Rajiv was at a family event spending time with his visiting relatives.
“Rajiv, what was the name of that drink that you recommended to Manu Chacha a few months back?” asked his father. Rajiv couldn’t remember. He recalled having that conversation with his uncle but the name of the drink slipped his mind. “Let me think about it and I’ll get back to you.” More →
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Why are chickpeas (garbanzo beans) good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by My Halal Kitchen.
1 1/2 cup chickpeas (garbanzo beans) cooked or 1 cup dried
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped More →
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Why are chickpeas (garbanzo beans) good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by Chez Us.
2 cans chickpeas (garbanzo beams), drained and patted dry. (Use a paper towel and lightly pat them, don’t mush them.)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons curry powder, or other seasoning of your liking More →
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Why are chickpeas (garbanzo beans) good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by A Nutritionist Eats.
Serves 2-3 lunch portions
2 cups cooked 100% whole grain pasta
1 cup garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
1 cup cucumber, chopped More →
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April’s food of the month is: chickpeas!
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, have a strong presence in South Asian cuisine. Seen in common recipes such as chhole, chanay ka pulao and a whole host of dishes containing chickpea flour, South Asian diets have a built in ingredient to reduce mental health symptoms.
Most commonly, chickpeas are known for being high in fiber. They help keep you full longer and help manage blood sugar levels. More →
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Why is banana good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by MyHalalKitchen.
makes about 8 hefty slices
Dry Ingredients
· 2 cups unbleached all purpose flour
· 1 tsp salt
· 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
· 2 cups pure cane sugar, granulated More →
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Why is banana good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by Cooking with Amy.
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
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February 8, 2011 · 1 Comment
Why is banana good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website?
Recipe provided by My Halal Kitchen
2 cups whole milk
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 vanilla bean, split open
1 cinnamon stick
1 1/2 Tbsp pure cane organic sugar More →
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February’s food of the month is: banana!
Named for the Arabic word for finger, bananas have countless physical and mental health benefits. They help reduce stress, manage anxiety and maintain a stable mood in addition to improving sexual health. Learn about the amazing banana and start incorporating them into your diet!
Banana is a natural mood enhancer because it has high levels of tryptophan, an amino acid that we only obtain through food.
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Why is broccoli good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website?

Photo and recipe provided by A Nutritionist Eats
2 crowns broccoli, cut into same-size pieces
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced More →
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