Steamed Sweet Potato with Spicy Shallot Chutney – Simple and Healthy

There was a time when sweet potatoes appeared in our kitchen only once in a blue moon. I honestly thought plain steamed sweet potatoes tasted a little… boring. Also, there was always that lingering myth around tubers causing bloating or discomfort, so I rarely reached for them. However, everything changed when I began researching healthier, wholesome alternatives for everyday meals. That’s when I discovered the incredible nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes. Not only are they …

Balanced Bites: My Journey from Sugar Spikes to Steady Energy

For a long time, I thought feeling tired after meals, craving snacks all day, and constantly thinking about food was just normal life. My typical day used to have any traditional breakfast like idli or dosa or upma. Then lunch with rice and with a side dish or two and a dinner similar to lunch. Carbs were the main hero on the plate and the side dishes were mere accompaniments. These would give me energy …