brand has introduced dosa/ idli batters, podis and ready to eat mixes that make for a tasty breakfast. Low on fat, and free of preservatives, they are also a great source of carbohydrates and protein. Prepared by Mrs Anjali Aruldas, a senior citizen who chose not to retire but instead focused on honing her culinary skills. Her efforts have resulted in a brand that encourages you to eat healthy. Take your pick from spinach, carrot, beetroot batters (ready to cook batters for dosa, idli and vadai.) The grains are locally sourced and organic. The batter is ground using mineral water and is salt and preservative free and delivered fresh!
Log onto: http://www.vanakkamfoods.in
Delivery: Delivery charges applicable

Try whey protein snacks

Founder and CEO, Ankita Chawla’s, Eat-A-Whey is a venture that came about because of her constant struggle to lose weight. Her personal success with whey encouraged her to model a business venture that taps into whey protein’s body repairing power. She says, “In India, parents don’t give their children whey protein because they think it’s only for adults, when the truth is that these chocolate drinks that promote growth in height and children (read Horlicks, Milo, etc) all contain whey protein powder. Having said that, we also have products that are child friendly like a grain and gluten-free banana bread sweetened with dates, gluten and grain free chocolate chip cookies — which also come with a dairy free option.” Also, people here have a misconception that whey protein is for gym goers, but the job of protein is to build and repair the body. so, it’s good for everyone to consume! Only those who have a dairy intolerance will not take well to it.  
Log onto: www.eatawhey.com or scootsy
Call 7506929439

What’s on the menu?

• Protein bars - For Rs 250 each
• Prookies (protein cookies) - Rs 1,000 for eight
• Granola (500 gms) - Paleo for Rs 900 and Protein for  Rs 950
• Chocolate Protein Peanut Butter - 250 gms for Rs 450
• Blueberry Keto and Protein Cheesecake - 1/2kg for  Rs 1,600
• New York Protein Cheesecake — 1/2kg for Rs 1,000
• Gluten, Grain, Yeast and Dairy free Bread - one big loaf for Rs 650

Baked goodies made with banana flour

Namrata Shastri works with raw banana flour to create some yummy nutritious treats. Under the brand name Kadhali ie banana in Sanskrit, she retails products made from raw banana flour. From energy bars, vegan crackers, vegan pizza, granola and brownies, there’s a lot to choose from. The best part is raw banana flour can replace maida and can also be used to thicken soups or to create some yummy baked treats like tea cakes made with walnut and banana crumble. It’s good for people who have Celiac (gluten allergy) or diabetes or those who have a nut allergy or are lactose intolerant. 
Log onto: www.kadhali.in or order from Scootsy and Eco Trunk
Call Namrata 9821246373/ 23519159

What’s on the menu?

• Sugar free dark chocolate and orange cake Rs 700 for 1/2 kg
• Energy bars Rs 100 per piece
• Sugar free energy bars Rs 120 per piece
• Vegan crackers 200 gms for Rs 600
• Brownie chocolate Rs 120 per piece
• Walnut brownie is Rs 150 per piece
• Granola berry blast added roasted jowar flakes, banana flakes, sunflower seeds, flak seeds and quinoa add lemon zest and vitamin e in the form of virgin coconut oil Rs 200 for  a pack of 100 gms.
• Vegan pizza made of gluten free flours. the base is seasoned with chilli flakes, onion and garlic, thin crust, pack of five inch four pizzas for Rs 200
• Cookies Almond 100 gms for Rs 200, chocolate chip cookies 100 gms for Rs 200 
• Chocolate chip with pistachios and sea salt 100 gms for Rs 250
• Vegan brookie combination of a cookie and brownie Rs 100 a piece
Delivery: Across Mumbai, no delivery charges for an order above Rs 1,000

Customised ketogenic diets

FoodDarzee the brainwave of four young food and health enthusiasts from Mumbai — Anirudh Ganeriwal, Devaj Jhunjhunwala, Anik Bhandari and Dr Siddhant Bhargava, promises a transformation in 30 days. The high fat, moderate protein and low carb diet is a customised program that spans over a period of four to 12 weeks. The meals are delivered fresh to you twice in a day. You can start your day with a healthy Zucchini and Cheese Rostii with a tomato basil sauce, fill up with Chicken Satay with freshly made peanut butter and Stir-Fried Zucchini or some comfort food like Paneer Makhani with Coriander Jeera (Cauli) Rice. End your day with keto tiramisu or some keto chocolate mousse. 
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