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- 450g boneless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. garlic paste
- 1 tsp. ginger paste
- 2 green chili, ground
- 1\2 level tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp. Red chili powder
- 1 level tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. ground Coriander
Basic batter
- 200 g. gram flour,
sieved (besan)
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. coriander
seeds, crushed
- 1 tsp.
garam masala
- 1level tsp.
bicarbonate of soda
- 2 tbs. Coriander leave
- 2-3 drops of Yellow food color
- about 300 ml water
1. Cut chicken into
bite sized pieces. Rub the chicken with lemon juice and put
aside. Mix the garlic, ginger paste with salt, chili powder,
turmeric, green chilies and ground coriander. Smear the
chicken pieces with spice paste and set aside for at least 2
hours.
2. Place the gram flour and the remaining dry
ingredients and food color in a bowl. Pour in the water
gradually and beat to a smooth paste. The consistency should
be like thick pancake batter. Leave aside to rest for 20
minutes.
3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or a karahi
to smoking point, then reduce the heat to medium.
4. Dip a few pieces of chicken into the batter to
thoroughly coat them, then using your fingers lift them out
of the batter and at once drop them into the hot oil. Be
careful not to splash yourself with hot oil. Donot
try to fry too many at a time. Fry for a few minutes, then
carefully turn them over. Fry the pakoras for 5-8 minutes to
a crisp golden color, drain thoroughly with a perforated
slice. Then place them on absorbent kitchen paper.
5. Sprinkle with chat masala.
6. Serve with
Nan,
Podinay Ki Chutney and
Sweet tamarind chutney
Hurry to cook 'dal' ?
Add a little oil and turmeric powder to the dal before
placing it in the cooker. It will get done in 10 minutes
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Health
Tips For Ramadan This article provides
useful tips on how to avoid some common
problems encountered in Ramadan. If
followed, it would enable one to fast
comfortably and enjoy fully the spiritual
benefits of Ramadan. During the holy month
of Ramadan, our diet should not differ very
much from our normal diet and should be as
simple as possible. The diet should be such
that we maintain our normal weight, neither
losing nor gaining. However, if one is
over-weight, Ramadan is an ideal time to
normalise one's weight.
Consume
Slow Digesting Foods
In view of the long hours of
fasting, we should consume slow digesting
foods including fibre containing-foods
rather than fast- digesting foods. Slow
digesting foods last up to 8 hours, while
fast- digesting foods last for only 3 to 4
hours. Slow-digesting foods are foods that
contain grains and seeds like barley, wheat,
oats, millet, semolina, beans, lentils,
wholemeal flour, unpolished rice, etc.
(called complex carbohydrates). Fast-
burning foods are foods that contain sugar,
white flour, etc. (called refined
carbohydrates).
Fibre-containing foods are bran-containing
foods, whole wheat, grains and seeds,
vegetables like green beans, peas, sem (papry),
marrow, mealies, spinach, and other herbs
like methie, the leaves of beetroot
(iron-rich), fruit with skin, dried fruit
especially dried apricots, figs and prunes,
almonds, etc. The foods eaten should be well
balanced, containing foods from each food
group, i.e. fruits, vegetables,
meat/chicken/fish, bread/cereals and dairy
products. Fried foods are unhealthy and
should be limited. They cause indigestion,
heartburn, and weight problems.
AVOID
*Fried and fatty foods.
*Foods containing too much sugar.
*Over-eating especially at suhoor.
*Too much tea at suhoor. Tea makes you pass
more urine taking with it valuable mineral
salts that your body would need during the
day.
*Smoking cigarettes. Smoking is unhealthy
and one should stop completely.
EAT
Eat complex carbohydrates at
suhoor so that the food lasts longer making
you less hungry. Haleem is an excellent
source of protein and is a slow-burning
food. Dates are excellent source of sugar,
fibre, carbohydrates, potassium and
magnesium. Almonds are rich in protein and
fibre with less fat. Bananas are a good
source of potassium, magnesium and
carbohydrates.
DRINK
As much water or fruit juices
as possible between iftar and bedtime so
that your body may adjust fluid levels in
time.
CONSTIPATION
Constipation can cause piles
(haemorroids), fissures and indigestion with
a bloated feeling.
Causes: Too much refined foods, too little
water and not enough fibre in the diet.
Remedy: Avoid excessive refined foods,
increase water intake, and use bran in
baking, brown flour when making roti.
LETHARGY
('low blood pressure')
Excessive sweating, weakness,
tiredness, lack of energy, dizziness,
especially on getting up from sitting
position, pale appearance and feeling faint
are symptoms associated with "low blood
pressure". This tends to occur towards the
afternoon.
Causes: Too little fluid intake, decreased
salt intake.
Remedy: Keep cool, increase fluid and salt
intake.
Caution: Low blood pressure should be
confirmed by taking a blood pressure reading
when symptoms are present. Persons with high
blood pressure may need their medication
adjusted during Ramadan. They should consult
their doctor.
HEADACHE
Causes: Caffeine and
tobacco-withdrawal, doing too much in one
day, lack of sleep, hunger usually occurs as
the day goes by and worsens at the end of
the day. When associated with "low blood
pressure", the headache can be quite severe
and can also cause nausea before Iftar.
Remedy: Cut down caffeine and tobacco slowly
starting a week or two before Ramadan.
Herbal and caffeine-free teas may be
substituted. Reorganise your schedule during
the Ramadan so as to have adequate sleep.
LOW BLOOD
SUGAR
Weakness, dizziness,
tiredness, poor concentration, perspiring
easily, feeling shaky (tremor), unable to
perform physical activities, headache,
palpitations are symptoms of low blood
sugar.
Causes in non-diabetics: Having too much
sugar (i.e. refined carbohydrates especially
at suhur (suhoor)). The body produces too
much insulin causing the blood glucose to
drop.
Remedy: Eat something at suhoor and limit
sugar-containing foods and drinks. Caution:
Diabetics may need to adjust their
medication in Ramadan, consult your doctor.
MUSCLE
CRAMPS
Causes: Inadequate intake of
calcium, magnesium and potassium foods.
Remedy: Eat foods rich in the above minerals
(e.g. vegetables, fruit, dairy products,
meat and dates).
Caution: Those on high blood pressure
medication and with kidney stone problems
should consult their doctor.
PEPTIC
ULCERS, HEART BURN, GASTRITIS AND HIATUS
HERNIA
Increased acid levels in the
empty stomach in Ramadan aggravate the above
conditions. It presents itself as a burning
feeling in the stomach area under the ribs
and can extend up to the throat. Spicy
foods, coffee, and Cola drinks worsen these
conditions. Medications are available to
control acid levels in the stomach. People
with proven peptic ulcers and hiatus hernia
should consult their doctor well before
Ramadan.
KIDNEY
STONES
Kidney stones may occur in
people who have less liquid to drink.
Therefore, it is essential to drink extra
liquids so as to prevent stone formation.
JOINT
PAINS
Causes: During Ramadan, when
extra salah are performed the pressure on
the knee joints increases. In the elderly
and those with arthritis this may result in
pain, stiffness, swelling and discomfort.
Remedy: Lose weight so that the knees do not
have to carry any extra load. Exercise the
lower limbs before Ramadan so that they can
be prepared for the additional strain. Being
physically fit allows greater fulfillment,
thus enabling one to be able to perform
salah with ease. You should always consult
with your own personal doctor or healthcare
provider for appropriate advice concerning
your specific health needs and care during
Ramadan.
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Memories from 8th
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each of it is ir-replaceable and, once gone, can
never be retrieved.
Do not be like a deceived person who is joyous
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What good is an increase in wealth when life
grows ever shorter? Therefore be joyous only for
an increase in beneficial knowledge and good
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BACK PAIN
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How is the back made up? The major
feature is the spine.
 This
is a highly complex and delicate structure which is made up
of 33 small bones called vertebrae.
In between each vertebra is a disc which acts as a shock
absorber, and stops the bones rubbing together.
The discs are made up of a jelly like substance, which is
protected by a tough, fibrous outer casing. The spine is
supported by specialised back muscles, and an array of
ligaments, nerves and tendons.
What causes back pain?
As the spine is such a complex structure, it can often be
difficult to pin down the exact cause of back pain. Probably
the most common cause is when the back muscles begin to
spasm. This can often occur after strenuous activity, or can
be a reaction to repetitive strain. The muscle is damaged,
or irritated, and goes into spasm to protect the area from
further injury. This can be extremely painful, and can lead
to muscle tears if undue stress is exerted. Other causes of
back pain include arthritis, fractures and infections. In
many cases experts believe back pain is a manifestation of
emotional upset, rather than a physical problem. More
serious causes can include a prolapsed disc, or degenerative
diseases of the spine - but these are relatively rare.
Are certain parts of the back more vulnerable?
Yes. The lower - or lumbar - region of the back is
particularly prone to injury. This because it bears the
entire weight of the upper body, and is twisted and bent
more than other parts. As a result it inevitably suffers
more wear and tear.
Why is back pain on the increase?
Experts believe that a major factor is the modern tendency
to lead a sedentary lifestyle, both at work and home.
Spending long stretches of time sitting in one position -
often with the back not properly supported - is not good for
the spine.
The reliance on comfy soft furnishing may seem appealing -
but often it encourages us to adopt a poor posture. Back
pain is much less common in places such as India, where many
more people are used to sitting on the floor, which is
thought to allow the back muscles to find their own natural
position.
What is the treatment?
For most cases of back pain the only treatment is pain
relief, often through the use of non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin.
Physiotherapy, heat therapy, massage and hydrotherapy can
help.
How can you minimize the risk?
The spine is naturally curved into an S shape. The best way
to keep it healthy is to try to maintain this shape as much
as possible. This is particularly important when performing
tasks, such as lifting, that carry an increased risk of
injury. Strengthening the back muscles, keeping fit by
taking regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight
can all help to minimise the risk of back pain. It is also
important to have a mattress that properly supports the body
while you are asleep. If you do have a bad back probably the
worst thing you can do is take to your bed.
Experts believe that it is best to stay as active as you
possibly can.
Could there be another explanation for back pain?
Some lumbar and lower spinal pain is caused by patients
having one leg longer than the other. This puts the pelvis
out of alignment causing pain, which without correction
leads to long term compensatory problems such as back pain.
In this case it might be wise to consult a podiatrist who
will measure the patient's limbs and if required provide
either an orthoses - an orthopedic appliance used to
support, align, prevent, or correct deformities - or arrange
to modify the patients shoe to correct the difference.
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Ramadan - Chest of Treasures
Assalam-o-alikum, friends. The happy fasting and feasting is
going in its full swing that now half of this holy month of
Ramzan is already over. While we are enjoying the feasts we
must also avail the opportunities it provides for spiritual
growth.
The blessed month of ramzan is like a chest of treasures.
Any Muslim can gain from this treasure. There is no limit to
the amount of riches that one can acquire from it. It all
depends on one's effort. Since the holy month of ramzan
comes just once a year, it will be foolish if one let it
slip by without availing from its blessed treasures. The
Holy month just lasts 29 to 30 days. Wise will be the one
who will make maximum of this limited time.
In Ramzan, the award of all good deeds is increased many
folds. This incentive give one more vigour to indulge in
good acts. Many people choose this holy month to pay their
yearly due zakat. Though zakat is farz and can be given any
time of year, people choose this month to expect greater
reward for it. In ramzan, the devils are restrained and
hence a general spiritual atmosphere prevails that further
entice one to holy, charitable deeds.
In Ramzan, people usually adjust their routine so as to get
more time for worship and prayers. The act of worship
establishes a special link of the bondsmen with their Lord.
It helps the soul to flourish. Muslims read Quran thus
getting deeper understanding of the words of Allah. The
performance of salat-ul-taravi gives an opportunity to earn
more reward. It is not right way that we read Quran and
salat during ramzan and ignore for the rest of year. Allah's
commandments hold true for all times. So we shall make an
effort to continue with the good habits.
Ramzan is not only about abstinence from food and drink. It
includes self-restraint from all bad habits. As the saying
of Holy Prophet says that there are many fast observers who
will get nothing from their fast except thirst and hunger.
It means that while fasting one has to avoid sins and other
immoral acts such as telling lies, slandering, gossiping,
back-biting. One shall check what he speaks as the foul
words spoken can contaminate our fast.
While fasting we avoid eating and drinking from sehr till
iftar. We observe this both when we are alone and when in
public. When we are alone, we abstain from eating because we
know that although no one is around yet Allah Almighty is
All-Seeing. This training helps in development of a vigilant
and sound conscience in us. We often break law like traffic
signals thinking that there is no policeman to grab us. But
a man with conscience will avoid so knowing that Allah is
watching us all.
May Allah give us a heart that is pure, tongue that speaks
truth and sound body and soul. Ameen
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