Basic cooking is very important for everyone who loves to eat.yes it not only fills you up when

you are hungry,but also keeps your body in good healthy shape,it doesn't need to be expensive,

doesn't require lot of practice too.

only thing important to remember are certain basic steps like saute.

sauteing is cooking food quickly in right amount of butter or oil.use a saute pan or

skillet,depending upon the amount that you want to cook.

Preheat the pan on a high heat for about 10 seconds,before adding oil or butter,depending on

what you want to use.butter gives out a nice aroma and a crust,whereas olive oil does the same,

but it is more healthy and will not burn out quickly.when you cook,amount of oil always depends

upon how much quantity you are cooking,say if it is for 2 chicken or beef patties,then 1 to 1-1/2

tbsp is enough.you know your pan is hot enough,when butter starts foaming and oil doesn't

change its color,wait for 5 seconds,reduce the heat of the pan,before adding your ingredient.

usually saute is done on a high heat,but for someone who is new in cooking,medium heat is

definitely better.you should always remember to toss your food in the pan to prevent it from

burning,add right amount of seasoning that you need,say salt,pepper,paprika etc.

your in born instinct will tell you it is done as it will just take couple of minute,serve immediately,

yes you can even make a pan sauce ,by adding stock,sherry,wine or even more butter for a rich

finish.pour it on your dish for great mouth-watering delicious taste.

There are certain fruits that helps us to lower and fight cholesterol.

fruits such as apples,bananas,watermelons,pears,lemons and oranges are so low in

saturated fat,and have no cholesterol at all.

Daily intake of fruits in our routine life will not

only lower our cholesterol level but will also flush

out toxins in our body.

Apples in particular are very helpful,as they

lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol

in our body.they are also rich in anti-oxidant and fiber.

Dark green vegetable such as spinach,fenugreek,ladyfinger and broccoli are rich in

iron,protein and anti-oxidant.they not only purify blood,but also lowers our cholesterol.

fish,very rich in omega3 helps to prevent the blood from clotting.It also has vitamin B3,that

helps to lower bad cholesterol,raising your good cholesterol.

Also lean meats like chicken have vitamin B3 in them.which are definitely good for your health

and cholesterol.

Black beans,pinto beans are good heart-healthy food choice.

According to many research done by nutritionist,pinto beans not only drops the total

cholesterol level but also lowers the risk of heart diseases.

Nature is so beautiful around us,and during spring time,it is in its full

bloom,very pretty sight.

when you take a walk in your garden,specially now, you know that

spring is approaching, it is time for planning,organizing,as what plants

to buy,where to plant,whether to plant them in a row or bunch.........

And one of the great ideas,rather a hobby too, is to pick a striking,attractive flower or a leaf that

you like,take a paper towel ,and gently press on it,to remove drops of moisture. place your

flower in between the two pieces of plain paper,and lay it inside the middle of a large book

or a leaf,close the book gently,and place it under couple of thick,hard cover books.

yes open it after 3 to 4 weeks,and use it, to make beautiful home-made cards,gift-tags.I am very

sure,your friends will appreciate,such beautiful work of nature.

colors in our life are so vivid,energetic.

we are surrounded by colors,whether in our clothes,hair color,shoes,jewelery.......they inspire and

influence us in every aspect of life.

colors are of four types.............warm,bright,subdued,and cold.every person has his own color

preference,nature helps us a lot to select the colors too.like spring,summer,autumn and winter.

they say our most prevalent colors are:

Cold- winter or summer

Warm – spring or autumn

Subdued- autumn or summer

Bright- spring or winter

Light- mainly spring or summer

Dark- mainly autumn or winter.

warm colors are like red,orange and yellow,brown,yellowish greens and orang red they are colors

of fire.

cool color tones are green,blue,pink,purple,blue-green,magenta and blue-based red.

subdued colors are relaxing and tranquil,they are blended with black,white,brown.

like beige,Grey,several tints of yellow,brown and blue.

Bright colors are bold red,citrus y yellow.jade green,sun flowery yellow,they are not only

vibrant,exciting but also very bold.

how to deal with stress

God exists in one's heart like the pupil in the eye.But ignorance causes a man to seek him far and wide.

Like to share one of the thoughts................yes it is helpful in relieving stress.

That is to know how and when to say "NO.

specially when there is a limit,say in relationship,friendship or when you are taken for granted.