This is one of the most revered herbs in our country. Blessed by the popular Hindu God Krishna, the tulsi leaf is a special part of the average Hindu’s life and, more importantly, diet.

We have so many oils in our country, then why do we need to pay special attention to olive oil? We have done without it for so many years. True enough, but research has now documented that a diet consisting of a good amount of monounsaturated fats has huge health benefits and olive oil contains these in large amounts.

One bowl of yogurt (dahi, curd) is undoubtedly a favourite across the length and breadth of the country. In fact, it is increasingly popular in the Western world as well — coming as it does in a range of interesting flavours.

Almost everyone loves potatoes, but many deprive themselves of the pleasure of indulging in this knobbly tuber as they think it will make them fat. This is just a misconception.