Khaleej Times

Healthy living starts at your dinner table

Nutrient-rich meals are your first step to secure a wellness routine

- Farhana Chowdhury farhana@khaleejtim­es.com

With the advent of technology and state-of-the-art healthcare facilities in the region, residents of metropolit­an cities are well aware of the benefits of exercise and regular check-ups at hospitals.

But the real source of good health comes from the food we consume, notably nutrient quality and content. Armed with a strong focus on well-being without compromisi­ng on rich taste, LIFCO presents a portfolio of products from across the globe to your local supermarke­t in the UAE so you can create a healthy and delectable diet as part of your daily routine.

SOYFRESH SOYA MILK

Packed with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, soy milk is known to protect blood vessels from lesions and haemorrhag­e with its phyto-oxidant properties. It defends the lining cells from cholestero­l deposits and makes them resilient to blood pressure changes. Lifco offers a delicious assortment of soy milk to add to your diet. Aside from being an ideal alternativ­e for those who lactose-intolerant, which gives them a good dose of protein and vitamin A, B12 and D, it also contains lower calories than milk that makes it a great alternativ­e for weight watchers.

AL SHIFA HONEY

Renowned as one of nature’s best gifts, honey is a melting pot of goodness that can heal most issues related to skin, hair and body. It helps regulate blood sugar (making it a great substitute for those who cannot consume sugary treats), reduces cough and throat irritation, boosts memory and even acts as a sleeping aid. Try Al Shifa Honey, a 100 per cent pure and natural product that comes in various sizes and lip-smacking flavours — such as Acacia, Orange, Black Forest and Lime, Golden Nectar, etc. — to sample some ‘bee-licious’ goodness.

SUNWHITE BROWN RICE CHIPS

These are gaining popularity for having an extra crisp over regular chips, minus the unhealthy factor. Made with wholegrain brown rice, with no artificial flavours, preservati­ves, wheat or gluten, brown rice chips take nibbling to a whole new level. Besides curbing appetite by making you feel full faster, they are known to impart nutritiona­l value and reduce risks of obesity. Sunwhite Brown Rice Chips come in three lip-smacking flavours — Parmesan and Sundried Tomato, Sea Salt, and Sweet Chili — to give snackers delicious treats without the guilt.

RS OLIVE OIL

A star in the Mediterran­ean diet, ingredient­s cooked in olive oil (or just a drizzle over food) promises a healthy dining experience. There is scientific evidence to show that olive oil reduces chronic inflammati­on, curbs risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, cardiovasc­ular disease, arthritis, obesity, etc. and helps maintain healthy weight. It is also a skin saviour with anti-ageing properties and strengthen­s the immune system. Rafael Salgado (RS) Olive Oil, freshly produced from the Spanish cities of Toledo and Malaga, offers golden-toned mild flavours with a delicate taste of dried fruit and Spanish olives.

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