Diet plays a crucial role in empowering women’s health at every stage of life. From hormonal fluctuations to bone health, the food we choose impacts our energy levels, immunity, and overall well-being.
Whether you’re looking to support menstrual regularity, boost energy during perimenopause, or simply nourish your body with wholesome goodness, these two simple recipes offer delicious and effective solutions.
Powerhouse Kalonji Laddus
These tiny yet mighty bites pack a punch of Ayurvedic wisdom and health benefits. Kalonji seeds, also known as Nigella sativa, have been revered for centuries for their medicinal properties.
Ingredients:
- kalonji seeds – 1 tablespoon
- ginger powder -1 tablespoon
- jaggery powder (or substitute with honey) -1 tablespoon
- cow ghee -1 tablespoon
Method of preparation:
- In a pan, dry roast the kalonji seeds and ginger powder until fragrant.
- Grate the jaggery or use jaggery powder.
- Mix the roasted ingredients with the jaggery powder and ghee until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small laddus.
- Enjoy 1-2 laddus daily.
Benefits:
- According to Ayurveda Kalonji seeds are believed to balance vata and kapha doshas, which can help regulate menstrual cycles and alleviate menopausal symptoms.
- It is rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients like iron , sodium, calcium, potassium which strengthens the body’s defenses and support to reproductive health and boost lactation in nourishing mother.
- Kalonji having anti-inflammatory properties which may help to treat chronic inflammation conditions.
Tips:
For an extra punch, add a pinch of cardamom powder or black pepper to the laddus. Substitute honey for jaggery powder in the laddus if desired.
Natural Energy Booster
This revitalizing drink harnesses the power of dates, a traditional Ayurvedic food known as “ojas builder.”
Ingredients:
- Dates (khurjur) – 4 to 5
- Ginger powder – ¼ teaspoon
- Water – 1/2 glass
Method of preparation:
- Soak the dates in water overnight.
- In the morning, remove the seeds and blend them with fresh water and ginger powder.
- Enjoy this invigorating drink immediately.
Benefits:
- According to Ayurveda Dates pacify vata and pitta dosha.
- It is a natural source of glucose, providing long-lasting energy without a crash.
- As estrogen levels decline in women, their bones gradually lose density, making them more prone to fractures and osteoporosis. The high levels of selenium, copper, and magnesium found in dates help preserve bone mineral density and flexibility in women.
- Dates support natural digestion by containing dietary fiber, aiding in digestion, and preventing constipation. They also stimulate the secretion of digestive enzymes, which helps in efficient nutrient absorption in the body. Additionally, this fiber contributes to maintaining cholesterol levels.
Tips:
Put water in a copper glass at night and drink it early in the morning on a daily basis. This practice can help to cure anemia and aids in producing new, healthy skin cells. Additionally, it regulates the functioning of the thyroid gland.
